Minato City Trip Overview
Walk through old, narrow streets and learn the warriors’ way of life.
Visit a mystical world surrounded by famous historical landmarks in Shinagawa, Tokyo, and experience the scenery of the Edo period.
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Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: Minato City, Japan
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Minato City, Tokyo, Japan
Walk through old, narrow streets and learn the warriors’ way of life.
Visit a mystical world surrounded by famous historical landmarks in Shinagawa, Tokyo, and experience the scenery of the Edo period.
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Stop At: グランドプリンスホテル高輪(バス)(羽田空港線・下り), 3 Chome-13 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0074, Japan
An oasis located in the large city! This Japanese garden is a size of 100 single tennis courts.
There are seasonal trees where you can enjoy the beautiful four seasons. There are also rivers, bridges, and ponds with colorful koi swimming freely.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Tozenji Temple, 3-16-16, Takanawa, Minato 108-0074 Tokyo Prefecture
A historical temple built in 1609.
The first British legation was stationed in this temple in 1859 and was used for nearly 7 years until the tragedy when it was attacked twice.
Within the grounds, you can feel the chaotic Japanese history as well as the quietness.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Koyasan Tokyo Betsuin Temple, 3-15-18, Takanawa, Minato 108-0074 Tokyo Prefecture
A branch of the world heritage Koyasan temple located in Wakayama prefecture.
Within the grounds is a power spot that is filled with a solemn atmosphere. You can experience osenro (pilgrimage) which is rare.
When you join this tour, you will find out the meaning of osenro! You will definitely build virtue.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Thrush Cafe, Japan, 〒108-8631 Tokyo, Minato City, Shirokanedai, 1-chōme−1−1 八芳園内
It is time to take a break at the shop with a luxurious atmosphere where you can look over the vast and beautiful garden.
Take your time and enjoy the luxury time.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Happo-en Garden, 1-1-1, Shirokanedai, Minato 108-8631 Tokyo Prefecture
A Japanese garden that shows the beautiful contrast between the traditional garden and architecture from the Edo era. You can look at the trees that are hundreds of years old as well as koi. You can also look at the bonsai which is becoming popular world-wide. There is even a bonsai that is 500 years old. Enjoy looking at the beauty.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Sengaku-ji Temple, 2-11-1, Takanawa, Minato 108-0074 Tokyo Prefecture
A temple where Ako Gishi, a samurai loved by many Japanese, rests peacefully.
You can experience how the Japanese bushi used to live. You can also learn about the loyalty which Japanese feel is a virtue.
There is also a free sutra copying experience.
Duration: 40 minutes