Sugawara Shrine in Machida is a magnificent shrine set on a very large grounds. Although it was founded in 1630, a new worship hall was completed in 2012 and an assembly hall in 2017; both structures are exceptionally beautiful. As the name Sugawara Shrine suggests, the enshrined deity is Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning. Personally, I found the atmosphere of Atago Shrine—located within the grounds—and the surrounding woods to be even more pleasant than the main worship hall. The staircase lined with cool-sounding wind chimes is also lovely.
