Region
Kanto
Prefecture
Tokyo

Experience a Shinto ritual at a whole-reserved shrine

Experience an ancient Japanese ceremony. During the 20-minute ceremony, you can watch traditional dancing and learn about ceremonial manners. After the ceremony, you can also take part in a ceremony called Kagami-wari outside (on the grounds of the shrine), in which a barrel of sake is broken open and shared with everyone. The sake has been dedicated to the gods before the ceremony, so the ritual of sharing it symbolizes receiving the power of the gods. As the entire grounds of the shrine will be reserved, you can spend your free time taking photos and purchasing amulets.

Features

Rental of main shrine and grounds is possible
Watching a Bugaku (classical Japanese dance) performance is possible
Take part in Kagami-wari (ceremonial breaking open of a sake barrel) outside (on grounds)

Tour Dates

Year-round

Condition of Application

Application period

1 month in advance
Fees

¥360,000 per person *Minimum cost for groups of up to 60 people; ¥5,000 per person for groups of 60 or more
No. of participants

Up to 150 people
Time required

0.5 hours
Other

Ceremonies held at 17:30 or later. Additional cost for sake, barrels, etc. used for Kagami-wari (size varies depending on number of participants)Ceremonies are conducted in English.