Tokyo: Meiji Shrine & Shinto Culture Walking Tour
Meiji Jingu Shrine
- Walk through Meiji’s forest and giant torii gates
- Learn Shinto etiquette: purification and prayer steps
- Understand kami, rituals, and shrine symbolism simply
- See main hall, offering areas, and sacred architecture
- Get tips for respectful shrine visits across Japan
What to expect
Escape the city and step into the sacred forest of Meiji Shrine on a guided walk focused on Shinto culture. Learn why shrines are built in nature, how purification works at the temizuya, and how to make a simple prayer respectfully. Explore major landmarks such as the grand torii gate, the main shrine, and seasonal ritual spaces, while hearing stories about the Meiji era and modern Japan’s spiritual traditions. You will also get practical tips for visiting other shrines in Tokyo with confidence.
Learn about the cultural fusion of East and West through these sacred offerings.
Walk through a lush "Man-made Forest" of 100,000 trees in the heart of Tokyo.
Visit the main sanctuary and witness the elegant architecture of the Meiji era.
Admire the colorful sake barrels and unique wine barrels offered to the deities.
Write your wishes on an Ema tablet or discover wisdom in a "Kaisen" poem.
Experience the traditional Shinto ritual of purification before entering the shrine.
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Review for: Meiji Shrine
Yuki was our guide for this tour. He explained everything really well!
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