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Shiba Course

Shiba Course
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A historic sightseeing course where you can feel the Edo period.

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Distance
2.9 km
Location
Minato City, Tokyo
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7 spots

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Route-ordered classic spots close to the path.
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Kyu-Shiba-rikyu Gardens
Gardens & Parks

Kyu-Shiba-rikyu Gardens

Kyu-Shiba-rikyu Gardens is one of the oldest surviving Daimyo (feudal lord) gardens. Located right next to the station, you can enjoy the beauty of Edo-period rock formations in a compact setting.

432 m from start42 m near route
783 m/10 min walk
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Shiba Daijingu Shrine
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Shiba Daijingu Shrine

Shiba Daijingu Shrine is a shrine with a 1,000-year history called "The Ise Shrine of Kanto". It offers blessings for matchmaking and strong luck, and the contrast with surrounding buildings is unique.

1.2 km from start7 m near route
523 m/7 min walk
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Zojoji Temple
Zojoji Temple
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Zojoji Temple

Zojoji Temple is the family temple of the Tokugawa Shoguns with a 600-year history. The dramatic contrast between the traditional main hall and the soaring Tokyo Tower in the background is a must-see.

1.7 km from start22 m near route
284 m/4 min walk
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Mausoleum of Tokugawa Shoguns
Architectural Sites

Mausoleum of Tokugawa Shoguns

Mausoleum of Tokugawa Shoguns is the burial site of six Shoguns, including Tokugawa Hidetada and Iemochi, located within Zojoji Temple. You can view the luxurious tomb towers of Japan's former supreme rulers.

2 km from start25 m near route
224 m/3 min walk
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Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower
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Tokyo Tower

Tokyo Tower is the eternal symbol of Tokyo, blending a retro Showa atmosphere with a futuristic night view. This is the only place to capture the definitive "This is Tokyo" shot.

2.2 km from start61 m near route
346 m/4 min walk
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Prince Shiba Park
Gardens & Parks

Prince Shiba Park

Prince Shiba Park is a lawn square in front of The Prince Park Tower Tokyo. It offers an unobstructed full view of Tokyo Tower, making it perfect for picnics and photography.

2.6 km from start25 m near route
176 m/2 min walk
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Shiba Park
Shiba Park
Gardens & Parks

Shiba Park

Shiba Park is one of Japan's oldest parks. It is an urban oasis where you can enjoy a picnic while looking up at Tokyo Tower from directly below.

2.8 km from start9 m near route
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7 spots

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Old Meets New: Walk from historic gardens and temples to Tokyo Tower.Photo Perfect: Capture Tokyo Tower framed by seasonal nature.

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