World Heritage Shimogamo Shrine Private Tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: GOATtrip

Ages: Children (0–5 years) · Adults (6–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Interpreter
Included: Admission to Kamosha Museum Shuhosha
Included: Items to be removed: Sacred sake, good luck charms, etc.
Included: sarumochi and Tea
Included: Explanation of shrine etiquette by priests
Included: Photo Download Service

Not included

Not included: Transportation to the meeting place, pick-up and drop-off, and parking fees
Not included: baggage storage service

Itinerary

Shimogamo Jinja

1 h 30 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.
Please contact us for group of 16 or more people.