Rikugien Garden Tours and Tickets

This half-day tour is an ideal choice for time-tight travelers visiting Tokyo. Avoid the hassle of navigating by having a private guide to show you around the city. A perk of the tour is that you won’t waste time going to sights that don’t interest you, as the route can be customized. A sample itinerary may include Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Shibuya Crossing, Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Imperial Palace, and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

Tokyo is an exciting city with lots to see and do, but it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Simplify your time in Tokyo with a private full-day walking tour. Choose 4–6 sites from a list of recommendations so you focus on the sights and experiences that interest you most. Browse the museums, stroll through parks and gardens, admire beautiful Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, and more.

On this private guided tour, you visit a curated selection of photo-worthy spots, perfect for boosting your Instagram game. Skip the hours of research as your guide takes you to some of Tokyo's most iconic and photogenic locations, which may include Harajuku, Sensoji Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and more. Capture stunning shots while learning about the city's popular attractions along the way.

In this 6-hour Tokyo walking tour, you can experience the traditional Japanese tea ceremony known as "sado". Sado reflects the spirit of "wabi-sabi," a philosophy which finds beauty in simple refinement, old ways, and solitude. Beyond just serving and enjoying green tea, one of the main purposes of the tea ceremony is for the guests to enjoy the hospitality of the host . Your guide will drop you off at Jidaiya after a 5-hour walking tour. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. In this tour, you will learn the spirit of Japanese tea culture through experience! Your Tea Ceremony experience also comes with a walking tour. You can visit a few sights of your choosing with your guide. Please budget about 2 hours for each sight. Age: Children can join this tour, however, the tea ceremony experience is for those 12 and up. Note: The start time for the experience may vary.

Meet your guide in Yokohama and enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a eight-hour tour that's best for you! You usually can visit about 4 to 6 sights in a day in one or two areas of the city. Note*: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Being surrounded by skyscrapers with the neon of Shinjuku, seeing thousands of people crossing the intersection of Shibuya, and businessmen going for a couple of beers after hours in Ginza, these scenes might make you feel like a Deja Vu of some scenes from "Blade Runner" or "Lost in Translation". Just next to this, in the middle of the city, you can suddenly be in a quiet Japanese garden dating back to the 17th century, out of the noisy crowd, and relax with a cup of traditional matcha green tea. We offer round trip transportation from your accommodation for a full day excursion that showcases the diversity of Tokyo to show you at ease the contrast of this immense capital from traditional to futuristic high-tech aspects. 1)A qualified guide and a driver or a guide with both skills will accompany your party in a private car. 2)Fully operated by Japanese staff who have great knowledge of the surroundings, and curate your personalized hassle-free tour 3)Please ask if you are over 9 pax

Revel in Japanese aesthetics at the historical and traditional Japanese gardens. Check out dry and artistic landscape gardens at the Imperial Palace, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Koishikawa Korakuen Garden, Hama Rikyu Gardens, Yoyogi Park, and more. Choose the gardens you'd like to see and other famous Tokyo sites.

This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover lots of Tokyo’s highlights in a day. Avoid the potential confusion of Tokyo’s subway system, and travel comfortably in a private vehicle instead. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would probably focus on one small area, which would still leave you in awe at the scale of the city. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. You can see 3 to 4 sights on this tour!

Explore Sugamo, fondly known as 'Grandma's Harajuku,' featuring a vibrant shopping street filled with unique specialty stores spanning 780 meters. Discover Japan's rich food culture as you wander through the bustling street. Visit the renowned 'Togenuki Jizo Kouganji Temple,' believed to hold healing powers for ailments, right in the heart of Sugamo. Next, immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Rikugien Garden. Crafted over seven Edo-era years, this enchanting garden showcases 88 scenes from beloved Japanese waka poetry. Relax and enjoy a leisurely picnic at the charming tea house tucked away within the garden!

Experience the top destinations of Japan’s capital city on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, customize the tour to suit your interests and learn about Tokyo’s culture and history with an experienced guide. Marvel at spots like the Tsukiji fish market, Takeshita Street, Meiji Shrine, and Shibuya Crossing, supposedly the busiest pedestrian crosswalk in the world.

Start your tour early to beat the crowds! Enjoy an efficient, 4 hours morning tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English speaking guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would probably focus on one small area, which would still leave you in awe at the scale of the city. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a half day in this dynamic Japanese capital.

Asakusa is one of the most historically rich districts of Tokyo, but visitors often miss important aspects when visiting alone. This small-group tour offers a deeper connection to the area's history and culture as you visit the shrines and temples.

This 6hr walking tour includes 1 - 1.5 hr calligraphy and origami experience at Nihon Shokyoin in Shinagawa! Writing Japanese characters with brush and ink is truly unforgettable. You can take home your kanji on a scroll and your origami creations as souvenirs! Before your experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will attend the experience with you as an interpreter. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. *MUST BRING OR WEAR SOCKS as Calligraphy & Origami experience involves sitting on the carpeted floor with cushions provided. Tables are also available, though in limited numbers.

Japan is known for its spectacular temples, and this tour helps you see a more peaceful side of Tokyo—Meiji Jingu Shrine. Exploring the shrine with a guide ensures you won’t make any cultural mistakes, and you’ll be taught how to respectfully visit shrines. Discover more about the Shinto religion, and how to make prayers for success, happiness, or healthy relationships.

If you would like to enjoy a layover tour of Tokyo from Narita, this tour is for you! Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would focus on one area. This is usually about 3 to 4 sights in the city. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a tour that's best for you! Once your tour is complete, your guide will take you to the nearest station to ride the Narita Express. You can enjoy your ride back to Narita after a fun time in Tokyo!

Enjoy two days of private 6 hours tours with one of our guides in Tokyo! Our guides are licensed, experienced, and speak English! By choosing this tour course, you will have the same guide for both days. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one day tour is not enough. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy two full days in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour for each day that's best for you! Note*1: The booking is for two consecutive days only. Note*2: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. You can choose 3 to 4 sites from the list on each day. You can also mix and match the lists.

This Tokyo walking tour includes a Japanese traditional performance that you can enjoy as you partake in a Kaiseki dinner of 8 courses at the restaurant, Suigian! *Guided walking tour is 4hrs and spend 2hrs (It can vary) at Suigian Suigian has a Noh stage that can be said to be a symbol of the restaurant and hosts a Japanese traditional performing arts live show every day. Kaiseki is a traditional Japanese meal made of many dishes. It uses seasonal ingredients with simple seasonings, arranged with care. The light seasoning ensures that the best part of each seasonal ingredient can be flavored. The elegant tableware is chosen to match each dish and season. It’s wabi-sabi on the table! Dinner course includes: appetizer 2 meals of assorted seasonal food soup grilled dish(beef) seasoned rice desserts, green tea and Japanese traditional sweets You can enjoy great Japanese traditions and dinner in this tour! * Your guide will leave after she/he take you to Suigian(Kaiseki restaurant)

This 4 hr walking tour includes 2 hr traditional Washi making experience at "watashino" handmade Japanese paper shop. Washi paper is made by different materials from the western paper. Before your Washi making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Start time: The estimated time for the experience will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. Note*1: Only ages 4 yr & above can join the Traditional Washi Papermaking experience. Note*2: Washi experience is a group session. You may be in a group with other customers. Walking tour is a private. Note*3: You will make 4 postcard-sized washi with colors. Note*4: Experience time may vary depending on the number of participants.

Kimono is the beautiful traditional dress of Japan! On this tour, you can experience wearing a Kimono. You will be dressed by a professional and have your hair done in a simple hairstyle. It will take about one hour to change for one group (including hair-set for women). Afterward, you can walk around town and take photos. Please bring your own camera! Your tour will be of 2 to 3 sights that you decide on with your guide from the itinerary list. Sizes: Kimonos are sizes S to 3L. If you cannot find a perfect fit Kimono, the professional staff can dress you in the Kimono as best as they can. For the men's kimono, lengths more than 190cm will incur an additional cost of 3300 JPY. Please pay the additional fee directly to the kimono shop staff. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 1 hour from the tour start.

This 5 hr walking tour will also hold a 1 hr Pottery making experience at Shirokane Ceramic Art School for 6hrs of fun! You can make your pottery by either “Wheel Throwing” or “Hand Building”. Before your Pottery making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Start time: The estimated time for the pottery will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. Note*1: Kiln firing fee and shipping fee are not included. Please pay directly to the school on the day. (Work burning fee depends on volume: Cups 1000yen, small bowls 2,000yen, Large bowls, plates 3,000yen~） Note*2: Pieces are ready ～3 weeks after the class. If you wish have your pieces faster, an express plan is available for additional costs. Note*3: Pottery Making Experience is a group session with a maximum of 8 persons. Note*4: Only for age 4 yrs or above can join the Pottery Making Experience. Note*5: Experience time may take more than an hour. Please book this tour with enough time to spare.

Do you want to immerse yourself in the culture and spirit of Samurai while you are in Japan? In this 6-hour Tokyo walking tour, you can experience the Samurai Martial arts of "Iaido" in a traditional uniform! "Iaido" is the martial art of using a Japanese Samurai swordsmanship. You will be able to learn about this on this tour! You will learn Bushido, the Way of the Samurai, as well as sword technique through this experience. After a history lesson, basic demonstration, it is your turn to try swordsmanship alongside your instructor. Your samurai experience tour also comes with a walking tour. You can visit some sights of your choosing with your guide. Please budget about 2 hours for each sight. Note *1: This is NOT a stunt show or Ninja/Samurai show. Note *2: Your guide will drop you off at Jidaiya after a 5-hour walking tour. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour.

This 6-hour walking tour includes a 1-hour Taiyaki-making experience at Taiyaki Kobo Guraku. Taiyaki is a popular Japanese street food that is a fried pancake shaped like a seabream (tai). It is traditionally filled with red bean paste but chocolate & custard are popular too. A seabream is a symbol of good luck in Japan. You can learn how to make Taiyaki and grill your own Taiyaki by yourselves! (3 Taiyaki per guest) Before your Taiyaki-making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will sit in the experience with you as an interpreter. Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. You must be more than 6 years old (Children in primary school and above) to participate in Taiyaki baking. Children under 6 years old can observe Taiyaki making and help their guardians for free. *MUST BRING OR WEAR SOCKS as Taiyaki-making experience is held in Tatami room.

This 6-hour walking tour includes admission to Samurai Ninja Museum Tokyo. Before Samurai Ninja Museum Tokyo, you can visit 3 to 4 sights that you decide on with your guide from our itinerary list. Your guide will drop you off at Samurai Museum after a 5-hour walking tour. The experience time is about one hour. Your experience on this tour includes SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM General Admission Ticket-Guided tour, trying on Samurai armor and a Ninja experience. It's a unique, experience-based museum that lets you get up close and personal with history. You can learn samurai history in English and experience being a samurai and a ninja for a day with fun-filled activities such as Samurai armor trial, Ninja workshop, and Ninja star throw competition. Your guide will leave after s/he takes you to the SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM Tokyo. Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the tour start.