Tokyo: Edo-Period Rikugien Garden Walk with Matcha

Duration1h 30m

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LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

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

Professional English-speaking guide
Entrance fee
Matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweet at Fukiage Chaya
Rikugien Garden guided walking tour

Transportation to and from the garden
Personal expenses

What to expect

Rikugien Garden
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

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.

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).

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.