【Meiji Jingu】⛩️✨ Meiji Jingu: A Spiritual Oasis in Tokyo! 🌿🍵

Right next to Harajuku's neon lights lies a massive 70-hectare forest.
Meiji Jingu Shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken, is a must-visit!✨

📜 Goshuin: Your Sacred Souvenir

Get a "Goshuin"—a beautiful, hand-inked calligraphy seal as proof of your visit. ✍️
📍 Where: Goshuin office across from the "Kaguraden" (on the right side of the main shrine).
⚠️ Note: Different from the lucky charm counter. No photos allowed at the Goshuin office—please be respectful🙏✨

🪵 The Grand Torii Gate

About a 300-step walk from the Harajuku entrance brings you to the Second Torii Gate—the largest wooden Torii gate in Japan!⛩️The surrounding forest was hand-planted 100 years ago with 100,000 trees donated from across the country🍃✨

🍶 The Iconic Sake Barrels

Don't miss the colorful Sake Barrels!Donated by deeply devoted brewers across Japan, expressing sincere reverence and gratitude toward the deities, they are one of Tokyo’s most popular photo spots📸✨

🤫 Pro-Tip: Visit Early

Go between 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM to beat the crowds and enjoy the most peaceful, sacred atmosphere🌅

🎨 Meiji Jingu Museum

Designed by architect Kengo Kuma, this museum features a wooden structure that blends seamlessly with the surrounding forest. Explore imperial treasures related to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken!🖼️🪵

🥐 Take a break at Café "Mori no Terrace" after visiting Meiji Jingu Shrine. ☕🍰

• Must-try: The rich Anko (red bean) Croissant 🥐🫘
• Drink: Creamy Matcha Latte 🍵
  
  
  

🎁 How about a souvenir after visiting Meiji Jingu Shrine?

• Mini Sake Barrels: Take a piece of the iconic barrels home! 🍶
• Mini Bonsai: Authentic Japanese nature for your desk. 🪴
• Exclusives: Original magnets & keychains! 🔑⛩️