Japan · TEMPLES AND SHRINES IN TOKYO
A shortlist you could hand to a friend: 14 temples and shrines in Tokyo that hold up, each with what it costs, what travellers said afterwards and the detail worth knowing before you commit.
See Tokyo’s Meiji Shrine, Asakusa, Skytree, Imperial Palace, matcha, lunch, and a bay cruise in one full day by deluxe coach.
“Excellent tour, Yuta our guide was great ! very knowledgeable and helpful. highly recommend”
Explore Asakusa, Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street, and local food lanes on a friendly two-hour Tokyo walking tour.
“Its was amazing! Paulina really explained everything! Its was really interesting! Thanks to her !”
Review of Nikko’s 11-hour day trip from Tokyo, with Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji, lunch, guide tips, and value advice.
“Believe the tour was quite well organized, giving you just enough time and slightly more to see all the attractions. Our tour guide was Melody, and she was quite helpful with questions as well as told some—at least for me—great jokes 😄😄 p.s. after seeing now Toshogu, I confirm by belief that few things come close to Tokugawa wealth - lel”
Explore Nikko from Tokyo with Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji, scenic mountain roads, and an English or Chinese guide.
“What a great tour! Our guide Vicki and the driver were both excellent. The whole tour was really well organised. We spent just the right amount of time at each place and there were plenty of opportunities to get food and drinks and to use the washrooms. The shrine at Nikko was incredible and we’re so glad that we went.”
See Tokyo’s major sights in one day, from Meiji Shrine and Asakusa to Odaiba and Tokyo Skytree, with bus transport and buffet lunch.
“Goes to many key destinations. Tour guide was outstanding with fluent English. Suggest you find the pickup point a day before”
Review of Tokyo’s private Zen meditation in Asakusa, with a monk, calligraphy, matcha tea, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“I really enjoyed the experience at the temple — the atmosphere, the scent inside, and the monk’s gentle explanation of how to meditate. The meditation itself went by so quickly; I was able to enter a very pleasant, peaceful state. Afterward, we were treated to delicious matcha and sweets. Thank you so much for this beautiful and mindful time 🙏🏻❤️”
Spend 10 hours around Mt. Fuji visiting thatched villages, Lake Kawaguchi, Chureito Pagoda, and Oshino Hakkai for $50.
“Great expérience. Sawaki was a great guide , very smilling and lot of good informations during the tour. Valentin”
Review the Tokyo Samurai Entertainment Night Show at Kanda Shrine, with dinner, drinks, live swordplay, cast photos, timing, and practical tips.
“Amazing food, unlimited drinks, the show was amazing. It was a great experience and I’m really glad I went, everybody was so accommodating and friendly, you can see the hard work and practice put into it. It’s like a visual dance arts play, there isn’t much speaking but you get a sheet of paper that tells you what will happen at each part of the play (read this while you eat or drink). It’s best to get there early so you can drink as much as you want because I think once the show starts food and drinks are finished, you have to pay for the food but it’s cheap…”
Explore Asakusa, Senso-ji, Nakamise Street, and local traditions on a two-hour small-group Tokyo walking tour for $14.
“I especially enjoyed the walk through the old Asakusa district and the old Senso-ji temple, where Nicolas, the guide, introduced us to the magical world of Japanese ancestors. He was very kind, well prepared to answer any question and empathetic. I left there with pleasant memories, wanting to come back to Japan someday.”
Review of Tokyo’s four-hour Hato Bus tour, covering the Imperial Palace outer grounds, Sensō-ji, Nakamise Street, and Tokyo Tower.
“Haruhi was very informative, nice, and humorous during the tour. Thank you. Would recommend if you’re interested in seeing some of the big tourist items while making it easy to get around.”
Walk through Meiji Shrine’s silent forest, learn Shinto customs and Japan’s imperial story, and enjoy tea on this intimate English tour.
“Great experience with Nono as she walked me through the temple. Her knowledge and kindness really help me understand the history and culture. She showed me around, attended to my needs and always tried to be the most helpful. I strongly recommend this tour as it is a great way to understand about Japanese Shinto practices and know a brief history about Japan and the Meiji period.”
Explore Meiji Shrine, Shinto rituals, sake barrels, and a sacred forest on this small-group Tokyo walking tour for $19.
“Andres was an incredible tour guide. He was patient and kind, and very considerate. He spoke excellent English and even Spanish- as we had individuals from Argentina in our group. Andres was so knowledgeable about Japan and the history. He taught us important customs, gave us interesting and important historical points, and took us to the BEST places to try a taste of Japan while at the fish market- we had the BEST Kobe Beef skewers and fatty tuna!! Andres also helped us find black sesame ice cream! Andres showed us how to love Japan as much as he does! What a wonderful way to spend the day in Tokyo…”
Explore Meiji Jingu with a small-group guide, learn Shinto customs, and see Tokyo’s giant torii for $18 in two focused hours.
“Highly recommend this tour, Yumi is excellent she was knowledgeable and accommodating. She imparted a lot of useful information and tips about how to navigate Tokyo. The area itself was beautiful.”
Review of a private Tokyo to Nagano snow monkey tour with Zenko-ji, Shibu Onsen, Obuse, luxury transport, and practical planning tips.
“Our guide Sajawai provided a wonderful tour. Pre tour communication was great, picked up from hotel in a very comfortable van. Our family of 4 loved our visit to the Monkey park along with our stop to visit the temple. Highly recommend this tour for ease & comfort. Thank you from the King family (Ballarat, Australia)”
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