Tokyo: Edo-Period Rikugien Garden Walk with Matcha





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Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Explore the serene beauty of Rikugien Garden, an iconic Edo-period daimyo garden in Tokyo. Created in 1702, this stunning landscape invites you to stroll through its poetic scenery, where every path leads to a new perspective. Learn how the garden reflects the intersection of political power and artistic expression in the culture of the ruling elite. Your journey concludes at the Fukiage Chaya teahouse, where you can savor matcha and traditional sweets while overlooking the tranquil pond. - Discover the historical significance and design of Rikugien Garden - Experience the garden’s seasonal transformations and poetic inspirations - Enjoy a private tour led by an expert guide for deeper insights - Conclude with matcha and sweets at the picturesque teahouse
What's Included
Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Entrance fee
Matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweet at Fukiage Chaya
Rikugien Garden guided walking tour
Not included
Transportation to and from the garden
Personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Please meet your guide in front of the FamilyMart convenience store located next to Rikugien Garden (Rikugien-mae branch). The guide will be holding a sign with your name. The meeting point is a short walk from JR Komagome Station (South Exit).
End point
Please meet your guide in front of the FamilyMart convenience store located next to Rikugien Garden (Rikugien-mae branch). The guide will be holding a sign with your name. The meeting point is a short walk from JR Komagome Station (South Exit).
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Rikugien Garden is one of Tokyo’s finest surviving Edo-period daimyo gardens, created in 1702 by Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu, a close advisor to the fifth Tokugawa shogun. Designed as a strolling-style landscape garden, it features a large central pond, artificial hills, and winding paths inspired by classical Japanese poetry. As visitors walk through the carefully composed scenery, shifting perspectives reveal poetic references and refined aesthetics that reflect the cultural sophistication of the Edo elite.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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