Tokyo - Meiji Jingu - Travel Guide


Meiji Jingu or Shrine (明治神宮) is dedicated to Emperor Meiji ( the emperor of modern Japan) and Empress Shoken.

This Meiji shrine is one of Japan’s most popular shrines.

Located next to Yoyogi Park, it is a peaceful and lovely place for a stroll.

The main complex of the Shrine is marked by a giant (torii) gate.

Once at the shrine, feel free to wash your hands before making offerings at the main hall, buying charms, or writing prayers on an ema (decorative wood board).

At the northern end of the shrine, there is the Meiji Jingu Treasure House.

The house displays the personal belongings of the Emperor and Empress.

The Museum Annex Building located east of the main shrine area displays temporary exhibitions.

South of the Meiji shrine area is the Inner Garden.

The Garden at this Meiji Jingu shrine is popular especially in June when the flowers are in bloom.

Visitors can go to Kiyomasa's Well in this shrine complex.

More information below in this Meiji Jungu Travel guide for visitors to Tokyo, Japan.

 

Meiji Jingu Address

 

1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan

 

Meiji Jingu Admission and Hours

Meiji Jingu Admission  :

FREE to visit Shrine complex 

Fee for Treasure House and Inner Garden ($500 Yen)


Meiji Jingu Hours :

Sunrise to Sunset (Daily)

Open and Close hours change each month due to change in Sunrise and Sunset time.

Suggested hours by us are from 8AM - 4PM (in Winter) and 8AM - 6PM (in Summer).

On the 31st of December, the shrine is open all night

 

Getting to Meiji Shrine in Tokyo

Meiji Jingu by JR Line in Tokyo :

- Take JR Yamanote Line (Loop Line) to Harajuku Station
- Exit train at Harajuku station
- Once you exit Harajuku Station keep right
- Cross over the train track bridge in right behind station and you will see the Meiji Shrine Torii gate

Meiji Jingu by Tokyo Metro :                                             

- Take Chiyoda and Fukutoshin Subway Lines go to Meiji-jingu-mae Station
- Exit station and walk to shrine

More directions by different Tokyo train and Subway lines available at Meiji Jingu Website.

 

Recommendation and Tips for visiting Meiji Jingu

 

- This attraction will take you about 2 hours or more depending on your interest.

- Combine with Yoyogi Park and shopping in Shibuya area for a whole day experience.

- Make sure to stop at the colorful wall of sake barrels which are dedicated every year to Meiji Shrine.

- Wear covered shoes. There are many pebbles and sand during the walk to the Shrine.

- Wear comfortable shoes and bring water/ snacks.

- There are no shops to purchase food/drinks once past the first Torii Gate.

 

Website

 

Visit Official Meiji Jingu Website
Hello Tokyo Walking Tour: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji and Harajuku - $110.00

Join this small-group walking tour and explore the contrast of the modern and traditional in Tokyo’s urban landscape. Start with a visit to the Meiji Jingu and Senso-ji, the city’s most prominent Shinto and Buddhist sites. Continue with a stroll through the neighborhood of Harajuku, the epicenter of Tokyo’s youth culture.

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