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Tokyo: Edo-Period Rikugien Garden Walk with Matcha

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

Tokyo: Edo-Period Rikugien Garden Walk with Matcha

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo Early Morning Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

Tokyo Early Morning Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

THE TOKYO PASS: Museums, Gardens & Cultural Attractions in Tokyo

Save yourself the hassle of booking Tokyo attractions separately and enjoy bundled admission with the Tokyo Pass. Simply purchase and activate the pass, and you’re all set to visit over 50 cultural sights within Tokyo, from the Tokyo National Museum and the main deck of the Tokyo Tower, to the Mori Art Museum and many more. Choose between 1-day and 5-day options, with subway passes as an optional upgrade.

THE TOKYO PASS: Museums, Gardens & Cultural Attractions in Tokyo

1 hour to 2 days 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

This half-day tour is an ideal choice for time-tight travelers visiting Tokyo. Avoid the hassle of navigating by having a private guide to show you around the city. A perk of the tour is that you won’t waste time going to sights that don’t interest you, as the route can be customized. A sample itinerary may include Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Shibuya Crossing, Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Imperial Palace, and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

This tour is private to suit your interests and needs: choose from a selection of recommended sights to create your ideal itinerary. Learn about Japanese royalty at the Imperial Palace, take a peaceful stroll at Shinjuku Gyoen, be amazed by the bustle at Shibuya Crossing, and much more. Get to know Tokyo one neighborhood at a time on this tour that’s ideal for first-time or repeat visitors to the city.

Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide from Yokohama

Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide from Yokohama

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo Private Customized Walking Tour with a Next-Gen Local Guide

Tokyo Private Customized Walking Tour with a Next-Gen Local Guide

1 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo Private Custom Tour:Must-Sees & Hidden Gem with local guide

This is not a typical Tokyo tour. Instead of following a fixed list of famous spots, you’ll discover hidden sides of Tokyo with your private local guide — like a friend showing you around their city. Walk through backstreets, step into small shops, take a break at a local café, and enjoy moments you won’t find in a guidebook. The day is fully tailored to your interests, whether that means food, culture, quiet neighborhoods, or simply wandering at your own pace. While the experience feels relaxed and flexible, your guide thoughtfully shapes the day so you can make the most of your time. About Us (Michitabi) We believe that who you explore with matters just as much as where you go. Our guides do more than lead the way — they create a personal, relaxed, and meaningful experience. Subaru brings warm energy and easy smiles. Yuta is flexible and responds naturally to your requests and mood. Tomoki is friendly, open, and makes exploring Tokyo feel like spending time with a friend.

Tokyo Private Custom Tour:Must-Sees & Hidden Gem with local guide

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo Japanese Garden Lover's Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

Tokyo Japanese Garden Lover's Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 5 Hour Private City Tour & 5meter Giant Robot Piloting Tour

This 5 hr tour includes a 4hr Tokyo city walking tour with our guide portion and 1 hr at Robot Pilot Base Tour at PATLABOR LAB. Your guide will drop you off at PATLABOR LAB after a 4 hour walking tour. You can feel like you are the main character of the anime by visiting INGRAM(PATLABOR LAB), the 5 meters class giant robot that appears in the anime. Step into the world of Mobile Police Patlabor at the facility in Tokyo where you can find INGRAM. Explore human-operated robot research and development facility at PATLABOR LAB! Tour Includes: Guided walking tour in Tokyo Robot Pilot Base Tour at PATLABOR LAB *The Robot Pilot Base Tour may last around 40 minutes depending on the situation* You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘itinerary’ list. *Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour.*

Tokyo 5 Hour Private City Tour & 5meter Giant Robot Piloting Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

Tokyo is an exciting city with lots to see and do, but it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Simplify your time in Tokyo with a private full-day walking tour that includes hotel pickup. Choose 4–6 sites from a list of recommendations so you focus on the sights and experiences that interest you most. Browse museums, stroll through parks and gardens, and admire Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples.

Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 6hr Instagram Highlights Private Tour with Licensed Guide

On this private guided tour, you visit a curated selection of photo-worthy spots, perfect for boosting your Instagram game. Skip the hours of research as your guide takes you to some of Tokyo's most iconic and photogenic locations, which may include Harajuku, Sensoji Temple, Shibuya Crossing, and more. Capture stunning shots while learning about the city's popular attractions along the way.

Tokyo 6hr Instagram Highlights Private Tour with Licensed Guide

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

TOKYO 4hr Hidden Gardens Tour Guided by a Gardener E-bike or Walk

Tokyo Gardens Tour Just for You Guided by a Professional Gardener. bikeTKgardens BASIC PLAN (4–5 hours) Meet your Japanese guide, a current professional gardener and former bike messenger. You can join our tour either on foot or on E-bike. We will design the tour through interactive emails so you can explore Tokyo’s gardens deeply and broadly within half a day. With an e-bike, you can easily ride over Tokyo’s many hills and efficiently visit various spots. Enjoy gardens, architecture, art, culture, nature, and history. The Basic Plan includes matcha tea and traditional sweets, while the Lunch Plan offers three meal options. The high lunch option features a fine Japanese meal overlooking a beautiful garden. You can choose a model course from our website and we will customize the route to your interests. Discover lush landscapes, historic shrines, and peaceful backstreets that most tourists miss.

TOKYO 4hr Hidden Gardens Tour Guided by a Gardener E-bike or Walk

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Tokyo Full Day Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle from Yokohama

This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover lots of Tokyo’s highlights in a day. Avoid the potential confusion of Tokyo’s subway system, and travel comfortably in a private vehicle instead. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would probably focus on one small area, which would still leave you in awe at the scale of the city. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full day in this dynamic Japanese capital. You can see 3 to 4 sights on this tour!

Tokyo Full Day Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle from Yokohama

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 6 hr Private Guided Tour & Tea Ceremony Experience

Tokyo 6 hr Private Guided Tour & Tea Ceremony Experience

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour & Japanese Sweets Making Experience

Tokyo's biggest attractions are instantly recognizable but visitors often miss important details when visiting alone. This private walking tour offers a deeper connection to the city's history and culture as you visit shrines, temples, gardens, and bustling entertainment districts. Afterward, reward your efforts with the chance to make delicious wagashi sweets by hand in a special workshop.

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour & Japanese Sweets Making Experience

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Tokyo Highlights Private Custom Tour with Licensed Guide & Driver

Tokyo Highlights Private Custom Tour with Licensed Guide & Driver

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo Layover Tour with Licensed Guide:Narita Airport Dep

If you would like to enjoy a layover tour of Tokyo from Narita, this tour is for you! Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Tokyo accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Your guide will introduce both modern and traditional aspects of this dynamic Japanese capital. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one-day tour would focus on one area. This is usually about 3 to 4 sights in the city. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a tour that's best for you! Once your tour is complete, your guide will take you to the nearest station to ride the Narita Express. You can enjoy your ride back to Narita after a fun time in Tokyo!

Tokyo Layover Tour with Licensed Guide:Narita Airport Dep

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour & Pottery Making Experience

This 5 hr walking tour will also hold a 1 hr Pottery making experience at Shirokane Ceramic Art School for 6hrs of fun! You can make your pottery by either “Wheel Throwing” or “Hand Building”. Before your Pottery making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Start time: The estimated time for the pottery will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. Note*1: Kiln firing fee and shipping fee are not included. Please pay directly to the school on the day. (Work burning fee depends on volume: Cups 1000yen, small bowls 2,000yen, Large bowls, plates 3,000yen~） Note*2: Pieces are ready ～3 weeks after the class. If you wish have your pieces faster, an express plan is available for additional costs. Note*3: Pottery Making Experience is a group session with a maximum of 8 persons. Note*4: Only for age 4 yrs or above can join the Pottery Making Experience. Note*5: Experience time may take more than an hour. Please book this tour with enough time to spare.

Tokyo 6hr Private Guided Tour & Pottery Making Experience

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 6 hr Private Guided Tour & Taiyaki Making Experience

This 6-hour walking tour includes a 1-hour Taiyaki-making experience at Taiyaki Kobo Guraku. Taiyaki is a popular Japanese street food that is a fried pancake shaped like a seabream (tai). It is traditionally filled with red bean paste but chocolate & custard are popular too. A seabream is a symbol of good luck in Japan. You can learn how to make Taiyaki and grill your own Taiyaki by yourselves! (3 Taiyaki per guest) Before your Taiyaki-making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will sit in the experience with you as an interpreter. Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 5 hours from the start of the tour. You must be more than 6 years old (Children in primary school and above) to participate in Taiyaki baking. Children under 6 years old can observe Taiyaki making and help their guardians for free. *MUST BRING OR WEAR SOCKS as Taiyaki-making experience is held in Tatami room.

Tokyo 6 hr Private Guided Tour & Taiyaki Making Experience

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 2-Day Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide

Enjoy two days of private 6 hours tours with one of our guides in Tokyo! Our guides are licensed, experienced, and speak English! By choosing this tour course, you will have the same guide for both days. Due to the enormous size of Tokyo, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, a one day tour is not enough. Tokyo is where you can experience both modern and traditional, and your experienced private guide will help you efficiently enjoy two full days in this dynamic Japanese capital. Let us know what you would like to experience, and we will customize a six-hour tour for each day that's best for you! Note*1: The booking is for two consecutive days only. Note*2: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. You can choose 3 to 4 sites from the list on each day. You can also mix and match the lists.

Tokyo 2-Day Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide

2 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 5hr Private Guided Tour & Washi Papermaking

This 4 hr walking tour includes 1 (or 2) hr traditional Washi making experience at "watashino" handmade Japanese paper shop. Washi paper is made in a vat containing soaked tree pulp and that is fished out with a flat net to make paper sheets. Before your Washi making experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Start time: The estimated time for the experience will be about 4 hours from the start of the tour. You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by informing your guide of what 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list you want to see! Note*1: Only ages 4 yr & above can join the Traditional Washi Papermaking experience. Note*2: Washi experience is a group session. You may be in a group with other customers. Walking tour is a private. Note*3: You will make 4 postcard-sized washi with colors. Note*4: Experience time may vary depending on the number of participants.

Tokyo 5hr Private Guided Tour & Washi Papermaking

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tokyo 7hr Private Guided Tour and Night Out Variety Act Show

Explore iconic landmarks and hidden gems as your guide shares cultural insights and personal tips that bring the city to life. After a 4 hour sightseeing tour, your guide will accompany you to The Grand Tokyo, a unique dining venue located inside Grand Hammer. * Your guide will leave after they take you to Grand Hammer Enjoy an a one-of-a-kind variety show featuring performers from around the world, including artists who starred in the hit global series Got Talent! You can customize your tour directly with the guide after placing your reservation. Please craft your itinerary by choosing 2 to 3 spots on the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list. Note* Dinner and drinks are not included in the tour. Please pay on site on the day.

Tokyo 7hr Private Guided Tour and Night Out Variety Act Show

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Conquer Tokyo's Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in One Day

Along with Kyoto, Tokyo is the place with the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. Because of the bigness of the city, you can enjoy various types of cherry blossom viewing. It is not possible in other cities! Our tour takes you to various cherry blossom viewing spots that represent Tokyo; cherry blossoms in rich landscapes such as Ueno Park, Chidoriga-fuchi Moat, or in historical gardens such as Rikugien Gardens and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, and beautifully lit cherry blossoms such as Nakameguro and Chidorigafuchi. Through cherry blossoms, you will also learn about the city of Tokyo. We plan to visit 12 places. But the number of places may increase or decrease depending on the wishes of all participants. The places we visit may change depending on the cherry blossom conditions. We may extend the stay at a favorite place. In case of rain, we will change the schedule, such as the lunch location.

Conquer Tokyo's Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in One Day

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Rikugien Garden

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Tokyo

Know before you go

Blooming Rikugien Garden in Tokyo in summer.

Walking at a relaxed speed, it takes about an hour to stroll through the trails of the garden.
There is a teahouse where visitors can enjoy a Japanese tea.
In the spring and autumn, the park’s hours are extended into the evening so visitors can see the gardens lit up at night.
There is an admission fee to enter the gardens.

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