Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets
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Is Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets worth booking?
Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets is a 1.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $13200 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $13200 per person
Hama-rikyu Gardens is a historic Edo-period landscape garden in Tokyo. On this 2-hour walking tour, explore the garden’s design and seasonal scenery with a guide, then enjoy a matcha green tea and Japanese sweets break i
What you get
- Matcha green tea and Japanese sweets
- tour guide
About this experience
Hama-rikyu Gardens is a historic Edo-period landscape garden in Tokyo. On this 2-hour walking tour, explore the garden’s design and seasonal scenery with a guide, then enjoy a matcha green tea and Japanese sweets break in the garden’s tea room. Within the garden, the highlights are the Kaiyushiki garden (circular garden) and the seawater tidal pond. Visitors can also enjoy the plants and trees, whose beauty changes with the seasons. The tour guide will explain in detail about the history of the garden and the background of the garden's design, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of Japanese garden culture. In addition, there is a tea ceremony room in the garden where you will experience matcha green tea and Japanese sweets! Please enjoy Japanese garden culture while admiring the garden scenery and taking pictures! *Matcha green tea and Japanese sweets are included in the tour fee. *We recommend that you wear comfortable walking shoes for this walking tour.
What's included
Included
- Matcha green tea and Japanese sweets
- tour guide
What you'll see and do
Hamarikyu Gardens
The Hamarikyu Gardens are the largest gardens of the Daimyo gardens in Tokyo. Daimyo gardens originated in the Edo period (1603-1868) when samurai established gardens within their vast estates. The garden has a waterway running through it, and the scenery created by the bridges, buildings, and trees is magnificent. Flowers can be enjoyed in each of the four seasons. This is the only place in Tokyo where you can see a pond created by drawing seawater from the sea.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Advertising Museum Tokyo
*Optional* This museum features exhibits related to Japanese advertising. Visitors can enjoy and learn about the changes in advertising over time and the differences between Japanese and foreign advertising. Admission is free.
35 minutes here
Hayao Miyazaki's Nippon Television Giant Clock
*Optional* A steampunk-style copper karakuri clock by Hayao Miyazaki, the famous animation director of Studio Ghibli. When the time is up, the lights come on and the karakuri clock starts moving with music. The time when it moves is limited. If you are lucky, you may be able to see it in motion.
10 minutes here
Hibiya Shrine
*Optional* Hibiya Shrine, located in an office district, is a shrine with a history of about 400 years that enshrines the god of agriculture and the god that drives away the impure.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Otemon Bridge is one of the entrances to Hama-Rikyu Gardens. Please cross the bridge and meet up in front of the entrance of Hama Rikyu Garden.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour end at Shiodome station (Yurikamome and Toei Oedo line)
Options you can book
Japanese Garden + Surrounding
+ Surrounding
Only Japanese Garden
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- gotcha
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Skyscrapers in Water: Contrast Old and New Japan in a Wonderful Garden
Tokyo’s Hamarikyu Gardens is a place where no urban noise can be heard, and the skyscrapers of the Shiodome district are reflected in the water of ancient ponds, creating a surprising contrast between old and new Japan. We were met by emerald pine trees with bizarrely curved (windy) trunks, winding gravel paths and the famous Shioiri no-ike pond, which is filled with seawater at high tides and its level changes throughout the day, making every visit to the garden unique. The main jewel is the Nakajima no-o-chaya tea house, which is located right on an island in the middle of the pond, which we reached through picturesque wooden bridges. Sitting on a tatami, you can taste real matcha and traditional wagashi sweets (not the most budget set - apparently with a surcharge for wonderful views and an atmosphere of peace and quiet). Each season has its own charm. We were here in the third decade of March. The sakura was still in bloom, the pink Japanese camellia bushes were in bloom, and the rapeseed clearings were already positively bright sunny yellow. Impressed by the size, caring buttresses and venerable age of the 300-year-old legendary black pine. I think it's worth taking the time to take a leisurely stroll through the charming gardens of Hamarikyu (better accompanied by a guide, as was the case in our case) to experience Zen in the heart of Tokyo. And don't forget to stamp your garden visit booklet like Japanese travelers do.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Lovely tour of the garden...
Lovely tour of the garden with Naoko! She was so kind and helpful during the tour, especially with my 6 year old son, keeping him entertained with origami during the tea service. Would highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed Naoko's tour!
via Viator
Wnderful Garden Tour
We were met as we approached the park, quickly handling the business and getting right into the tour explaining how this was started centuries ago for the shogun and family. Once inside, she kept the history moving by taking us right to the three hundred year old black pine tree that was planted as part of. Nori kept the history going as we jhmoved on past remains of moats and canals where supplies were offloaded, then on to more plantings including an orange tree that was planted when an elephant was there. She lead us to the tidal pond by having it appear when we exited the surrounding forrest. For more wonderful views of the teahouse on an island and the bridges to it, she took us around rather than rushing across a bridge. When we got to the teahouse, we enjoyed a snack as she related how the view use to be to the ocean instead of the sky scrapers. From there we moved on to the lesser maintained parts such as the duck hunting ponds and canals, but we were able to imagine it through her description. The time seemed to fly by as she took us around and back to the exit. Although the garden tour was done, she made sure we made it to the local subway station and sent us on our way happy and having learned quite a bit.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed Nori's tour!
via Tripadvisor
Great fun!
Yoshi was an amazing guide and very informative throughout our tour. She met us early and even put up with a very rainy afternoon in the gardens! Despite the rain, it was great fun and she was the best! The gardens were beautiful despite the rain and the tea ceremony was a blast!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed Yoshi's tour!
via Viator
Walking tour at Hama-rikyu garden
Very wet day however a lovely walking tour
Response from the operator: We truly appreciate your feedback! We are delighted you had a great time on our tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $13200 to $15400
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets cost?
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Prices start at $13200 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hama-rikyu Gardens Walking Tour with Matcha& Japanese Sweets start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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