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    Tokyo Autumn Colors Gardens Shrines and Tea Tour

    By Maikel. TProduct code 5520952P7
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    Duration

    4 hours 30 minutes

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

    4 hours 30 minutesMobile tickets

    Overview

    This is not just a walk through gardens. It is a seasonal journey through Tokyo’s most breathtaking autumn landscapes, carefully designed so you can see the very best colors in one unforgettable half-day. Instead of trying to plan everything yourself, you’ll follow a smooth route that connects four of Tokyo’s most stunning autumn spots. At each stop, your guide shares cultural insights and hidden details that most visitors miss — from the poetry behind Rikugien’s design to the rituals at Nezu Shrine. Along the way, you’ll pause for a traditional tea experience with matcha and a seasonal wagashi sweet, giving you time to relax and truly soak in the atmosphere. Each garden and shrine has been hand-picked to show a different side of autumn in Japan: iconic golden ginkgo tunnels, artistic garden landscapes, sacred torii paths, and tranquil ponds lit with fiery maple reflections.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Professional local guide

    Other

    Entrance to Rikugien Garden

    Other

    Entrance to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

    Other

    Visit to Nezu Shrine with cultural insights

    Other

    Walking tour through Golden Ginkgo Avenue

    Other

    Seasonal tea experience inside Shinjuku Gyoen (matcha + wagashi sweet)

    Not included

    Other

    Meals or drinks other than the included tea experience

    Other

    Personal expenses

    Other

    Gratuities (optional)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    Please arrive at the meeting point (Aoyama-Itchome Station, Exit 1, outside the ticket gates) at least 10 minutes before the tour starts.

    End point

    The tour will conclude at Rikugien Garden, which is a perfect spot to end the day. The garden is beautiful and relaxing, and the train station is nearby, making it easy for you to continue exploring Tokyo or return to your accommodation.

    Itinerary

    Standard4 hours 30 minutes
    1

    Stop 1

    25 minutes

    Begin at a golden ginkgo avenue, where hundreds of trees line the streets in a breathtaking tunnel of yellow leaves. It is one of Tokyo’s most iconic autumn views and the perfect way to start your journey.

    2

    Stop 2

    1 hourAdmission included

    Step into Tokyo’s most famous city garden, where Japanese, French, and English styles blend into one breathtaking landscape. In autumn, vibrant red maples and golden gingkos create a painter’s dream. During our visit, you will pause for a relaxing tea experience with matcha and a seasonal wagashi sweet, enjoyed at one of the charming tea spots inside the garden. This cultural break offers a moment of calm surrounded by nature.

    3

    Stop 3

    35 minutes

    Discover a hidden treasure away from the tourist crowds. Nezu Shrine is one of Tokyo’s oldest, with rows of scarlet torii gates winding through a canopy of autumn leaves. Few visitors know this secret spot, which makes it all the more magical. Try your luck with an omikuji fortune or leave a handwritten ema plaque wish for an authentic connection to Japanese tradition.

    4

    Stop 4

    1 hourAdmission included

    End your journey at Rikugien, a masterpiece of Edo-period design. Created in 1702, this strolling garden was inspired by classical Japanese poetry. In autumn, fiery maple trees reflect in tranquil ponds, creating some of the most dramatic seasonal scenery in Tokyo. Many locals say it’s the best place in the city to experience autumn colors — a finale that leaves you inspired and in awe.

    Additional Info

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    No Back Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    No Heart Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    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.

    Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

    Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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