Tokyo Autumn Colors Gardens Shrines and Tea Tour





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
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
Professional local guide
Entrance to Rikugien Garden
Entrance to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Visit to Nezu Shrine with cultural insights
Walking tour through Golden Ginkgo Avenue
Seasonal tea experience inside Shinjuku Gyoen (matcha + wagashi sweet)
Not included
Meals or drinks other than the included tea experience
Personal expenses
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
Stop 1
25 minutes
Stop 1
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.
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 2
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.
Stop 3
35 minutes
Stop 3
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.
Stop 4
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 4
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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