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Tokyo: Meiji Shrine Walking Tour — Shintoism & Imperial System
(514) Reviews
Jingumae
Important Information
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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
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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Meiji Shrine, located in a lush forest, is the most visited shrine in Japan. On this small-group tour of up to 10 people, a local guide explains Shinto and the Japanese Imperial system. Experience the calm heart of Japanese tradition.
[Highlights] ・Small group tour of up to 10 people ・The mysterious forest where noise disappears ・Japan's 2,600-year-old Imperial system ・Visiting the most popular shinto shrine in Japan ・Learn how Japan went from samurai to modern
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
Sightseeing tour
Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting Points
Departure
Harajuku Station
Please meet at JR Harajuku Station East Exit 2. It's also a 5-minute walk from Meiji-Jingumae Station on the Fukutoshin and Chiyoda lines.
Our guide holding a “Local Guide Stars” sign will be there to greet you.
Return
Tokyo: Meiji Shrine Walking Tour — Shintoism & Imperial System
(514) Reviews
Jingumae
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Meiji Shrine, located in a lush forest, is the most visited shrine in Japan. On this small-group tour of up to 10 people, a local guide explains Shinto and the Japanese Imperial system. Experience the calm heart of Japanese tradition.
[Highlights] ・Small group tour of up to 10 people ・The mysterious forest where noise disappears ・Japan's 2,600-year-old Imperial system ・Visiting the most popular shinto shrine in Japan ・Learn how Japan went from samurai to modern
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
Sightseeing tour
Guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting Points
Departure
Harajuku Station
Please meet at JR Harajuku Station East Exit 2. It's also a 5-minute walk from Meiji-Jingumae Station on the Fukutoshin and Chiyoda lines.
Our guide holding a “Local Guide Stars” sign will be there to greet you.
Return
Itinerary
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Meiji Jingu
Enter through the Harajuku gate and walk along a wide path through a peaceful forest toward the main shrine. Along the way, you’ll pass through giant torii gates, see sake barrel displays, visit the purification fountain, and experience the calm of nature in the heart of Tokyo.
30 minutes
2
Meiji Jingu Nino Torii
Along the path, you’ll pass through one of Japan’s largest wooden torii gates—made from ancient cypress brought all the way from Taiwan. Its size, history, and quiet power leave a strong impression.
5 minutes
3
Meiji Jingu Shrine
At the main shrine, you can offer a prayer, draw a unique type of omikuji, write your wish on an ema (wooden plaque), and explore a variety of omamori (charms). Many visitors say they feel a special kind of energy in this sacred space.
30 minutes
4
CAFÉ Mori no Terrace
At the end of the visit, there is a cafe and a gift shop near the shrine grounds. The shop offers charms, traditional goods, and Meiji Jingu–exclusive items. The cafe provides light meals and drinks in a quiet forest setting.
