Tokyo Cherry Blossom Express Tour with Boat Ride

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Ueno Park

  Explore one of Tokyo’s most famous cherry blossom viewing locations, Ueno Park. Originally part of the Kaneiji Temple grounds during the Edo period, the park was opened to the public in 1873 and has since become one of the city’s most beloved cultural and seasonal landmarks. During spring, the park transforms into a breathtaking sea of pink with more than 800 cherry blossom trees, making it one of the most cherry blossom-dense locations in Tokyo. Guests will stroll along the park’s scenic paths while learning about the history of the area and the cultural significance of hanami, Japan’s traditional cherry blossom viewing custom.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Koishikawa Korakuen Garden

  Wander through Koishikawa Korakuen, one of Tokyo’s oldest and most beautiful traditional gardens. This peaceful retreat features scenic landscapes, historic design elements from the Edo period, and beautifully blooming cherry trees in spring, creating a calm and picturesque atmosphere away from the busy city.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Yasukuni Shrine

  Visit Yasukuni Shrine, one of Tokyo’s most historically significant Shinto shrines. Established in 1869, the shrine commemorates those who died in service of Japan and plays an important role in the country’s modern history. The shrine grounds also feature one of Tokyo’s most famous cherry blossom trees, which is officially used by the Japan Meteorological Agency to declare the start of the cherry blossom season in Tokyo. During spring, the approach to the shrine becomes a beautiful viewing area where visitors can enjoy blooming cherry trees while learning about the shrine’s history, traditions, and its role in modern Japanese society.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Chidorigafuchi

  Chidorigafuchi Boat Ride & Moat Walk Enjoy a 30-minute boat ride from the Chidorigafuchi Boat Pier, where you can experience Tokyo’s cherry blossoms from a unique perspective on the water. As you gently paddle along the historic moat of the Imperial Palace, cherry blossom branches stretch out over the water, creating one of the most beautiful hanami views in the city. After the boat ride, continue with a scenic walk along the 700-meter Chidorigafuchi Moat pathway, one of Tokyo’s most iconic cherry blossom locations. The path is lined with blooming trees that form a breathtaking tunnel of pink during spring and offer spectacular photo opportunities along the historic moat.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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