Tokyo Autumn Colors Gardens Shrines and Tea Tour

Tokyo, Japan
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Duration4h 30m
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Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

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

  • 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)
  • Meals or drinks other than the included tea experience
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

  1. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
    25m
    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. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
    1h · Admission ticket 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. 35m
    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. 1h · Admission ticket 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.

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.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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