Meiji Shrine
Upcoming Events (4)
Meiji Shrine Spring Grand Festival (Shunki Reitaisai)
Experience Meiji Shrine's Spring Grand Festival (Shunki Reitaisai), a traditional showcase of Noh and Kyogen drama, gagaku court music, and Japanese dance. Set at the historic Meiji Jingu in Tokyo, this open-to-public celebration invites locals and visitors to witness timeless performing arts in a serene shrine setting.
Meiji Jingu Autumn Grand Festival
Experience Japan’s autumn traditions at Meiji Shrine. The Meiji Jingu Autumn Grand Festival showcases traditional arts—Noh, Kyogen, court music—and martial arts demonstrations in a historic shrine setting. An outdoor, culturally rich celebration that invites locals and visitors to witness heritage in action.
Meiji Shrine Yabusame (Horseback Archery)
Meiji Shrine Yabusame is a ceremonial horseback archery demonstration held during the Autumn Grand Festival. Archers in Kamakura-era costumes ride the shrine grounds and fire ceremonial arrows, offering a vivid glimpse of historic martial culture. Set at Meiji Shrine in Tokyo, it blends tradition with festival atmosphere.
Hatsumode at Meiji Shrine (New Year Visit)
Experience hatsumode, Japan’s iconic New Year shrine visit, at Meiji Shrine in Tokyo. As the city welcomes 2027, the shrine draws millions in the first days, with gates opening at midnight on New Year’s Eve and crowds enjoying the festive atmosphere.