Day 2 is going to be pretty busy. The first destination on your Japan tour is the Meiji Shrine in the jungles of Tokyo. After exploring the Shinto Shrine, you get to know the story of Emperor Meiji and its nearby attractions, Yoyogi Park.
Morning activities at Meiji Shrine
Meiji Shrine, or Meiji Jingu, is one of Japan's most famous and visited Shinto shrines since 1920. The specialty of this place that visitors like is that it has massive tori gates and cedar trees, decorated enormously in Tokyo New Year. More than 10 million visitors come here to see the most amazing hastumode, the New Year prayers.
If you ask, Meiji Shrine is a tribute to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, who played a pivotal role in Japan’s modernization. History reflects on how the Emperor’s contribution led to a transition from a feudal society. To arrive at this iconic landmark, we take a bullet train ride from Harajuku Station.
There's a large incense burner (shōrō) where you can wave the smoke over yourself; it’s an amazing purification ritual.
Mid-day activities at Tokyo City Tour
It is the first day of exploring Tokyo and finding fun activities to do here. Today we are heading to the oldest neighborhood for shopping on Japan's Nakamise Street. The bustling lanes of the towns call us for a visit.
For the rest of the day, we explore some of the regions in Shibuya and Ginza, which are among two of Tokyo's most iconic districts. Our day itinerary continues in Tokyo with Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko Statue, known for its shopping and features, the nightlife, and more.
We also explore Ginza's history, which dates back to the Edo period. It was when the whole concept of luxury and refinement came into light in the era of silver mint. Ginza's main street, Nakamise Street Shopping (Chuo Dori), is lined with high-end boutiques, department stores, and flagship shops of luxury brands. Shopping here is an exclusive experience. Plus, if you are a stationery lover, you can shop at the Itoya Stationery Store.
Evening stroll and snacking on Tokyo
Explore the diverse range of traditional crafts, exquisite textiles, and captivating Kannon-themed items, including lucky amulets and talismans. We will visit the Tsukiji Outer Market to sample sushi, fresh seafood, and street food and have a new flavor profile added to your taste buds.
Taste the multi-cuisine fusion in Japan when the day just goes by. Asakusa temple and the iconic entrance at the Senso-ji temple. We help you learn about the cultural heritage site of Tokyo, besides its bustling charm. Enjoy food, drinks, and relaxation activities in Tokyo for the day, and get enough sleep too, which could have been hindered due to regular traveling.
We take you to explore the local neighborhood, quirky shops, and cafes you have never been to. After a shopping spree on Takeshita Street, you take a sigh of breath at Yoyogi Park and pay a visit to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.