15 Best Temple and Shrine Tours in Tokyo

The quick rule: a torii gate means a Shinto shrine, an incense burner means a Buddhist temple. Tokyo’s big pair is Senso-ji in Asakusa, the city’s oldest temple, and Meiji Jingu, set in a planted forest beside Harajuku. Plenty of tours do both in a day with Skytree added on.

4.Asakusa Temple Kimono Rental & Photo Experience (Tokyo Kimono Rei Kaminarimon)

Rent a kimono near Senso-ji, get help with dressing and hair, then explore Asakusa. See what is included, what costs extra, and how to plan your visit.

★ 4.8

“The service in the shop was excellent. The staff spoke both Chinese and English, so there were no communication issues, and the hairstyle turned out great. When getting dressed, it wasn't pulled too tight, and there were no hidden charges. A perfect experience!”

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5.The Old Quarter of Tokyo -Asakusa Sensoji Temple Walking Tour

Just a step away from Tokyo's bustling streets, uncover the rich history and cultural gems of Asakusa's Sensoji Temple on this guided walking tour.

★ 5.0

“Great experience for solo travelers, Aya was wonderful, she immersed us in Senso-ji and Tokyo history, with details that I would never learn if I was visiting the temple by myself. I had plenty of fun, tried local food recommended by her and learned tons.…”

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8.Tokyo: Samurai Entertainment Night Show in Kanda Shrine

Experience authentic samurai entertainment in Tokyo at Kanda Shrine, enjoy a lively show, delicious hot pot, and meet performers in an unforgettable evening.

★ 4.6

“Visited this show now for the 5th time and still can’t get enough of it, will definitely book this show a couple times more before I leave Japan. A great mix of history telling and fantasy combined into this one show that represents a lot…”

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10.Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sens-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour

Explore Tokyo’s top sights—Imperial Palace, Sens-ji Temple, and Tokyo Tower—on this eco-friendly tour that combines convenience, expert guides, and authentic views.

★ 4.5

“This tour fulfilled my desire to see the Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower. The transportation was comfortable and I'm satisfied with the value of the tour. Atsushi was an informative guide. He did well pacing the tour and including everyone in the group.”

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12.Tokyo: Meiji Shrine Walking Tour Shinto & Imperial System

Explore Tokyo’s most iconic shrine with a guided tour that combines cultural insights, stunning scenery, and authentic traditions for a memorable experience.

★ 4.9

“Thuja was an amazing guide. She was very knowledgeable, patient and helpful. She is American who also speaks Japanese so very easy to understand. Highly recommended.”

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14.Tokyo: Meiji Shrine and Shinto Culture Walking Tour

Explore Tokyo’s Meiji Shrine with a small-group guided tour, learning about Shinto customs, history, and symbolism for an authentic cultural experience.

★ 5.0

“Our family of four attended the cultural walking tour in June 2025. Sara, our guide, met us on time at the designated meeting point, the Starbucks Coffee With Harajuku. Sara was fun and interactive. Besides informing us about Meiji-jingu Read more”

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15.Tokyo: Asakusa Temple & Old Town Walking Tour

Discover Tokyo’s historic Asakusa district on this small-group walking tour, exploring Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, and local hidden gems for under $20.

★ 5.0

“This tour was fine. Our guide Naoya was a nice young man with good skills in English. He was on time and had good suggestions for the group in what to plan on for our roughly 90 minute tour. The temple was crowded so it…”

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5.0Asakusa and Sensoji Temple Historical Walking Tour in Tokyo$19.90 5.0Tokyo: Meiji Shrine Historical Tour by Japanese Guide$21.22 5.0Tokyo Zen Meditation at Private Temple With Monk$56.16 4.6Tokyo Morning Tour by Hato Bus: Tokyo Tower & Asakusa Temple5 hours$39.79 5.0Tokyo: Asakusa Temple & Shrine Walking Tour with Local Guide2 hours$30 5.0Tokyo Morning Tour : Meiji Shrine, Asakusa and Fish Market$72.67 5.03時間の日本料理教室と等々力渓谷での散策$110.99 5.0Tokyo Meiji Shrine Cultural Guided Walking Tour$14.39 5.0Tokyo Zen Meditation at Private Temple with Monk$53.69 5.0Full Tokyo: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Asakusa & Skytree$39.00 5.0Tokyo Cat Cafe & Gotokuji Temple Half-Day Tour2.5 hours$41.99 4.8Tokyo Panoramic Full Day Tour: Meiji Shrine, Asakusa and SKYTREE9.5 hours$82.09 5.0Tokyo Early Morning Tour Asakusa Meiji Shrine (Private Opt)$59.46 5.0Harajuku Meiji Shrine Walking Tour in Tokyo$25.00 4.8Tokyo Afternoon Tour by Hato Bus: Tokyo Tower & Asakusa Temple4 hours$39.79 5.0Tokyo Private Tour: Temples, Culture & Modern City Highlights$99.08 5.0Tokyo: Guided Walking Tour Visiting Asakusa’S Sensoji Temple$19.82 5.0From Asakusa: Old Tokyo, Temples, Gardens and Pop Culture$70.49 5.0Tokyo: Asakusa & Sensoji Oldest Temple Walking Tour (2hrs)2 hours$20 4.9Tokyo Morning Tour: Meiji Shrine, Asakusa & Fish Market4.5 hours$83 4.9Tokyo: Gotokuji Cat Temple, Shinjuku Cat Cafe & 3D Cat Tour2.5 hours$56 5.02-Hour Small Group Tour of Senso-ji Temple in Tokyo (English Guide)$9.49 5.0The History of Tokyo: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District Private Tour$139.63 5.0Harajuku From Meiji Shrine to Shibuya Crossing 2 Hours$79.73