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Tokyo Half-Day Tour: Imperial Palace, Tsukiji & Tea Cruise

Person whisking matcha in a bowl during a Tokyo spring tea ceremony.
Tea ceremony room in Tokyo with beverage machines and traditional decor.
People bowing in traditional attire on a Tokyo rooftop with red lanterns during a spring tea ceremony.
Tokyo Imperial Palace with traditional architecture and surrounding moat.

Duration

4 hrs

Guided tour

Transfers available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience
    • Experience a half-day Tokyo tour combining a traditional Yakatabune tea cruise with guided visits to the Imperial Palace area and Tsukiji Market.

    • Start at Etchūjima Pier, board a Yakatabune, and enjoy a tea ceremony, sweets, and a live shamisen performance as you cruise Tokyo Bay.

    • Visit the Imperial Palace Outer Garden and walk along landscaped paths with views of the moat, bridges, and surrounding historic grounds.

    • Explore Tsukiji Outer Market’s lively lanes filled with fresh seafood, street food, and local specialties at your own pace.

    • End your tour at Tsukiji Market with the option to continue exploring or return to Tokyo Station with the tour vehicle.

    • Tokyo Bay cruise ticket

    • Enjoy a Japanese tea ceremony aboard the boat

    • Live performance by a renowned shamisen master

    • Bilingual English and Chinese guide

    • Vehicle service fees, fuel costs, toll fees, and highway fees

    • Transportation

    • Driver

    • Travel insurance

    • Optional local activities and other personal expenses,

    • Lunch

    • Baggage allowance

  • TOTAL DURATION4 hours - 4 hours 30 minutes
    FREQUENCYOnce a day, at 1:50pm
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Etchujima Pier
    Start point

    Etchujima Pier

    Get direction
    10 min
    Yakatabune Cruise

    1. Yakatabune Cruise

    2 hr
    1 activity

    Board a traditional Yakatabune houseboat and enjoy a relaxing cruise along Tokyo’s waterways. In a tatami-style setting, take part in a tea ceremony-style experience, enjoy Japanese sweets, and listen to a live shamisen performance while viewing the city from the water

    Things to do

    30 min
    5 km
    Imperial Palace Outer Garden

    2. Imperial Palace Outer Garden

    30 min
    30 min by a/c bus
    6 km
    Shibuya Crossing & Miyashita Park

    3. Shibuya Crossing & Miyashita Park

    30 min
    30 min by a/c bus
    7 km
    Tour ends on site (Shibuya) or return to Tokyo Station
    End point

    Tour ends on site (Shibuya) or return to Tokyo Station

    Get direction
  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

  • Half-day guided Tokyo snapshot with a Yakatabune tea cruise, palace gardens, and Tsukiji market—culture, scenery, and stories in one.

    Getting Started

    Arrive at Etchujima Pier 15 minutes early to meet your guide and validate participation. Board the Yakatabune for the cruise, then continue by vehicle and on foot to the Imperial Palace Outer Garden and Tsukiji Outer Market.

    What To Expect

    This compact itinerary links a traditional boat experience with two emblematic city stops. Expect cultural rituals on the water and a contrast between serene gardens and a lively market scene.

    • Yakatabune cruise with tea ceremony and live shamisen—experience time-honored rituals in a traditional setting on Tokyo Bay.

    • Imperial Palace Outer Garden—walk landscaped paths with views of the moat and bridges surrounding the palace precincts.

    • Tsukiji Outer Market—browse busy lanes of stalls for a look at Tokyo’s famed food culture and specialty shops.

    • Guided logistics—bilingual guide support and transport during the itinerary keep the half-day schedule smooth.

  • What to bring

    • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour includes walking across multiple stops and boarding the boat.

    What’s not allowed

    • Non-folding wheelchairs are not permitted onboard.

    • Electric wheelchairs are not allowed on the boat.

    Accessibility

    • Not wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • Arrive at least 15 minutes early, as the boat departs on time and late arrivals may miss the experience.

    • An adult must accompany all children, and infants under 3 years must share seating.

    • The itinerary and stop order may change due to traffic, weather, or unforeseen conditions.

    • Vehicle type depends on group size and cannot be selected in advance.

    • This is a shared group tour, and leaving early means forfeiting remaining services.

    • Provide the names of all travelers in advance for insurance purposes.

    • Shared seating may be required onboard, and shoes must be removed before boarding.

    • Expect larger crowds during flower seasons and weekends.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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