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Meiji Jingū
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Meiji Jingū

明治神宮

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東京都渋谷区代々木神園町1-1
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History

Meiji Jingū was founded in 1920 to enshrine Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken. Its planted forest was created with trees donated from across Japan.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

  1. 1920

    Establishment

    TaishōRecorded event
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  2. 1920

    Construction

    TaishōRecorded event
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  3. 1958

    Rebuilding

    ShōwaRecorded event
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Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.
Landmarks on this map
  1. Main Shrine

    The principal sanctuary, rebuilt in 1958 after wartime destruction.

  2. Kagura Hall

    Hall for prayers including family well-being, protection and children's celebrations.

  3. Nagadono

    Shrine counter offering ofuda, protective charms and other devotional items.

  4. Guest Hall

    Guest rooms used for occasions including shrine weddings.

  5. Vehicle Purification Hall

    Vehicles are purified here after traffic-safety prayers at Kagura Hall.

  6. Shrine Office

    The shrine's administrative office.

  7. Kakuuntei

    Rest house built for Empress Shoken; the present building dates from 1958.

  8. Meiji Jingu Museum

    Museum preserving objects associated with the enshrined Emperor and Empress.

  9. Forest Terrace

    Visitor facilities with restaurants, a cafe, a food court and commemorative gifts.

  10. Torinso

    Building incorporating the relocated Tokaden, which has links to the enshrined family.

  11. Sanshuden Hall

    Assembly building with a hall accommodating about 500 people.

  12. Sukeikai Headquarters

    Headquarters of the association supporting Meiji Jingu.

  13. Meiji Jingu Kaikan

    Event building with a large hall seating around 1,900 people.

  14. Treasure Museum

    An early reinforced-concrete building designated an Important Cultural Property.

  15. Shiseikan

    Martial arts training facility on the shrine grounds.

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Visiting information

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Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Opening hours

The shrine opens at sunrise and closes at sunset; exact times vary by month.

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Admission

General shrine admission is free; this does not include every facility.

The museum charges admission. Check the official website for current prices.

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Getting there

The entrance and main shrine are separate walking destinations.

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Access & etiquette

Visitors must stay out of the forest. Collecting or bringing in plants and animals is prohibited; vehicles enter through the Yoyogi entrance only.

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