Private Tour
Tokyo Japanese Garden Lover's Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
Traditional and historical Japanese gardens are best sites to see Japanese aesthetics. Both artistic landscape gardens with seasonal plants and dry landscape gardens at Zen temples help you get relaxed for meditation. Visit various styled gardens and experience traditional Japanese spirits which are represented in plants, rocks, and total design.
Our government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide will help you enjoy a 6hr private tour of the best Japanese gardens in Tokyo.
Select gardens from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. In addition to gardens, you may also choose any famous site in Tokyo for a truly memorable experience!
Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government.
Please consult with your guide beforehand as some gardens close on certain dates.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pick up is on foot. Not with a vehicle.
This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Imperial Palace
**This tour does not include access to the inside of the Imperial Palace** The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family. Edo Castle used to be the seat of the Tokugawa shogun who ruled Japan from 1603 until 1867. In 1868, the shogunate was overthrown, and the country's capital and imperial residence were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. In 1888 construction of a new Imperial Palace was completed. The palace was once destroyed during World War Two, and rebuilt in the same style, afterwards.
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
This tour will allow you to explore Tokyo more efficiently in one day. Meet at your hotel, then move to anywhere you want.
What‘s Included
Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tokyo
Licensed Local English-speaking Guide
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Private Vehicle
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
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Tokyo Japanese Garden Lover's Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great private garden tour !
Senga L,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Seamless experience with Kiki. Picked us up at hotel and navigated us all over Tokyo to see three major gardens. We didn’t waste a minute as we didn’t have to figure out the crazy subway system. ! Nice gardens! he k ew the spots to go !
Great way to see the gardens of Tokyo. Great guide.
LERLondon,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My guide, Steve, was excellent. I highly recommend the tour. We agreed an itinerary beforehand (with a plan B in case of rain) which included my special request to see bonsai. He arrived at the hotel early and briefly showed me our route and told me what to expect. He was friendly (without talking unnecessarily!) and efficient, told me about each garden, guided me on the Tokyo public transport system, always explaining which line, which station, how long etc which was very useful when using it later on my own. I didn’t want to be delivered back to my hotel so Steve took me to the Sensa-ji shrine and explained how to get back to the hotel and which exit to take. At lunchtime we went to an area with lots of restaurants so I could choose what sort of cuisine I wanted. Thank you so much Steve.
Garden Lovers of Tokyo .
Departure278795,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Are guide Kazuo was excellent. Intelligent , patient and very kind. He showed how to get a pass for the subway and how to use it. We visited three gardens in Tokyo all beautiful. Kazuo arranged a restaurant for lunch and we had our first Japanese Ramen. Delicious. Would highly recommend him .
Trains to Great Gardens!
lincexplorer,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Punctual and knowledgeable guide. Nobu showed me x2 gardens and knew their history and the plants. I also enjoyed the museum which has reconstructed an Edo period town. Here you can see how normal Japanese people lived, at the same time as seeing the grand gardens of the rich. Another highlight was riding the Tokyo Metro!! Nobu navigated it really well and was great fun. Highly recommend him!!!!!
Perfectly Delightful Garden Tour
Sherri W,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and I enjoyed a full day tour with Noripy. She was outstanding! She met us in the morning at our hotel and guided us to the nearest subway station where she taught us how to understand the train lines and stops. She then spent the day taking us to the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Station, Hama-rikyu Gardens, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, and Meiji Shrine. We also stopped for a delicious ramen noodle lunch. This was a perfect day. Noripy was professional, pleasant, patient and kind. Along the way, she provided information and insight info Japanese history and culture. She knew that we wanted to see cherry blossoms, and even though the blossoms are past their full bloom, she took us to ideal places where some of the later-blooming varieties were still beautiful. We were so delighted with our tour.
Good overview of Tokyo gardens
887maisyw,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. On our first day in Tokyo, our guide Yoriko took us to several locations around the city to see various gardens and cherry blossom locations. She reached out ahead of time to coordinate and was knowledgeable and helpful throughout the tour, topping it off with a delicious sushi lunch.
Gardens are everywhere in Tokyo.
Karen P,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You will see a variety of gardens. Be ready to travel extensively on the subway- very clean and efficient! Guide told me to get a pass card in advance so it was quick and easy to use the system ! Went to a great restaurant she knew for lunch!
A warm and welcoming guide. 🥰
Mary T,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cherry blossom time is a very popular time in Japan. We were happy to have Yuki who was able to guide us in the midst of thousands of visitors. She was friendly, kind and informative as we had to make minor adjustments due to the crowds. She had good recommendations for us as well.
Shigeru is very professional, knowledgeable and kind. He gave us very detailed information. Highly recommended! Gracias!
Magaly H,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shigeru is very profesional, knowledgeable and kind. We enjoyed the differences among the gardens and of course, the cherry blossoms. Even though it rained, we got to see most of them.
Nice walking tour
ionel r,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very nice and full of information about japanese history and culture. Lance is the best guide with a good pretour information and useful tips. I strongly recomand this tour.
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