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@TOKYO | 1-6 people | Private Tour
Love the beauty of Asakusa, Meiji Jingu, or Senso-ji Shrine? Discover a quieter side of Tokyo with Ginta, our friendly Shiba Inu, on a private shrine walk through one of the city's most peaceful and historic landmarks.
While many visitors crowd to Tokyo's famous shrines, Yasukuni Shrine offers a more relaxed atmosphere where you can slow down and experience a place that many locals visit.
You'll stroll beneath towering torii gates, explore peaceful gardens, and discover the customs and beliefs of Shinto. Learn the meaning behind shrine etiquette, traditional prayers, and the stories hidden throughout the grounds as your guide shares the history and cultural significance of Yasukuni shrine.
After your walk, unwind at a local café with Ginta. Enjoy lunch, tea, or dessert while escaping the crowds and experiencing a slower, more authentic side of Tokyo. Ginta will be accompanything you from the first torii gate until you exit Yasukuni shrine.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please use Exit 1 of Kudanshita Station (Hanzomon Line, Tozai Line) located along Yasukuni Dori. There are multiple exits, so be sure to use Exit 1. A guide with a black Shiba Inu will be waiting for you.
Itinerary
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Kudanshita Station (Pass by)
Your guide meets you at Kudanshita Station, where you’ll be introduced to Ginta and given a brief overview of the walk and basic shrine etiquette before entering the grounds.
Admission ticket free -
1Yasuni Shrine - the First Torii
Walk through the shrine grounds at a relaxed pace while your guide explains the cultural background, history, and symbolism of the site. Key features such as the bronze Torii gate, statues, and quieter areas of the shrine are introduced along the way, with time for questions and photos.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Yasukuni Shrine The Memorial Fountain
Walk along a path lined with 47 cherry blossom-shaped ceramic plaques, each made by artisans using soil from each of Japan's 47 prefectures to commemorate those who have passed during the war.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
This is Japan’s first Western-style statue, honoring a founder of the modern Japanese military. Strike a pose with Ginta in front of this iconic bronze monument.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Step into the shrine’s inner precinct and visit the Haiden (worship hall). Your guide will show you how to pay respects in traditional Japanese style.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Built in 1881 and relocated here in 1903, this stage hosts traditional Noh performances each spring. A must-see for fans of classical Japanese arts.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
After the shrine walk, head to a nearby local café with Ginta. Guests may order lunch, tea, or dessert and enjoy a calm break before the tour concludes.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
Kudanshita Station (Pass by)
Return to Kudanshita Station with your guide and Ginta the Shiba Inu. Say goodbye to your fluffy walking companion after a memorable cultural journey together.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for individuals with animal allergies.
- If Ginta is unwell on the day of the tour, the tour will be canceled or rescheduled for another day
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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