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Tokyo: Meiji Shrine Walking Tour — Shinto & Imperial System

4.78
Good(9)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
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Registered on 23 October 2024
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Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Meiji Shrine, located in a lush forest, is the most visited shrine in Japan. On this small-group tour of up to 10 people, a local guide explains Shinto and the Japanese Imperial system. Experience the calm heart of Japanese tradition.

Highlights
  • Small group tour of up to 10 people
  • The mysterious forest where noise disappears
  • Japan's 2,600-year-old Imperial system
  • Visiting the most popular Shinto shrine in Japan
  • Learn how Japan went from samurai to modern
Meiji Shrine offers a stunning natural escape in the heart of the city, surrounded by approximately 100,000 trees. As you walk along the shaded path, listening to birdsong, you’ll encounter Japan’s largest wooden torii gate. Crafted from a 1,500-year-old Taiwanese cypress, this towering 12-meter structure leaves visitors awestruck with its powerful presence. When passing through the torii, it’s customary to walk along the edges of the path to avoid the sacred central route, known as seichu, reserved for deities.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Punto de encuentro
Our guide will wait for you at the Harajuku station at East exit, holding the sign with our logo "Local Guide Stars".
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Outside visit
Ichi no Torii Gate
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Outside visit
日本、〒151-0052 東京都渋谷区代々木神園町1 神橋
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Outside visit
日本、〒151-0052 東京都渋谷区代々木神園町1
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 50 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Tokyo: Meiji Shrine Walking Tour — Shinto & Imperial System
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