Autumn Foliage West Tokyo Full-Day Tour with Monkeys and Bamboo or Lucky Cat Temple Course
Joined 2024
Options- [1: Chuo Line Course] or [2 : Keio Line Course].
Experience Tokyo's breathtaking autumn foliage on this seasonal tour. [1] Begin with Inokashira Pond and Showa Kinen Park, known for their stunning fall colors, before enjoying lunch in Tachikawa City. [2] Visit Mt. Takao, including a ride on the ropeway and a stop at the monkey park. Witness the vibrant autumn hues at the Fall of Maple and Gotokuji Temple. Conclude your day at Meiji Jingu Gaien with its beautiful ginkgo trees.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel
[1: Chuo Line Course] Inokashira Pond
Start your adventure at Inokashira Pond, a tranquil spot in Kichijoji. The surrounding park is adorned with colorful autumn leaves.
[1: Chuo Line Course] Tonogayoto Garden
Head to Tonogayoto Garden, a hidden gem featuring a traditional Japanese landscape. The garden showcases a stunning array of fall foliage, with vibrant maples and serene ponds. The peaceful atmosphere invites contemplation and appreciation of nature, making it an ideal stop for relaxation.
[1: Chuo Line Course] Showa Kinen Park
Next, explore Showa Kinen Park, a vast park in Tachikawa known for its impressive seasonal displays. In fall, the park transforms with brilliant red and yellow leaves, especially in the ginkgo and maple groves. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, cycling paths, and beautiful flower beds, making it a perfect place to soak in the autumn scenery.
[1: Chuo Line Course] Tachikawa City for Lunch
Enjoy a lunch break in Tachikawa City, where you can find a variety of dining options ranging from traditional Japanese cuisine to international fare.
[2 : Keio Line Course] Fall of Maple
Stop at the Fall of Maple, a picturesque area renowned for its vibrant autumn leaves. The combination of maple trees and gentle streams creates a tranquil environment perfect for photography and leisurely walks, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the season.
[2 : Keio Line Course] Gotokuji
Visit Gotokuji Temple, famous for its thousands of "maneki-neko" (lucky cat) statues. The temple’s peaceful grounds, combined with autumn’s colorful backdrop, create a serene atmosphere for reflection and exploration. It’s a unique cultural experience that highlights Japanese traditions.
[2 : Keio Line Course] Mt. Takao
In autumn, the mountain is cloaked in rich colors, providing breathtaking views.
[2 : Keio Line Course] Ropeway
Take the ropeway up Mt. Takao for stunning aerial views of the fall foliage. The ride is an excellent way to capture panoramic photographs of the colorful landscape below, offering a unique perspective on the surrounding nature.
[2 : Keio Line Course] Monkey Park
At the base of Mt. Takao, visit the Monkey Park, home to Japanese macaques. The park offers a chance to observe these playful animals up close, making for an engaging experience. The setting also features beautiful views of the mountains and trees.
Meiji Jingu Gaien
This can be the common visiting spot whichever the course you choose. (You can skip this spot if your hotel location is not convenient from here.)
Conclude your tour at Meiji Jingu Gaien, renowned for its stunning ginkgo trees that that turn a brilliant yellow in fall. The tree-lined avenue is particularly photogenic, making it a popular spot for autumn leaf viewing. Enjoy a leisurely walk amidst the vibrant colors, and capture the beauty of the season as you reflect on your day’s experiences.
Ending Point
Your Hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Tour guide fee
Interpreting
Hotel pick up/drop off within Tokyo 23 wards
Temples and Shrines are admission-free
Guide's admissions
Guide's rail fare
Your rail fare
Your park admissions
Ropeway fare
Monkey park admissions
Your lunch
Tour Important Information
Please choose from 2 route options [1: Chuo Line Course] or
[2 : Keio Line Course]. Lunch place is in Tachikawa City with various choices of restaurants when you choose [1: Chuo Line Course]. For [2 : Keio Line Course], we can stop anywhere on the way for lunch.
Showa Kinen Park (Showa Memorial Park)
Peak Viewing: Late October to Late November
Recommended Dates: November 1-20
During this period, the park showcases vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows, particularly in the maple and ginkgo trees. Early November is especially beautiful.
Mount Takao
Peak Viewing: Mid to Late November
Recommended Dates: November 15-30
The foliage on Mt. Takao reaches its peak in mid-November, with breathtaking views of autumn colors contrasting against the blue sky. Late November is also stunning, but be aware that the crowds can increase.
Icho Namiki (Ginkgo Avenue)
Peak Viewing: Late November to Early December
Recommended Dates: November 25 - December 5
The iconic ginkgo trees along the avenue turn a brilliant yellow, creating a breathtaking tunnel of color. This period is perfect for enjoying the stunning scenery as the leaves are at their most vibrant.
Important message from the supplier
My tours focus on the Tokyo subway and rail-accessible locations. I am not able to provide a driver on this site.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Grant A.
Hello! My name is Grant, and I’ve spent over a decade living and exploring Japan. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, I first came to Japan as a high school exchange student in Inuyama, a historic castle town in Aichi. My love for Japan began early—sparked by childhood games like Pokémon that were released in Japanese before English. This passion led me to pass the N2 Japanese Language Proficiency Test in 2018, study at language schools across Japan, and graduate from the Japan Visual Media Translation Academy.
I’ve traveled to every prefecture in Japan, often using unlimited rail passes to explore castles, historic sites, and regional specialties.
I hold a degree in Asian Studies from a Tokyo university, and my extensive experience living in Tokyo has made me an expert on the city’s transportation system, hidden gems, and affordable eats. With over 30 visits to Kyoto, I have deep knowledge of its historical sites and the broader cultural landscape of Japan. I studied at Japanese language school in Kyoto. I visited all the world heritage sites in Kyoto and have a lot of knowledge on the history of Japan. I can provide tours of Kyoto or places outside of Tokyo for an additional transportation fee.
Tour options:
Full-Day Tour: 40,000 yen (8 hours)
Full-Day Tour Outside of Tokyo: 40,000 yen plus transportation expense
Reviews
Joshua C.
“Good times ahead”
Grant was very kind and catered to all needs when they arose. Adapted schedule accordingly to time and had many good tips and advice.
Dan C.
“The best tour guide we ever had!”
So I’m a 69-year-old guy and my wife and I went out with Grant today. We met in the lobby, I told him my likes and dislikes such as not liking temples, not loving crowds, etc. So I think initially he was perplexed as to what we were going to do For the eight hours. But he figured it out and we just had a fabulous time —walked 8.2 miles and. almost 23,000 steps and that was a plus. But the best thing about Grant is he is an absolute treasure trove of information. My wife called him an encyclopedia. He is an historian, and if you want to know anything about Japan history, he pretty much knows it. And if you want to find out about Japan in the 1400s or whenever and the wars that they were in and the politics he is your man. There was one question that he could not answer (which I don’t remember what that was about, but I don’t think it had anything to do with history). We had gone out with a Japanese native guide two days ago. And to that guides detriment, the weather was bad we couldn’t do a lot. But that other guy, even though that guy sounded good on his video, he wasn’t remotely as good. We had a very enjoyable time. The first guide on a 1 to 5 (With one being the lowest and five being the highest) scale. And I would give that other guy a 2 ascompared to Grant who is a 5 for sure. If you’re lucky enough to get hom, you’re very lucky and don’t be shy about asking him questions, particularly about history, or anything about Japan. He loves both and he knows a ton about both.
Jay R.
“What an incredible time with Grant!”
We couldn't reccomend Grant A. higher as a knowledgeable, entertaining and engaging guide. He and our son Grant hit it off on subjects like Pokemon and Anime but I enjoyed learning about the language and culture. He had increidble reccomendations for eating during and outside of our day with him, even for other cities we were visiting. Don't limit him to just Tokyo but consider him for other cities on your trip as he has lived in country so long, is beyond fluent in language and culture and has led many tours around the beautiful country. He books up quick and is often booked every day so reach out to him and don't delay as you won't be dissapointed. Look forward to booking again on our next trip.
$282/ per group
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