Explore Naritasan Temple on a half-day layover near Narita Airport. Discover historic sites, savor local cuisine, and enjoy serene gardens.
Explore Naritasan Temple on a half-day layover near Narita Airport. Discover historic sites, savor local cuisine, and enjoy serene gardens.
- Naritasan Omote Sando - The tour begins with a leisurely walk along the Omotesando path leading to Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. This long path is lined with numerous Japanese inns, restaurants, sake shops, and souvenir stores. The area thrived as a temple town during the Edo era.
- Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple - At the grand Main Gate of…
- Naritasan Omote Sando - The tour begins with a leisurely walk along the Omotesando path leading to Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. This long path is lined with numerous Japanese inns, restaurants, sake shops, and souvenir stores. The area thrived as a temple town during the Edo era.
- Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple - At the grand Main Gate of Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, visitors are greeted by a large lantern and a pair of imposing Deva Kings. Within the grounds, beautifully crafted structures like the Three-storied Pagoda and the Pagoda of Peace can be found. The Main Hall hosts the Goma Ritual daily, where goma sticks are burned.
- Great Pagoda of Peace - Standing 58 meters tall, the Heiwa no Daito, or Great Peace Pagoda, symbolizes the Shingon sect of Buddhism. Inside, exhibitions detail the connection between the Kabuki family and the temple, along with the temple’s history and treasures.
- Naritasan Park - Spanning 165,000 square meters, Naritasan Park features a large pond, waterfall, and fountain. Visitors can enjoy the seasonal blooms of apricot, cherry trees, azaleas, and green foliage in spring, as well as the vibrant colors of autumn leaves. The park also houses a calligraphy museum and a tea ceremony room.
- Naritasan Calligraphy Museum - Established in 1992, the Naritasan Museum of Calligraphy showcases an extensive collection of Japanese and Chinese calligraphy from ancient times to the present, with a focus on masterpieces from the Edo period to contemporary works. Japanese calligraphy is a traditional performing art, allowing viewers to perceive the artist’s personality through their brush strokes.

- National Licensed Tour Guide
- National Licensed Tour Guide
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Gratuities
If you have half day layover at Narita air port, this is the ideal trip. Known for its international airport, Narita is also rich in historic sites such as temple, beautiful pagoda, Japanese garden. The tour guide will meet you at JR/Keisei Narita station and the tour starts with strolling along the approach path where you must be attracted with good…
If you have half day layover at Narita air port, this is the ideal trip. Known for its international airport, Narita is also rich in historic sites such as temple, beautiful pagoda, Japanese garden. The tour guide will meet you at JR/Keisei Narita station and the tour starts with strolling along the approach path where you must be attracted with good smell from baked eel restaurants and traditional souvenir shops. At the main gate of Naritasan Shinshoji temple eight different Buddha images and beautifully colored three story pagoda welcome you. Experience Goma ritual held inside the main hall every hour. Head to Great Pagoda of peace where historical artifacts and treasures of this temple are displayed. Then walk in Narita san Park filled with seasonal flowers, pond, waterfall and fountain. The tour finishes at JR/Keisei Narita station.
- Gratuities : Your tour guides gratuities are NOT included in the cost of your tour package. Although, not compulsory, tipping is expected and is an expression of your satisfaction with the people who have assisted you throughout your tour. In line with this, we highly suggest that you include the specific amount that you want for the gratuities. For your reference, you base upon the cost of the tour booked as suggested gratuities per person : 10% - $12, 15% - $18, 20% - $24.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.