Tokyo: Meiji Shrine Walking Tour — Shintoism & Imperial System

5 (566 reviews) Tokyo 1 hour and 30 minutes Up to 30 English

About this tour

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.

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

What's included

  • Sightseeing tour
  • Guide

Quick facts

Start times
8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 14:30
Minimum age Ages 1+
Difficulty Easy

Meeting point

Harajuku Station, Shibuya City, Tokyo

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Guest Reviews

5.0 (566 reviews)
Riccardo R
Very nice tour we enjoyed it a lot!!!

We had a great time at the Meiji Shrine. The nature surrounding the shrine was beautiful, and our guide was knowledgeable and friendly.

Riccardo R
Passenger33349591907
It was a great tour with our tour guide Tomo!

Tomo's enthusiasm really made the experience special. He shared many interesting stories about the shrine and its significance.

Passenger33349591907
Bastian W
Tomo's tour was great!

He is an experienced guide and made this experience very informative, enjoyable and fun! Highly recommend!

Bastian W
Jacob M
Tomo was an excellent guide. Thank you so much!

He provided great insights and made the tour interactive and fun! Would definitely recommend.

Jacob M
ymcebs
Very educational and friendly! Recommend

The tour was well-paced, and I learned a lot about Japanese culture and Shintoism. Airi did a fantastic job!

ymcebs
Lupita Sánchez
Airi was great! She explained very well!

Airi's knowledge about the shrine was impressive, and she kept the group engaged throughout the tour. 10/10 experience!

Lupita Sánchez
Rachel B
Airi was incredible!!

I learned so much, it was a wonderful tour. Her enthusiasm was infectious, and she answered all our questions.

Rachel B
Sneha sridhar
Our guide Yuki was amazing! Highly recommend.

He provided valuable insights and made sure everyone was included in the discussions. The tour exceeded my expectations.

Sneha sridhar
2BostonGuys
Keiko was amazing! Ask for her!

She was very knowledgeable and did a fantastic job explaining the history of the shrine and its importance.

2BostonGuys
Bartłomiej R
We had an amazing tour around Meiji shrine. Mizu was a lovely guide.

Mizu's English was excellent, and we enjoyed talking to her. Thank you for a memorable experience!

Bartłomiej R

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