Shinto Shrine Tour: Explore Japanese Culture in Tokyo
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Understand and learn about Japanese lifestyle and culture that was derived from Shinto thousands of years in the making by visiting three famous Shinto Shrines in Tokyo in this 3-hour tour. In this Shinto Tour, visit three famous Shinto Shrines in Tokyo with the tour guide who gives you some interest information about a way of life, rather than a religion of the Japanese people. Shinto began as a practice to honor and appease the deities and spirits of Japan. The ancient Japanese believed that by honoring these spirits, the number of natural disasters such as tsunamis, typhoons, floods and even volcanic eruptions could be reduced or prevented. This belief has driven the construction of over 100,000 independent shrines all over Japan, each enshrining a different spirit for worship.3 hours
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Public transportation between the different shrines included
Entrance fees
Professional English speaking tour guide
Photo opportunities
Food and drinks
Gratuities (Optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from meet-up and departure point
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- Maximum 15 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
Harajuku Station(Pass By)
1 Jingumae, Shibuya, Japan, 150-0001Harajuku Station is a railway station in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan, operated by East Japan Railway Company. The station takes its name from the area on its eastern side, Harajuku.View Location1
Meiji Jingu Shrine
1-1 Yoyogi-Kamizono-cho, , Shibuya, Japan, 151-8857Meiji Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the souls of the late Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken. The shrine is surrounded by a lush forest composed of trees donated from different regions of Japan.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Kanda Myoujin Shrine
2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda, Japan, 101-0021Kanda Shrine, is a Shinto shrine located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan. The shrine dates back 1,270 years, but the current structure was rebuilt several times due to fire and earthquakes. It is situated in one of the most expensive estate areas of Tokyo.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Tokyo Daijingu Shrine
2-4-1 Fujimi, , Chiyoda, Japan, 102-0071Tokyo Daijingu is affectionately called 'O-Ise-sama in Tokyo' because of its enshrined deities. This shrine is one of the famous shrine in Tokyo. it is famous for the god of marriage among girls. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Departure Point: Harajuku Station (on the JR Yamanote Line) at the Omotesando Exit
Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 丁目 18
Directions: Google Maps Link (to Harajuku Station): https://goo.gl/maps/NxH2XXk2kVo
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End point
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Return point: Akihabara (where the last shrine will be located).
If add-on of Yanaka tour is added, the tour will end in Yanaka area.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In this three-hour Shinto Tour, visit three famous Shinto Shrines in Tokyo with the tour guide who gives you some interest information about a way of life, rather than a religion of the Japanese people.
- Add-on Tokyo 4-hour Tour:
- The 4-Hour Private Tokyo Tour will include an English-speaking guide. This tour will be conducted after the Modern History Tour, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Transportation costs are included. Admission fee or other optional activity fees for guests and tour guides are not included.
- Add-on Yanaka Tour:
- The Yanaka 2-hour Tour add-on option will visit Yanaka after the Shinto Shrine tour (from 12:00 to 2:00 PM with a short lunch break in between based on guests’ preference). Yanaka is one of the few districts in Tokyo where the shitamachi atmosphere, an old town ambiance reminiscent of Tokyo from past decades, still survives.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather (if there is typhoon or other extreme weather conditions), you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Standard Cancellation Policy:
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 20 days or less before event
- Q&A?
- What if I'm late?
- Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Japanese
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Minimum of 2 people per booking is requiredCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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