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Explore two breathtaking Japanese gardens
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Joined 2017
On this tour, I’ll guide you through two of my favorite gardens. The first is Koishikawa Korakuen Garden, where a stroll around the central pond reveals four beautiul landscapes: a river, a mountain, countryside, and the ocean. The second is Rikugien Garden, renowned as the 'Garden of Japanese Classic Poems' . Both gardens, created by influential feudal lords of the Edo Period (1603-1868). Those gardens provide a serene experience while offering a glimpse into Japanese history and culture.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or at any convenient place in central Tokyo
Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
The Garden, recognized as the Special Place of Scenic Beauty and Special Historic Site, showcases diverse sceneries around its central pond such as river, mountain, countryside, and ocean.
Rikugien Garden
The garden famed as the "Garden of Waka" (a classic Japanese poem), reflects picturesque scenes from Waka.
Ending Point
12:30 pm Closing of the tour at the nearest train/subway station or your hotel.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guide fee
- Fee for Hotel pick up,
- Transportation fee for the guide.
- Tickets fee for the guide.
- Public Transportation
- Food Drinks Snacks
- Admission Tickets to Japanese Garden
Each garden : 300 yen/ per person
Tour Important Information
Please wear comfortable close and shoes to walk around.
The gardens are closed Dec 29-Jan 1.
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 2017
About Tour Guide Hiromi Y.
Hi, I am Hiromi, a National licensed guide in English. I studied in England and U.S. during my 20s and 30s. I graduated college in NY. While I lived in overseas and experiencing different culture, I had chances to look at Japanese culture from the outside. And I realized its richness and uniqueness. Experiencing different culture was like discovering my own culture.
I live west part of Tokyo with my husband. Whenever we have time we like traveling. Also I have been practicing tea gathering (tea ceremony) about 10 years.
In Tokyo, there exist traditional culture as well as pop culture. There are so many places I would like to show you.
It’s my pleasure to introduce you exquisite part of Tokyo. Let’ enjoy exploring TOKYO with me! I’m looking forward to sharing memorable experience with you.
Reviews
Bobbie N.
“Beautiful Garden Tour”
We had a wonderful time walking two beautiful Japanese gardens with Hiromi. She is very professional, communicating before and after the tour, which was appreciated. There was an agenda of our time presented before heading out, so we would know what to expect. Hiromi explained the meaning and history of each garden and walked us through while pointing out highlights and plants. She additionally shared information about other important gardens that we might want to see while in Tokyo. We would recommend this tour and Hiromi!
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Hiromi Y.
Thank you very much for submitting very nice review. It was a great pleasure to share those peaceful moments with you both while walking through the beautiful Japanese gardens. Next time, if you have the chance, try venturing out to the western part of Tokyo, too :)
Kathy C.
“Amazing Tea Ceremony ”
Hiromi brought some tranquility to a bustling city. After 3 days of exciting sightseeing, we were ready for this event. After a relaxing walk in the park we travelled to an authentic Japanese tea house where we learned the process from a tea master. Very Zen and learned how important this is to their way of life.
Hiromi Y.
Thank you very much for submitting very warm review! It was very nice meeting 2 of you. I appreciate having peaceful moment with you through a cup of tea. Have a wonderful time in Japan!
Rebecca N.
“Great morning spent in Tokyo. ”
Really enjoyed our visit to Tokyo garden and our traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Highly recommend. Hiroma was wonderful.
Hiromi Y.
Thank you very much for submitting very good review! I'm glad to know you enjoyed my tour. It was a pleasure meeting happy couples like you. Hope to see you again!
$167/ per group
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