Meiji Jingu Sanno Torii — Attraction in Tokyo

Meiji Jingu has eight torii gates. A torii signifies the boundary between the sacred realm where deities descend and the secular world where we live. Before passing through a torii, it is customary to quietly compose oneself and bow lightly. Passing through a torii symbolizes entering a sacred space, marking the beginning of your visit.

After passing through the third torii and the South Shrine Gate, you will find the "Shaden" (Shrine Pavilion). This includes the "Honden" (Main Hall) where the enshrined deity resides, the "Haiden" (Prayer Hall, comprising the inner and outer halls), and...

This Torii Gate is the last of the three torii gates before reaching the main sanctuary. Remember to stop by the temizuya (手水舍) on the left to complete the ritual purification.

Actually there are some principles to the ritual purification, but it’s fine to...

OK...pay attention. This is the last torii gate before you enter the sanctuary, so the handwashing stations are just to your left before you go thru. The ema store is on the right after you pass this torii, so be sure to buy some wooden prayers to hang in...