Meiji Jingu Shrine

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★ 4.9 (267K+ reviews) • 7M+ booked
Meiji Jingu Shrine is a Shinto shrine in the heart of Tokyo, dedicated to the spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. The shrine is close to Harajuku Station, and it's a great spot to take a break from the busy city. When you walk through the big Torii gate, you'll enter a beautiful forest with tall trees that make you feel like you're in another world. At Meiji Jingu, you can wander around the pretty shrine grounds and visit the main shrine. People often come here to make offerings or write their wishes on wooden plaques called ema. Nearby, there's the Meiji Jingu Museum, where you can see cool artifacts and learn about the emperor, empress, and modern Japan. Don't forget to check out the Iris Garden, which is a lovely place for a walk, especially in June when the flowers are blooming. With its amazing history and spiritual feeling, the Meiji Jingu Shrine is a place you definitely want to visit if you're curious about Japanese culture. So, grab your camera, bring some friends, and experience Japan like never before!
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1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan

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Melody **
3 Nov
highly recommended for people who dont have suica it is very convenient and make your trip very easy
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elmira *******
3 Nov
easy to claim the tickets. just follow the instructions found on this site on how to claim the tickets once you reach the metro station.
Micah ****
3 Nov
This is so easy to use. Though reserved seats are quite expensive plus fulfillment fee 😭 But I didn't regret this since I was travelling with my mom who is a senior citizen (72 y/o) so having reserved seats with secured space for big luggages is a must. Thus, booking these tickets were indeed very convenient. But if I will be travelling with friends and on a tight budget, unreserved seats are fine with me.. Just be at the platform earlier to queue and have a good spot inside the cabin. 😊 Oh, btw.. using the ticket is so easy, you just need to scan your QR. Then, the physical ticket will pop-up when you pass thru the end of the gate. 😉
MARITES **
3 Nov
The Shinkansen bullet train was very fast and very smooth and very quiet. We were amazed and scenary was nice
VOON ********
3 Nov
super convenient to buy and redeem on the spot. 1,2 or 3 days pass to choose from. Basically this is the only subway pass that you need for Tokyo transportation, the rest of the company transportation just buy the ticket per use
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irfan *********
3 Nov
The procedure was streamlined and efficient, requiring only a simple QR code scan. Overall, I am thoroughly pleased with the entire experience.
Thiti **********
3 Nov
Easy to use, travel with confidence, worth the price, no matter which subway line you travel on, it's convenient and fast. Just have a subway card that can be used an unlimited number of times.
Lee ********
3 Nov
It is very convenient to redeem tickets with the ticket purchase machine. It is simple to use... and saves a lot on transportation costs. It is worth buying... I will buy it again next time...

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Things to do at Meiji Jingu Shrine

Enter Through the Grand Torii Gate

Start your visit to Meiji Jingu Shrine by walking through the huge Torii Gate at the entrance. This iconic gate welcomes you into the serene shrine grounds and symbolizes the transition from a busy city to a sacred space. As you pass under the gate, take a moment to appreciate its size and architecture.

Visit the Inner Garden and Iris Garden

Discover the beautiful Inner Garden and Iris Garden inside Meiji Jingu Shrine. These gardens are known for their lovely iris flowers, especially in June when they bloom in bright purple and blue. It's a great spot for people who love nature and taking photos.

Explore the Meiji Jingu Museum

Don't miss the Meiji Jingu Museum if you like learning about Japanese culture and history. Here, you can see items related to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, giving you a peek into their lives and how they helped shape modern Japan. The displays include wonderfully preserved artifacts and historical items.

Experience a Traditional Shinto Wedding

If you're lucky, you might see a traditional Shinto wedding at Meiji Jingu Shrine. This ceremony is a beautiful peek into Japanese culture and old traditions, with the bride and groom in stunning outfits. It's a lovely, peaceful event with important rituals and amazing traditional clothes. These weddings show why the shrine is a place for blessings and good luck.

Make Offerings and Say Prayers

Join a traditional activity by making offerings and saying prayers at the main shrine of Meiji Jingu. This practice links you to the spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken to ask for blessings for your wishes. You can also buy a wooden plaque, called ema, and write your hopes and dreams on it. It's a touching way to connect with the spiritual side of the shrine.

View the Sake Barrels

A special thing to see at Meiji Jingu Shrine is the colorful collection of sake barrels along the way to the main shrine. These barrels are gifts from sake makers all over Japan, given to honor the spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.