Tokyo Meiji Shrine & Harajuku History Walking Tour
Description
Begin your journey by stepping away from the busy streets of Tokyo and entering the peaceful forest paths of Meiji Shrine, one of the city’s most important cultural and spiritual landmarks. Learn about Japanese history, Shinto traditions, shrine etiquette, and the customs and values that continue to shape modern Japan today. As you explore Meiji Shrine with your local guide, hear stories about daily life in Japan, local etiquette, historical events, and Tokyo’s transformation through the years. Discover how traditional Japan and modern Tokyo continue to coexist in everyday life! The atmosphere then changes as the tour moves into Harajuku, one of Tokyo’s most famous districts known for youth culture, creativity, fashion, and modern trends. Explore Takeshita Street and experience the colourful world of Japanese “kawaii” culture while learning how modern Tokyo developed alongside centuries old traditions :)
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A lively pedestrian street at the heart of youth culture, filled with colorful fashion, unique shops, and sweet treats that define Tokyo’s pop style.
Pass under a massive torii gate and leave the city behind. Walk through the peaceful forest while learning about Shinto beliefs and the Meiji era.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(21)
Very good guide, and a very nice experience.
Thank you so much for this sweet review! :)
Our guide was Grant, an awesome person, funny, and sharing interesting stories and gossip about Tokyo and Japan. He makes the Meiji experience an unforgettable day. I will be proud to repeat it again with him. ============== For those who do not mind taking a tour in English, with Grant you will have no problem; he speaks English with perfect diction, you understand him 100%, and this is said by someone who does not have a high level of English. A cheerful and wonderful person, with extensive knowledge about Japan and its culture. A 100% success.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! :) We're really happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with Grant. It’s great that his mix of stories, history, and fun insights made the experience around Meiji so memorable for you. We’d be delighted to welcome you again anytime!
Grant made our tour a very pleasant experience; the explanations were very easy and well adapted! A 10 out of 10 tour.
Thank you so much for your lovely review :) We're really happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with Grant and that his explanations were clear and adapted to the group. Thank you for the recommendation!
Worth every penny. Great cultural experience. Nicolas was very nice.
Thank you so much for this amazing feedback! :)
Our family really enjoyed this tour. We learned so much about Japanese culture, customs and history with a perfect mix of modern day Harajuku and the beautiful Meiji shrine. We were lucky to see a wedding procession that day at the shrine. Our guide Niko was very informative and friendly. The tour was only a few hours so you have the rest of the day to eat, shop and explore. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your lovely review! :) We're delighted that your family enjoyed discovering both the modern side of Harajuku and the traditions of Meiji Shrine. Seeing a wedding procession is always a special bonus! We'll be sure to share your kind words with Nico. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope you enjoy many more wonderful memories in Japan.
Yu is a brilliant guide. Very informative and friendly. Harajuku is a beautiful area, and the animal cafes are just way too cute. Highly recommend this tour. Thanks Yu, I had a fantastic time.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback :) We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time with Yu! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him :) Harajuku really is such a unique and fun area to explore, and the animal cafés definitely make it even more memorable :) Thank you again for your recommendation!
Guide’s knowledge was very poor Could not answer even most basic questions Also poor English language skills Disappointing experience
Great history info! Would recommend it for first time Tokyo visit.
It means a lot! We are so happy to read this :) Thank you so much!
Yu was extremely knowledgeable and sweet. I had an amazing time with her pace and flow.
We are so happy to read this, it means a lot! :) Thank you so much for this amazing review!
I loved our tour guide. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, and took us all the way to our subway!!!
Thank you so much for this amazing comment ! This honestly makes us so happy to read. We’re really touched that he made such a strong impression on your trip and took such great care of you all the way until the end :) We’ll definitely share this with him, he’s going to love it :)
