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- English
This tour is ideal for travelers staying near Narita Airport on a layover!
Our licensed, experienced English-speaking guide will pick you up at Narita Airport and take you to the magnificent Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, a historic Buddhist temple with over 1,000 years of history. Along the way, you’ll learn about Japan’s rich history and culture.
The approach to the temple, known as Omotesandō, is lined with charming shops and restaurants, offering local cuisine, traditional sweets, and unique souvenirs — a perfect chance to enjoy the local flavor of Japan.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will meet you in front of the Tourist Information Center in either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 of Narita International Airport.
Itinerary
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The guide will meet you at the tourist information desk on the ground floor of either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. After being picked up from your hotel in central Tokyo, we'll take a limited express train to Sakura Station, then transfer to a local train to Narita. Let’s enjoy a pleasant 1-hour train ride! (If you choose Narita Airport as your pick-up point, the guide will take you to Narita Station by local train. The ride takes approximately 10 minutes.)
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Narita is a city located near Narita Airport (formerly known as Tokyo New International Airport) in Chiba Prefecture, about 70 kilometers east of Tokyo. The city is famous for its historic and expansive Buddhist temple, Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. After we get off the train, we’ll enjoy a pleasant 15-minute walk to the temple. The narrow path leading there is lined with many traditional Japanese-style buildings, offering a charming glimpse into old Japan.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Buddhist temple has a history of over 1,000 years and attracts more than 10 million worshippers from across Japan each year. The main deity enshrined here is Fudō Myōō, said to have been created by Kūkai, the famous Buddhist monk who founded the Shingon sect in Japan. The temple grounds feature many beautiful wooden structures, rich in traditional architecture. You can also witness the Goma-daki ritual, a sacred fire ceremony where monks burn wooden sticks as offerings while chanting powerful sutras, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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A vast park is located on the hillside behind Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. With its beautiful streams and ponds nestled in the forest, it creates a very serene and peaceful atmosphere.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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After exploring the temple and the park, let’s enjoy some local cuisine at a restaurant along the main street. In particular, unagi (freshwater eel) is a local specialty in this area. The eel is simmered and then grilled, glazed with a special soy sauce–based sweet sauce, and served over steamed rice — it’s absolutely delicious! (lunch is optional)
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The guide will accompany you back to the airport from Narita Station.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please prepare rain gear, such as umbrella or a raincoat, in case of bad weather.
- Due to weather condition or other operational reasons, the itinerary may be subject to change or certain visits may be omitted or substituted. Even in such circumstances, the tour may not be canceled, and the tour fare will not be refunded.
- The tour involves a good amount of walking outdoors. We suggest wearing sneakers or comfortable shoes.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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