Tokyo
Private City Tour

Late March through early April, Ueno Park transforms into one of Tokyo's premier hanami spots. Thousands of cherry trees line the main path — the crowds are part of the atmosphere.

Row a small boat beneath overhanging cherry branches on the palace moat canal. One of Tokyo's most photographed spring scenes — best on weekday mornings before the crowds arrive.

The later-blooming varieties at Shinjuku Gyoen extend the cherry blossom season by a week or two. Serene formal gardens with multiple tree species in simultaneous bloom.

Tokyo's best-preserved old-town neighbourhood, dressed in spring blossoms. Temple cemeteries lined with cherry trees, narrow shopping streets, and wooden machiya townhouses.

Late July's Sumida River Hanabi Taikai is one of Japan's largest fireworks festivals — over 20,000 shells, viewable from bridges and riverside spots near Asakusa.

Summer brings traditional yukata culture and festival energy to Asakusa. Street vendors, temple activities, and the most atmospheric version of Senso-ji after dark.

Tokyo's world-famous digital art installations — choose between the immersive room-filling Planets in Toyosu or the sprawling multi-floor Borderless in Azabudai Hills.

Shibuya Sky, Tokyo Skytree, and rooftop bars in Roppongi hit their peak appeal in summer evenings. Warm nights, city lights, and cocktails with a skyline backdrop.

Mid-November, the 300m avenue of ginkgo trees turns brilliant gold. One of Tokyo's most photographed autumn scenes — arrive before 10am to avoid the thickest crowds.

While the ginkgos peak at Gaien, Shinjuku Gyoen's Japanese garden maple section hits deep crimson. Late November through early December for peak colour.

The East Garden of the Imperial Palace opens to the public and offers stately autumn foliage framed by moats, stone walls, and historic gates — completely free to enter.

Rikugien's late-autumn illumination of a 400-year-old weeping cherry (in autumn colours) creates one of Tokyo's most atmospheric evening experiences.

Both teamLab Planets and Borderless take on a colder, more contemplative mood in winter. Fewer crowds compared to summer — more space to experience each room fully.

Hatsumode — the first shrine visit of the New Year — draws millions to Senso-ji in early January. The temple in full festive regalia with special prayers and decorations.

Ginza and Omotesando dress their zelkova trees in millions of LED lights from late November through January. Evening walks between department stores take on a magical quality.

The quietest month for this historic bayside garden — bare trees, the tea house over the tidal pond, and distant views of the Shinjuku skyline. Uncrowded and contemplative.