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    World Heritage Shimogamo Shrine Private Tour

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    By GOATtripProduct code 5507822P2
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    Duration

    1 hour 30 minutes

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Manual

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

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    Overview

    The first of the Grand Shrines of the Government after Ise Jingu Shrine. When welcoming royal families and other distinguished guests from around the world, as well as government dignitaries, a priest will escort them to this special place. They will guide you to places that are not open to the public on a daily basis, such as the throne in the Shimbuden, where the Emperor sits when he arrives, the “Ura-Kairo” where you can see the main shrine from the back, the main shrine, the O-takuden, and other places, or conduct special formal visits. This tour offers VIP treatment, with a priest guiding you through the shrine with commentary. After purifying ourselves at the water closet, we will go up to the Reiden (prayer hall), read out the names of the participants to God, and pray only for the tour participants. At the end of the tour, tea and sweets will be served at a rest area, and a souvenir called “omodori” will be offered as part of our original special plan.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Interpreter

    Other

    Admission to Kamosha Museum Shuhosha

    Other

    Items to be removed: Sacred sake, good luck charms, etc.

    Other

    sarumochi and Tea

    Other

    Explanation of shrine etiquette by priests

    Other

    Photo Download Service

    Not included

    Other

    Transportation to the meeting place, pick-up and drop-off, and parking fees

    Other

    baggage storage service

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    Meet in front of Shimogamo Jinja Shrine“楼門”. Interpretive guides will be waiting for you with “GOATtrip” panels.

    Itinerary

    Standard1 hour 30 minutes
    1

    Stop 1

    1 hour 30 minutes

    Purify yourself in the Tezumisha - the first ceremony. Shimbuden and the “Open Room” (a room that is not open to the public). This is an important cultural property that is not open to the public. Honden-The main hall of Shimogamo Shrine is a rare place that is open to special visitors only during official worship and festivals. The Oshidono, Gosha-sha, and Himuro - The O-tamidono, Goshasha-sha, and Ice House are only open to the public during special open houses. Ura Corridor and Backside of the Main Shrine. This zone is not open to the public. Mitarashi Pond and Inoue Shrine - You can draw a rare omikuji called “mizu-mikuji; Prayers at the Reiden; Pray for safety on your journey. This is a formal visit to a Shinto shrine. Reception - Rice cakes and tea will be served. Souvenirs containing omamori (sacred sake) and good luck charms will be offered by the shrine.

    Additional Info

    Wheelchair Accessible

    Wheelchair accessible

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Other

    Please note that we may not be able to provide this service on holidays or when the shrine is full. Please understand.

    Other

    Please contact us for group of 16 or more people.

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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