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Tokyo Heritage Gardens: From the Shogunate to modern Japan
Tokyo
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Tokyo is often known for its skyscrapers and fast-paced modern life. Yet within the city are historic gardens that reflect centuries of Japanese culture and design. On this guided walking tour, you will visit three cultural heritage gardens — Kyu Shiba Rikyu Garden, Hama-rikyu Gardens, and Kiyosumi Gardens — and learn how Japanese garden aesthetics evolved from the Edo period to modern Japan.
Your journey begins at Kyu Shiba Rikyu Garden, one of Tokyo’s oldest daimyo gardens. At Hama-rikyu Gardens, once a seaside retreat of the Tokugawa shogunate, you will explore a unique tidal pond garden connected to Tokyo Bay. The tour concludes at Kiyosumi Gardens, known for impressive stones collected...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A Professional Local Guide
Transportation during the tour
Food and beverage expenses
Personal expenses
Kiyosumi Gardens
Hama-rikyū Gardens
Kyu Shiba Rikyu Gardens
Meeting Points
Departure
Old Shibarikyu Gardens Children's Park
Your guide will be waiting in the children's park next to the Former Shiba Rikyu Gardens. They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service name so please use that as a reference point to meet up.
Return
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Sta.
Tokyo Heritage Gardens: From the Shogunate to modern Japan
Tokyo
About
Tokyo is often known for its skyscrapers and fast-paced modern life. Yet within the city are historic gardens that reflect centuries of Japanese culture and design. On this guided walking tour, you will visit three cultural heritage gardens — Kyu Shiba Rikyu Garden, Hama-rikyu Gardens, and Kiyosumi Gardens — and learn how Japanese garden aesthetics evolved from the Edo period to modern Japan.
Your journey begins at Kyu Shiba Rikyu Garden, one of Tokyo’s oldest daimyo gardens. At Hama-rikyu Gardens, once a seaside retreat of the Tokugawa shogunate, you will explore a unique tidal pond garden connected to Tokyo Bay. The tour concludes at Kiyosumi Gardens, known for impressive stones collected...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A Professional Local Guide
Transportation during the tour
Food and beverage expenses
Personal expenses
Kiyosumi Gardens
Hama-rikyū Gardens
Kyu Shiba Rikyu Gardens
Meeting Points
Departure
Old Shibarikyu Gardens Children's Park
Your guide will be waiting in the children's park next to the Former Shiba Rikyu Gardens. They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service name so please use that as a reference point to meet up.
Return
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Sta.
Itinerary
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Kyu-Shiba-rikyū Gardens
Walk through one of Tokyo’s oldest daimyo gardens, known for its elegant stone arrangements, tranquil pond scenery, and carefully pruned pine trees. The garden offers a quiet historical atmosphere despite being located near the busy Hamamatsucho district.
40 minutes
2
Hama Rikyu Gardens
Explore a historic feudal lord garden famous for its tidal pond connected to Tokyo Bay. Walk along scenic paths surrounded by pine trees and seasonal flowers, and enjoy the contrast between the peaceful garden and Tokyo’s modern skyline. Optional matcha tea experience at a traditional teahouse (extra fee).
1 hour and 15 minutes
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Kiyosumi Teien
Stroll through a traditional Edo-period landscape garden featuring a large pond, artificial hills, and famous ornamental stones. Enjoy seasonal flowers, carefully shaped greenery, and peaceful views while learning about the design of Japanese strolling gardens.
