Private Tour
Ise Jingu(Ise Grand Shrine) Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Ise area!
The city houses the Japan’s most sacred Shinto shrine that is about 2000 years old. The shrine is the center of major religious and spiritual activities. The Ise trip is incomplete without paying respect to the supreme deity Amaterasu Omikami (the sun goddess) . You will also come across the traditional Japanese foods and history while visiting Okage Yokocho street.
Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance!
Please be aware the this tour is on foot/with public transport. Ise Jingu Shrine also requires walking long distances in the shrine.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The pick-up/meetup for this tour is on foot/public transport.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ise Jingu
The Ise trip is incomplete without paying respect to the supreme deity Amaterasu Omikami (the sun goddess) enshrined at Naiku. Naiku is one of the two major shrines of Ise Shrines and is officially known as Kotai Jingu. This is considered as the most sacred shrine in Japan where millions of visitors arrive every month to worship for prosperity, peace and spirituality.
Ise Shrine Geku
The Ise trip is incomplete without paying respect to the supreme deity Amaterasu Omikami (the sun goddess) enshrined at Naiku. Naiku is one of the two major shrines of Ise Shrines and is officially known as Kotai Jingu. This is considered as the most sacred shrine in Japan where millions of visitors arrive every month to worship for prosperity, peace and spirituality.
What‘s Included
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Ise
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private transportation
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
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Ise Jingu(Ise Grand Shrine) Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable day at Ise Jingu with Henry
albypoo,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were so thrilled to have spent the day in Ise Jingu with Henry-san. From Geku all the way through Naiku, Henry’s knowledge of the history and cultural significance was genuinely impressive, and his observations and commentary elevated the experience far beyond any guidebook or self-guided visit. We really appreciated Henry’s deep understanding of the sites, both from a traditional and modern perspective. He made everything fun and easygoing. Henry also kindly brought us to a great lunch spot nearby, which was no small thing during Golden Week when everything was packed. He handled it all with ease. Thank you Henry-san, this was a highlight of our entire trip. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful tour!
s0ranet,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Since all the other tours were full during the Golden Week, I applied for a private guide here. We received an email from the reservation site in English, and we communicated directly with Mr. Kurata, our guide, to proceed. It was my first time using a private tour, and my guide, Kurata-san, was really "kami-ready"! We were two hours late because of the GW crowd, but they were very kind to us, giving us flexibility in our schedules. I was shown around the inner shrine from the outer shrine of Ise Shrine, and I was able to spend a very fulfilling time there because of my great knowledge and the accurate answers to our questions. He is such a great person with a good sense of humor and wit that I really enjoy talking to him! We highly recommend this site to international travelers as it is available in both Japanese and English. I signed up for this tour and I got it right. Thank you for the best travel memories.
Hatsuse-san
J1543OM ,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for your time today. I spent 4 hours of very fulfilling time with Mr. Kurata's very easy-to-understand guide. I really enjoyed my first visit to Ise Shrine. If you get another chance, Mr. Kurata, I look forward to seeing you.
Excellent local Japanese guide!
842francesc,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a lifelong bucket list visit to Ise Jingu and we were delighted to meet Henry Kurata, a local Japanese tour guide who was one of the best guides we have met in our years of travelling the globe. I was very specific with the agency that I had an experienced, local Japanese guide who had an excellent understanding of the Grand Shrine. We were very fortunate to meet Henry, a retired businessman who has lived abroad. His explanation of the traditions, culture and architecture was excellent! Often, I see tourists with college age students and this was not the guide we wanted for this visit...We were beyond pleased with our tour and I know he will continue to impress other guests with his excellent Japanese hospitality! Thank you, Henry for a most treasured memory of our visit.
Harry- Danny’s an...
Clark S,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Harry-san is an excellent guide. The best I ever had. He was knowledgeable , friendly, and willing to adjust the itinerary to weather and my particular interests. I have no complaints. He could not have done a better job! Highly recommended!!!
Visited Ise Jingu
Jon R,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a place of long history and cultural significance. Henry, is a wonderful guide. He thoughtfully answered any questions I had. He has a very warm and friendly personality and it was very enjoyable to spend a day with him.
Ask for Henry….
valeries7711,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Henry, Kurata, was excellent and very knowledgeable and very patient. He even walked at our pace…. He was very flexible and totally tailored the tour to our wishes. He helped us find specifically requested shops and even located the items in the stores. The abalone and mochi he recommended were out of this world.
Ise Jingu
JonathanH2897,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We wanted to know more about the Shinto religion since we were visiting Ise, Henry Kurata was extremely knowledgeable and experienced about the area and the relevance of every site. He is a really nice and friendly person with really good english, I highly recommend him.
Ise tour with Henry Kurata
Jonathan H,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00In order to fully understand the meaning and deep of the sacred shrines you should come with a tour guide. Henry Kurata was our your guide he was so knowledgeable and answered every question we had, he made our trip better we really enjoy his company and guidance.
Gift trip to celebrate 60th birthday
Travel32362291563,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was able to interact with the guide before the trip and he gave me a lot of advice when I did. We had the best of our ability to hear the wishes of our sons and their daughters who live separately because it was a family trip. We really enjoyed and had a wonderful time on the tour. I am truly grateful.
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