Tokyo Meiji Shrine and Shinto Culture Walking Tour

5.0
(191 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step beyond the typical tourist path with a guided journey into Tokyo’s spiritual heart. Our Meiji Shrine Tour is more than a walk through a forest—it’s a cultural immersion. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll uncover the rich symbolism behind Shinto rituals, discover hidden features of the shrine grounds, and learn how nature and spirituality are deeply intertwined in Japanese tradition. We keep our group sizes small for a more personal, interactive experience—perfect for those who want to ask questions, connect with the space, and truly understand what makes Meiji Jingu one of Japan’s most sacred places. Whether it’s your first time in Tokyo or your fifth, this tour offers fresh insight into Japan’s cultural soul.

What's Included

Historical Insights into the District
Tour Guide
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the starbucks closest to Meiji Shrine. The guide will be waiting for you with a signboard with the lead travel name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Tokyo’s most iconic Shinto shrine, Meiji Jingu is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the beloved modernizers of Japan. Enter through towering torii gates and walk along a forested path lined with 100,000 trees donated from across the country. At the main shrine, witness traditional rituals, offer prayers, or write wishes on wooden ema plaques. A visit here offers not just a glimpse into Shinto spirituality, but a moment of peace in the heart of one of the world’s busiest cities.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    This torii is the largest wooden myojin style torii of its kind in Japan, standing 12 meters tall and 17.1 meters wide. The gate’s sheer size is breathtaking and speaks volumes to the sacredness of the shrine.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Meiji Jingu is a prominent Shinto shrine in Tokyo, Japan, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Established in 1920, it is located within a massive, artificial forest of 70 hectares in the bustling Shibuya district, offering a peaceful, traditional escape in the heart of the city.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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