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World Heritage Shimogamo Shrine Private Tour
(1) Reviews
Kyoto
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please note that we may not be able to provide this service on holidays or when the shrine is full. Please understand.
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Please contact us for group of 16 or more people.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The first of the Grand Shrines of the Government after Ise Jingu Shrine. When welcoming royal families and other distinguished guests from around the world, as well as government dignitaries, a priest will escort them to this special place.
They will guide you to places that are not open to the public on a daily basis, such as the throne in the Shimbuden, where the Emperor sits when he arrives, the “Ura-Kairo” where you can see the main shrine from the back, the main shrine, the O-takuden, and other places, or conduct special formal visits. This tour offers VIP treatment, with a priest guiding you through the shrine with commentary.
After purifying ourselves at the water closet, we will go...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Interpreter
Admission to Kamosha Museum Shuhosha
Items to be removed: Sacred sake, good luck charms, etc.
sarumochi and Tea
Explanation of shrine etiquette by priests
Photo Download Service
Transportation to the meeting place, pick-up and drop-off, and parking fees
baggage storage service
Meeting Points
Departure
606 Shimogamo Izumikawachō
Meet in front of Shimogamo Jinja Shrine“楼門”. Interpretive guides will be waiting for you with “GOATtrip” panels.
Return
Saruya
World Heritage Shimogamo Shrine Private Tour
(1) Reviews
Kyoto
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The first of the Grand Shrines of the Government after Ise Jingu Shrine. When welcoming royal families and other distinguished guests from around the world, as well as government dignitaries, a priest will escort them to this special place.
They will guide you to places that are not open to the public on a daily basis, such as the throne in the Shimbuden, where the Emperor sits when he arrives, the “Ura-Kairo” where you can see the main shrine from the back, the main shrine, the O-takuden, and other places, or conduct special formal visits. This tour offers VIP treatment, with a priest guiding you through the shrine with commentary.
After purifying ourselves at the water closet, we will go...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Interpreter
Admission to Kamosha Museum Shuhosha
Items to be removed: Sacred sake, good luck charms, etc.
sarumochi and Tea
Explanation of shrine etiquette by priests
Photo Download Service
Transportation to the meeting place, pick-up and drop-off, and parking fees
baggage storage service
Meeting Points
Departure
606 Shimogamo Izumikawachō
Meet in front of Shimogamo Jinja Shrine“楼門”. Interpretive guides will be waiting for you with “GOATtrip” panels.
Return
Saruya
Itinerary
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Shimogamo Jinja
Purify yourself in the Tezumisha - the first ceremony. Shimbuden and the “Open Room” (a room that is not open to the public). This is an important cultural property that is not open to the public.
Honden-The main hall of Shimogamo Shrine is a rare place that is open to special visitors only during official worship and festivals.
The Oshidono, Gosha-sha, and Himuro - The O-tamidono, Goshasha-sha, and Ice House are only open to the public during special open houses. Ura Corridor and Backside of the Main Shrine. This zone is not open to the public.
Mitarashi Pond and Inoue Shrine - You can draw a rare omikuji called “mizu-mikuji; Prayers at the Reiden; Pray for safety on your journey. This is a formal visit to a Shinto shrine.
Reception - Rice cakes and tea will be served. Souvenirs containing omamori (sacred sake) and good luck charms will be offered by the shrine.
