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Yasukuni Shrine Shiba Inu Walk: Explore Tokyo’s Quiet Side

Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$280.00
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Overview

@TOKYO | 2-6 people | Private Tour

Seasonal Highlights (Mar 26 – Apr 5)
・Yasukuni Shrine is a cherry blossom spot
・A reserved cherry blossom café seat
・Cherry blossom shrine stamp gift
・Seasonal sakura(cherry blossom) sweets

Visit Yasukuni Shrine with Ginta the Shiba Inu.

Learn how Shintoism shaped Japanese culture and how shrine spaces are approached, including prayer etiquette and the meaning behind common rituals. Your guide explains the history of Yasukuni Shrine and provides cultural context to help you understand the site as you explore.

Along the route, you’ll see landmarks such as the large bronze Torii gate, statues within the grounds, and other areas that many visitors pass without understanding their significance. The walk also includes visiting a quieter garden area, which is great for photos.

After the shrine walk, visit a local café with Ginta. Guests can enjoy lunch, tea, or dessert, relax, and take photos in a calm, unhurried environment.
Yasukuni Shrine Shiba Inu Walk: Explore Tokyo’s Quiet Side
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Cultural and historical explanation focused on Shintoism and the Shrine
  • A special gift to remember your trip!
  • Photos - Your guide will capture moments for you during the tour and send the photos digitally
  • Guide – A guided walk through Yasukuni Shrine with an English-speaking Guide and Ginta the Shiba Inu
  • Liability Insurance – Covers injury and damage at visited sites (excludes intentional acts).
  • Videography - We will create a short video highlighting your tour and send it digitally afterward
  • Food and Beverages purchased from the cafe is not included
  • Transportation to/from your hotel
  • Transportation to/from your hotel

Meeting point
Please use Exit 1 of Kudanshita Station (Hanzomon Line, Tozai Line) located along Yasukuni Dori. There are multiple exits, so be sure to use Exit 1. A guide with a black Shiba Inu will be waiting for you.
Return details
Please use Exit 1 of Kudanshita Station (Hanzomon Line, Tozai Line) located along Yasukuni Dori. There are multiple exits, so be sure to use Exit 1. A guide with a black Shiba Inu will be waiting for you.

  • Meeting & Farewell Spot!  Meet your guide and Ginta the Shiba Inu at Exit 1 of Kudanshita Station. Receive your leash and begin your walk—a rare chance to stroll with a Shiba Inu in Tokyo! (pass by)
  • 【Yasukuni Shrine, First Torii Gate】  Photo Spot!  This towering 25-meter gate marks the grand entrance to Yasukuni Shrine. Its impressive scale and traditional style make it a perfect place to snap a photo with Ginta.
  • Yasukuni Shrine The Memorial Fountain
    【Memorial Garden & Sakura Tile Path】 Ginta’s Favorite Spot!  Walk along a path lined with cherry blossom-shaped tiles made by artisans from across Japan. This peaceful spot is Ginta’s personal favorite for sniffing and relaxing.
  • Historic Photo Spot! This is Japan’s first Western-style statue, honoring a founder of the modern Japanese military. Strike a pose with Ginta in front of this iconic bronze monument.
  • ⛩ Main Worship Area! Step into the shrine’s inner precinct and visit the Haiden (worship hall). Your guide will show you how to pay respects in traditional Japanese style.
  • Cultural Architecture Spot! Built in 1881 and relocated here in 1903, this stage hosts traditional Noh performances each spring. A must-see for fans of classical Japanese arts.
  • 【Lunch with Ginta & Shopping Time】 After your shrine visit, take a relaxing break at attic room, a café located in the outer precinct. You can choose from Japanese-style lunch plates, sakura-themed lattes, and seasonal desserts. The terrace area is dog-friendly, so you can enjoy your meal while spending time with Ginta. Right next to the café is the Sakura Shop, which offers cute souvenirs, traditional snacks, and Japanese-style goods. 【Where to Eat】 attic room Yasukuni Gaien Café:   【 Where to Shop】 Sakura Shop (Souvenirs & Gifts):  
  • Chidorigafuchi
    A Calm Spot with Seasonal Scenery! Located just steps from Yasukuni Shrine, this peaceful area offers beautiful views of cherry blossoms in spring and colorful leaves in autumn. A great photo spot with a quiet, natural atmosphere—right in the heart of Tokyo.
  • Tour Ending Point! Return to Kudanshita Station with your guide and Ginta the Shiba Inu. Say goodbye to your fluffy walking companion after a memorable cultural journey together. (pass by)

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for individuals with animal allergies.
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Yasukuni Shrine Shiba Inu Walk: Explore Tokyo’s Quiet Side

    Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
    $280.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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