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Meiji Shrine Tour: Explore Japan's Sacred Forest
5.0
35 Ratings
Shibuya City
Explore Shinjuku Park’s beauty, savor local matcha, and enjoy stunning views from 202m. Discover Kumano Shrine’s serenity and maybe glimpse Mt. Fuji.
Explore Shinjuku Park’s beauty, savor local matcha, and enjoy stunning views from 202m. Discover Kumano Shrine’s serenity and maybe glimpse Mt. Fuji.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Meiji Jingu - Begin your journey at the Harajuku gate and stroll along a broad path through a serene forest leading to the main shrine. Along the way, you’ll encounter towering torii gates, admire sake barrel displays, visit the purification fountain, and enjoy the tranquility of nature in the heart of Tokyo.
- Meiji Jingu Nino Torii - As you…
- Meiji Jingu - Begin your journey at the Harajuku gate and stroll along a broad path through a serene forest leading to the main shrine. Along the way, you’ll encounter towering torii gates, admire sake barrel displays, visit the purification fountain, and enjoy the tranquility of nature in the heart of Tokyo.
- Meiji Jingu Nino Torii - As you walk, you’ll pass through one of Japan’s largest wooden torii gates, crafted from ancient cypress sourced from Taiwan. Its grandeur, history, and quiet strength make a lasting impression.
- Meiji Shrine Imperial Garden - Within the shrine grounds lies a tranquil garden once cherished by the Emperor and Empress. Visitors can wander through seasonal blooms, admire the renowned iris field in early summer, and visit Kiyomasa’s Well, a serene spring known as a spiritual power spot.
- Meiji Jingu Shrine - At the main shrine, visitors can offer prayers, draw a unique type of omikuji, inscribe wishes on an ema (wooden plaque), and explore a variety of omamori (charms). Many guests report feeling a distinct energy in this sacred place.
- CAFÉ Mori no Terrace - Conclude your visit at the cafe and gift shop near the shrine grounds. The shop features charms, traditional goods, and exclusive Meiji Jingu items. The cafe offers light meals and beverages in a peaceful forest setting.
What's Included
- Sightseeing tour
- Guide
- Admission Fee for Meiji Shrine Garden
- Sightseeing tour
- Guide
- Admission Fee for Meiji Shrine Garden
Additional Information
Meiji Shrine, nestled within a verdant forest, holds the title of Japan’s most frequented shrine. A knowledgeable local guide provides insights into Shinto beliefs and the Japanese Imperial system. The tour also includes a complimentary ticket to the stunning Japanese garden.
[Highlights]
・The Enigmatic Forest Where Silence Reigns
・Explore Japan’s…
Meiji Shrine, nestled within a verdant forest, holds the title of Japan’s most frequented shrine. A knowledgeable local guide provides insights into Shinto beliefs and the Japanese Imperial system. The tour also includes a complimentary ticket to the stunning Japanese garden.
[Highlights]
・The Enigmatic Forest Where Silence Reigns
・Explore Japan’s 2,600-Year-Old Imperial Heritage
・Complimentary Entry to a Stunning Japanese Garden
・Immerse in Living Shinto Traditions within a Sacred Forest
・Tour the Most Visited Shrine in Japan
Location
Harajuku Station
Please meet at JR Harajuku Station East Exit. 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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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(35 Ratings)
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Andrew
Aug 23, 2025
Great tour guide - Our Local Guide Stars tour guide No No was excellent, connected and personally sharing a lot of historical background for the Meiji era was really great - highly recommend for a 2 hour tour of the a Meiji shrine - we were lucky with 2 Shinto weddings and a big anime group dancing festival on in the park.
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499huwc
Aug 20, 2025
An Unforgettable Shrine Experience – Highly Recommended! - It was a rainy day, so everyone else cancelled, which led to an incredible experience just for me. I met up with Keiko at the station and we walked to the first Torii. There, she gave me a really in‑depth talk about the shrine and explained the basic respects to pay before entering.
We then walked through the grounds to the Sake barrels. Keiko explained everything in great detail and pointed out things I would have missed on my own—for example, the significance of the 88° right turn.
Next, we went up to the shrine, where she taught me how to cleanse myself, show proper respect to the Shinto religion, and how to pray.
Afterwards, we spent time walking through the gardens, including Kiyomasa's Well. The whole setting was beautiful and spiritual, especially with the rainfall and Keiko’s thoughtful commentary.
The experience took around 2 hours and felt very personal. I would highly recommend it to both groups and solo travellers. I left with a much deeper understanding of Japan’s amazingly rich culture and religion. Thank you, Keiko, for sharing your country with me :)
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Lucy19742018
Aug 13, 2025
Insightful and interesting tour - A lovely tour and great start to our stay in Tokyo. Yui was an organised and informative guide. She took the trouble to send a WhatsApp with directions to the meeting point, which we appreciated. On the tour, Yui explained the history and significance of the Meiji Shrine. She explained the Shinto religion and the role of the Emperors both through history and in the present day. With generous and gracious insights into her own practices, she revealed how the Shinto traditions are still maintained today. Arigato Yui!
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Rachelk3172
Jul 28, 2025
Our morning tour with Keiko - Keiko was our tour guide and she was lovely, kind, and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our morning walk through the garden and exploration of the shrine. Keiko answered all of our questions and helped us to learn so much about and appreciate the role of Shinto in Japanese culture, identity and values. We came away from the experience with even more appreciation for Japanese history and culture. Thank you for a lovely morning, Keiko!
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Pioneer12476441631
Jul 6, 2025
Great time with keiko - Our experience with Keiko was exceptional. All our questions were answered thoroughly, contributing to a highly enjoyable and informative time. Highly recommended.
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Fabiogo9886aq
Jun 20, 2025
Relax and Shinto in Tokyo - The experience, in its simplicity, allows you to understand more about the Shinto religion and the Japanese imperial system. In addition to the sanctuary we also visited a hidden garden. The guide was very kind, available to answer our doubts, and prepared!
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Constantinad562
Jun 19, 2025
Visit Meiji Jingu Temple - The scenery was beautiful. A very kind and knowledgeable guide. Very accessible and open to all no questions.
Thank you very much Nono!
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Andrescs158tj
Jun 6, 2025
NONO is a YESYES! - Please if you have the pleasure of going on this tour in Japan request, Nonoka. She is kind, knowledgeable, and has a passion for her culture as well as the English Language. So happy to turn my tour guide into a bestie overseas!
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Kelvin
Jun 1, 2025
Great tour with a great guide! - We had a wonderful tour with Keiko! She was so sweet, educational, and informative! Since it was our first time going to a Shinto shrine, Keiko was super helpful in teaching us the etiquette and the Japanese traditions when going and approaching a shrine. Great time and a great tour!
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Syedemirs
May 31, 2025
Meiji Shingu - Had a great walking tour at the Meiji Shingu shrine with Nono-chan! She was very knowledgeable about the shrine and the history of Emperor Meiji - as well as about how Shinto beliefs work. Great group and tour guide!!
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