Pray Like a Local at Meiji Shrine – Guided Tour with Sake Barrels

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1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Hi guys! I’m Yuki. I’ve been running walking tours in Tokyo for over a year now. I studied education at Meiji University and hold a junior high school social studies teaching license. I also lived and worked in Vancouver, Canada, for about a year and a half. I work as an online English teacher as well.

Meiji Shrine is one of the most popular shrines in Japan.
I’ll share stories about Emperor Meiji, stop by the famous sake barrels, try the hand-washing ritual, and talk about Shinto.

Having a guide really helps things click— how Japanese people think about religion, and what makes this place feel special. I’ll also show you how Japanese people pray when they’re wishing for dreams to come true.

You’ll also have free time to grab a goshuin stamp or check out some souvenirs.

I recently launched this tour, so the number of reviews is still small.
That’s why I’ve kept the price a little lower.
I have plenty of guiding experience, so you’ll definitely enjoy the tour!

What's Included

Entrance fee
offering money.It’s used when visiting a shrine to pray.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Meiji Jingu Ichino Torii

The First Torii Gate of Meiji Shrine is very easy to reach. It’s just a short walk from JR Harajuku Station (West Exit). You can also get there in about 3 minutes on foot from Meiji-jingumae Station on the Tokyo Metro.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes (approximately)
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    Meiji Jingu Shrine

    Guided walking tour of Meiji Shrine Friendly English-speaking guide with over one year of tour-guiding experience Easy-to-understand explanations of Japanese history and Shinto traditions Stories about Emperor Meiji and the historical background of the shrine Clear explanation of how to properly visit and pray at a Shinto shrine Step-by-step guidance on purification at the water basin (temizuya) Walk through the shrine forest and main grounds Stop at the famous sake barrel display and other popular photo spots Time to take photos at scenic locations Free time to get goshuin stamps and shop for souvenirs Relaxed pace with no rushing throughout the tour

    1 hour 30 minutes • 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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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