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Take a guided tour of Meiji Jingu Shrine and Shinen Garden, exploring Japanese spirituality and culture while walking through the forest and sunlight filtering through the trees.

Highlights

• Explore Meiji Jingu Shrine and Shinen Garden, discovering Japanese spirituality.
• Visit the sake barrel offering and learn about the 'Eternal Forest.'
• Experience a handwashing ritual and learn how to pray at Meiji Jingu.
• Try fortune-telling.
• Walk through Meiji Jingu Garden, visiting the South Pond and Kiyomasa’s Well.

Description

Join us for a 2-hour guided tour of Meiji Jingu Shrine and Shinen Garden, where you'll experience the spirituality and culture of Japan. The tour begins at the first torii gate with a brief introduction to the day’s journey. You'll then visit the sake barrel offering area, where you'll learn about the 'Eternal Forest' and have time for photos. Next, you’ll walk to the grand torii gate, where you can participate in a traditional handwashing ritual before heading to the Meiji Jingu Shrine. Here, you’ll learn the proper way to pray and have the chance to experience a moment of reflection. Afterward, enjoy a fun fortune-telling experience and, if you'd like, receive a protective charm. The tour continues with a peaceful walk through the beautiful Meiji Jingu Garden, focusing on the South Pond area. If time allows, you may also visit Kiyomasa’s Well. Finally, the tour concludes back at the first torii gate. Enjoy a peaceful walk through the forest, immerse yourself in Japanese culture, and feel the calm atmosphere as sunlight filters through the trees.

Includes

Entrance fee to Meiji Jingu Garden and Omikuji and other experience fees Guide fee In-person Guide: English, Japanese

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund