World Heritage Shimogamo Shrine Private Tour | 1 hour 30 minutes

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World Heritage Shimogamo Shrine Private Tour
2 Adults x $499.80
$999.60
Approx Total
$999.60

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Admission to Kamosha Museum Shuhosha
  • Items to be removed: Sacred sake, good luck charms, etc.
  • Sarumochi and Tea
  • Explanation of shrine etiquette by priests
  • Photo Download Service
  • Guide; In-person: English
  • Transportation to the meeting place, pick-up and drop-off, and parking fees
  • baggage storage service

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.

Meeting points

606 Shimogamo Izumikawachō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0807, Japan

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

End point

Saruya
Japan, 〒606-0807 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Shimogamo Izumikawachō, ５９ 下鴨神社境内

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Itinerary

  • Shimogamo Jinja

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that we may not be able to provide this service on holidays or when the shrine is full. Please understand.

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