Tokyo cherry blossom tour: Senso-ji, Hamarikyu, Meiji Shrine

Four Tokyo landmarks in one morning and afternoon, cherry blossoms to shopping street

A guided city tour of Tokyo visiting Senso-ji Temple, Hamarikyu Garden, Shibuya Crossing and Meiji Shrine over six to seven hours with a licensed English-speaking guide. The route moves through spring cherry blossoms and yellow rapes at the garden, crosses the world's busiest intersection, and ends among the oak and camphor trees surrounding the shrine. Pickup is included; admission to Hamarikyu Garden costs 300 yen per adult and is paid on the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cherry blossom and city highlights tour

• Morning stroll at Sensoji temple
• Visit Hamarikyu Garden
• Cross Shibuya scramble crossing
• Visit Meiji Shrine
• Explore Omotesando shopping street

The Experience

The morning begins at Senso-ji Temple, one of Tokyo's oldest, where you walk among cherry blossoms through the temple grounds. Nakamise street stretches from the Thunder Gate lined with shops selling traditional Japanese souvenirs and ningyoyaki, the sweets popular with visitors. The licensed guide explains the history and background of each stop as you move through.

Next is Hamarikyu Garden, set alongside Tokyo Bay. In spring the garden fills with pink cherry blossoms and yellow rapes, and the seawater ponds shift level with the tides—a detail that makes the garden feel alive to the rhythm of the bay. The traditional landscape stands in sharp contrast to the high-rise office buildings of the Shiodome district visible just beyond the garden walls. After the garden, you head to Shibuya Crossing, the world's busiest intersection, where hundreds of people cross at once from five directions. The bronze statue of Hachi, the loyal dog, stands near the crossing.

The final stop is Meiji Shrine, built in 1920 and dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Surrounded by oak and camphor trees, the shrine feels like an oasis in the middle of Tokyo's bustle. The tour ends at Omotesando, the shopping street lined with zelkova trees and known for its fashion flagship stores and architecture. Lunch is not included, so you'll eat on your own during the day.

What’s included

• Licensed English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
• hotel or central pickup.
• access to Senso-ji Temple, Hamarikyu Garden, Shibuya Crossing, Meiji Shrine and Omotesando shopping street.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Xperience Japan

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guide explaining each site's history as you walk—you'll be on your feet for six to seven hours across temples, gardens, and shrines, with stops to stand and take in views.

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Top questions

What is Senso-ji Temple and why does the tour start there?

Senso-ji Temple is one of Tokyo's oldest temples and the morning stroll takes place among its cherry blossoms in spring. Nakamise street, stretching from the Thunder Gate, is lined with shops selling traditional Japanese souvenirs and ningyoyaki sweets.

What makes Hamarikyu Garden different from other gardens in Tokyo?

Hamarikyu Garden sits alongside Tokyo Bay with seawater ponds that change level with the tides, creating a living connection to the water. In spring it displays pink cherry blossoms and yellow rapes, and the traditional landscape contrasts sharply with the modern high-rises of Shiodome visible beyond it.

Is the admission fee to Hamarikyu Garden included in the tour price?

Admission to Hamarikyu Garden is not included and costs 300 yen per adult (150 yen for visitors 65 and older), paid on the day of the tour.

How long does this tour take?

The tour runs six to seven hours, moving through four major Tokyo landmarks with a licensed guide who explains the background of each site.

What is Shibuya Crossing and what will I do there?

Shibuya Crossing is the world's busiest intersection where hundreds of people cross at once from five directions. The tour includes crossing it and shooting photos from different angles; the bronze statue of Hachi, a loyal dog, stands nearby.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the tour, so you'll choose where and what to eat during the day.