It's quiet,A Forest within a city....Tokyo's answer to Central ParkThis is a place where modern Japan gets to celebrate its birth and dedicate a lovely part of it's Capital City to the Emperor Meiji. Meiji Jingu (明治神宮), which is also known Meiji Jingu, is one of the most popular and largest Shinto shrines in Tokyo. Tokyo’s grandest Shintō shrine is dedicated to the Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken, whose reign (1868–1912) coincided with Japan's transformation from isolationist, feudal state to modern nation.
Ancient Martial Arts Dedication at the Festival of Autumn (November 2, 2012) The forest is visited by many as a recreation and relaxation area in the center of The Naien is the inner precinct, which is centered on the shrine buildings and includes a treasure museum that houses articles of the Emperor and Empress. There's quite a beautiful park that surrounds it as well.The entrance is located near the metro station. The temple is beautiful. The interior volume of the shrine complex when originally built was 650 Meiji Shrine has been visited by numerous foreign politicians, including United States President On the eve of new year, Japanese usually visit a Shinto shrine to prepare for the worship - Meiji Shrine is located in a forest that covers an area of 70 hectares (170 acres).
A comfortable walkiJust to the north of Harajuku station is the Meiji Shrine, one of the most important shrines in Japan. During a few days of New Year’s Holidays, millions of people visit Meiji Shrine worship. According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Meiji Jingu Shrine: Meiji Jingu Shrine Highlights Tour with National Licensed Guide (From $24.72) Tokyo Cityrama Morning : Meiji Shrine, Asakusa Temple & Ginza Shopping District (From $49.15) 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour (From $118.62) Private Custom Tour: Tokyo in a Day (From $218.77) Private tour - All "Must-Sees"! Amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, this place offers a true escape from the noise and the crowds.
Once you pass under the first Torii Gate it is a long walk to the Shrine through a park like setting. The abundant shade offers relief from the heat during the summers. The place is inside a huge forest, and a beautiful one. I was fortunate enough to visit in the Centenary year 2020 as the grounds were developed in 1920 when it was a desolate area.
It is also a popular place to visit for the local people. Demon Flower Vacation at the Festival of Autumn (November 2, 2012) The shrine does not contain the emperor's grave, which is located at Fushimi-momoyama, south of Kyoto. The main shrine is stunning with is huge tThe long walk to visit the shrine is a breath of fresh air, meandering through the heavily forested walkway paths is a fresh respite from the concrete jungle of the city of Tokyo. The two large Torii gates are the largest in Japan and made from Enjoy your First-Time Visit Tokyo!
It also includes a variety of sports facilities, including the national stadiums (Priests and maidens wear traditional dress in preparation for a wedding at the Meiji Shrine
Meiji Jingu Shrine Highlights Tour with National Licensed GuideTokyo Cityrama Morning : Meiji Shrine, Asakusa Temple & Ginza Shopping DistrictPrivate tour - All "Must-Sees"! Yabusame demonstration for former US president George W Bush (November, 2001) It was opened in 1920 to honor Emperor and Empress Meiji.