Meiji Shrine Tour: Explore Tranquility in Tokyo's Heart and Fashionable Harajuku Brunch
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7 Ratings
Shibuya City

Experience tranquility at Meiji Shrine in the heart of Tokyo, followed by a fashionable brunch in Harajuku. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and make wishes in this spiritually energizing tour.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Meiji Jingu - How about stepping away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and taking a walk through the serene Meiji Shrine in the heart of the city, enveloped in the quiet that only the morning can bring?
    ・A one-hour early morning walk through Meiji Shrine
    ・An exploration of the history of Meiji Shrine
    ・Insights into proper shrine etiquette
    ・A delightful brunch at a café in Harajuku
What's Included
  • Guided tour of Meiji Shrine and Harajuku
  • Insights into Japanese culture
What's Not Included
  • The cost of brunch(JPY 1,000 to 2,000 depending on your order)
Additional Information

The morning at Meiji Shrine offers a tranquil oasis in the heart of Tokyo, enveloped in a serene atmosphere and mystical forest that make it hard to believe you’re in the midst of the city’s hustle. Here lies a beautiful and little-known history, and this tour is filled with fascinating insights that you might never discover on your own. We promise a…

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Location
Harajuku Station
Please come to the Omotesando(East & West) exit at Harajuku Station of JR Yamanote line. Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote line)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ashley_m
Dec 2, 2024
Good start to visit to Japan. - Guide Atsushi was very friendly. Explained a lot about the shrine and brought us to a local coffee place after. Also provided some nice recommendations of other places to check out in the city, including some that I never would have found on my own.
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Nikki94086
Apr 21, 2024
Must do experience if you are first time to Tokyo/Japan - I would highly recommend this if you are in Tokyo/Japan for the first time. This tour is a great introduction to Tokyo, Japanese culture, and Shintoism. We both had a great time with our tour guide Midori. She is very knowledgeable and patient. She answered all our questions during the experience. Plus, she is a great photographer. We got so many incredible pictures. The price was quite reasonable, and the timing was perfect. As the tour started in the morning, we had a lot of time to explore nearby areas after the tour in Shibuya. We also went to a park nearby and had some traditional Japanese snacks, which Midori brought for everyone under the Sakura tree. Perfect ending!
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609teav
Apr 7, 2024
temple and hanami - It is worth getting up early and avoiding the crowds (especially in Sakura season). Midori was a wonderful guide and provided us with lots of information. We were lucky to see blessing of a archery team by a priest an a wedding. Instead of the brunch we went to the park for hanami (picnic under cherryblossom tree) which was wonderful. Very recommended.
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436imrans
Mar 16, 2024
Great way to start Tokyo visit - Amazing tour and Tomo was a very pleasant and knowledgeable guide. She also gave us many ideas and suggestions for other things to do in Tokyo. Highly recommended!
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Johnnyb425
Mar 16, 2024
A perfect intro to Japan - This was a great introduction to my first full day in Tokyo! Highly recommend. Tomoko-San was a great guide and helped me understand Meiji shrine and Japanese culture much more than if I’d went by myself. She also took us to a great brunch spot and provided lots of recommendations. Arigato Gozaimasu!
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685carissar
Mar 13, 2024
Cool Morning with Warm New Friend - My host Midori is very knowleagable and kind. I had a private tour though it was not planned. Pictures of the location before it was built and during the process were included which add to appreciating the beautiful area. Midori also had a nice recommendation for an early snack and was willing to help direct me at the end of our meeting. Would love to meet again in the future.
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