Explore Tokyo’s spiritual heart with our Meiji Shrine Tour. Uncover Shinto rituals, hidden features, and nature’s role in Japanese tradition.
Explore Tokyo’s spiritual heart with our Meiji Shrine Tour. Uncover Shinto rituals, hidden features, and nature’s role in Japanese tradition.
- Meiji Jingu Shrine - As Tokyo’s most renowned Shinto shrine, Meiji Jingu honors Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the cherished modernizers of Japan. Visitors enter through grand torii gates and stroll along a forested path lined with 100,000 trees donated from all over the country. At the main shrine, one can observe traditional rituals, offer…
- Meiji Jingu Shrine - As Tokyo’s most renowned Shinto shrine, Meiji Jingu honors Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the cherished modernizers of Japan. Visitors enter through grand torii gates and stroll along a forested path lined with 100,000 trees donated from all over the country. At the main shrine, one can observe traditional rituals, offer prayers, or inscribe wishes on wooden ema plaques. This visit provides not only an insight into Shinto spirituality but also a serene escape in the midst of one of the world’s busiest cities.
- Meiji Jingu Nino Torii - This torii is the largest wooden myojin-style torii in Japan, standing at an impressive 12 meters tall and 17.1 meters wide. Its immense size is awe-inspiring and underscores the sacredness of the shrine.
- 明治神宮 Meiji Shrine - Meiji Jingu is a significant Shinto shrine in Tokyo, Japan, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Established in 1920, it is nestled within a vast, man-made forest spanning 70 hectares in the lively Shibuya district, providing a tranquil, traditional retreat in the heart of the city.
- Historical insights into the district
- Tour guide
- Historical insights into the district
- Tour guide
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Venture beyond the usual tourist routes with an escorted exploration of Tokyo’s spiritual core. The Meiji Shrine Tour offers more than just a stroll through a forest—it’s a deep cultural experience. Guided by an expert local, participants will uncover the profound symbolism of Shinto rituals, explore hidden aspects of the shrine grounds, and understand…
Venture beyond the usual tourist routes with an escorted exploration of Tokyo’s spiritual core. The Meiji Shrine Tour offers more than just a stroll through a forest—it’s a deep cultural experience. Guided by an expert local, participants will uncover the profound symbolism of Shinto rituals, explore hidden aspects of the shrine grounds, and understand the deep connection between nature and spirituality in Japanese culture. With small group sizes, the tour ensures a more personal and engaging experience, ideal for those eager to ask questions, connect with the environment, and gain a true understanding of why Meiji Jingu is one of Japan’s most revered sites. Whether visiting Tokyo for the first time or the fifth, this tour provides new perspectives on Japan’s cultural essence.
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.
