All Reviews of Meiji Jingu Shrine page 2

After passing through the first big torii gate, you'll soon see the walls of sake barrels and wine barrels. These were offered by Japanese merchants to the Emperor, and since the Emperor liked Western wine, you can see both Japanese and Western styles displayed together.

It's pretty rare to find such a powerful and energetic spot right in the middle of Tokyo!

Harajuku Station outside the shrine used to be the oldest wooden station in Tokyo. Now that the old station has been torn down, I feel a bit sad and it's such a shame.

It's a short walk from JR Harajuku Station. As soon as you enter, you'll see the huge torii gate made from wood from Alishan. The shrine itself is peaceful and solemn, while Takeshita Street across from the station is lively and bustling. The contrast is really striking.

The first day of the year, you just have to come here for some good luck.

My very first hatsumode was at Meiji Jingu.

When I visited for worship, I happened to see a Japanese wedding ceremony. It felt solemn and really special.

Meiji Jingu has a huge green forest area, which is pretty rare in such a lively part of Tokyo. If you're lucky, you might even spot rabbits or squirrels and other wildlife.

It was raining the day I went 🌧️. There’s no shelter along the way, and the path is all small stones, so it took almost 20 minutes to reach the main shrine. I just bought a few omamori as souvenirs and headed back to Harajuku Station. My shoes were totally soaked by the end.

After getting off at Harajuku Station, Takeshita Street nearby is super lively. But once you enter Meiji Jingu Shrine, the tall trees lining both sides make everything feel peaceful and calm.

I really want to visit again!!