"Tie Your Hearts Together at Tokyo's 'Love Shrine'"
Step into a world of romance at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, the city's most sacred spot for love and matchmaking. Stroll through a dreamy tunnel of cherry blossoms before channeling your heart's desires into the art of Mizuhiki. Craft your own one-of-a-kind accessory or protective amulet, weaving traditional cords into a personal symbol of connection that stays with you forever.

First, meet your guide at Iidabashi Station for an introduction to the tour's theme: the Japanese spirit of "Musubi", the sacred bond of love and connection. Walk to Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, known as "Tokyo's Ise Shrine," and learn about its history as the birthplace of Shinto wedding ceremonies in Japan.

Learn how to purify yourself at the shrine's water basin and perform the traditional "two bows, two claps, one bow" ritual. Your guide will also help you choose a "love fortune" (omikuji) or a sacred "amulet" (omamori), both of which are deeply popular with visitors seeking destiny.

Next, take a leisurely walk along the Chidorigafuchi Greenway, one of Tokyo's most iconic cherry blossom spots. Stroll through a breathtaking tunnel of cherry blossoms along the moat, where approximately 230 cherry trees line the 700-meter-long promenade.

Then, take a short subway ride to Nihonbashi. In this historic district, you will take part in a hands-on cultural experience, crafting your own "Mizuhiki" brooch. In Japan, the act of tying a knot has long been a prayer in itself, a way to bind a person’s wishes to their soul. By weaving these traditional decorative cords, you will transform your prayers for love into a beautiful, tangible keepsake.

Discover the profound meanings hidden within each knot:

• The "Awaji Knot" (Awaji-musubi): A knot that tightens the more you pull, symbolizing an unbreakable, long-lasting relationship that grows stronger over time.
• The "Ume Knot" (Ume-musubi): Inspired by the plum blossom that braves the cold winter to bloom, it represents strength, protection, and the blossoming of a new destiny.
• The "Musubi-kiri Knot": A sacred, permanent knot that cannot be untied, symbolizing an eternal vow and a bond that is meant to last a lifetime.

After the tour conclude, feel free to explore the SAKURA FES NIHONBASHI (Dates TBA). Immerse yourself in a magical atmosphere as the historic streets are bathed in a stunning pink glow, celebrating the season of love and blossoms