A 3-Hour Private E-Bike Tour from Shinagawa: Tokyo Tower, the Imperial Palace and Azabujuban
November 4, 2026
Shinagawa was the gateway to Kyoto in the past, and it is the gateway to the world now. It is a bit away from central Tokyo, so by taking this route, you can cover not only the main touristy areas but also the mix of modern and traditional Tokyo.
Get the Highlights
- Reach the Spots More Easily by E-Bike
- Drastic Changes from the Busy Streets to Quieter Areas
- Drop By Any Shop You Like
Reach the Spots More Easily by E-Bike
The highlights of this route are Tokyo Tower and the Imperial Palace. These are symbolic places to learn more about the history of Tokyo's development, and also places to take memorable photos for ‘This is Tokyo’. But these two places are a bit far from Shinagawa, so you can get easy access to them with e-bikes. Learn the history of Tokyo, enjoying the breeze.
Drastic Changes from the Busy Streets to Quieter Areas
One of the things tourists can’t see on their own is a quieter side of Tokyo. We cycle along the busy streets, surrounded by lots of buildings. And then, once we turn onto a particular backstreet, you will find something very different. Suddenly you will be thrown into tranquility. You will see a peaceful local temple, park, and shrine on this route, and you will feel so peaceful that you forget you are in Tokyo. Visit Sengakuji Temple, Hibiya Park, or Akasaka Hikawa Shrine. Haven’t heard of them? No wonder. They are very local!
Drop By Any Shop You Like
Why don’t you hang about at a local shopping street in Azabujuban? It doesn’t have a Uniqlo or Tiffany. But you will see what a local shopping street is like. Visit a cosy gift shop, a fancy candy shop, and many more. You can also pick up some souvenirs there. On a group tour, you can’t stop whenever you want, but on a private tour, you can drop by any shop you like!
Highlights Along the Route
Everything is subjective, but here are some examples that you can expect as highlights on this route.
Sengaku-ji Temple
Just one street away from a busy main road, the city noise suddenly disappears. This quiet temple is the resting place of the legendary 47 former samurai.
Yureizaka
A slope with an intriguing name, the "Haunted Slope." See different designs of each temple.
Tokyo Tower
The 333-meter red-and-white symbol of Tokyo since 1958. Learn the story about why it is symbolic.
Azabudai Hills
One of Tokyo's newest landmarks, opened in 2023. A modern skyscraper district with luxurious shops and condos.
FAMIMA
A super modern convenience store from FamilyMart. Experience a futuristic store!
Atago Shrine
A hilltop shrine in Toranomon, at the top of the 86-step “stairway of success.”
Hibiya Park
Japan's first Western-style park, with Japanese gardens too. A calm oasis between the commercial and government districts.
Imperial Palace
An amazingly open space with stone walls, moats, and beautiful pine trees, right next to the skyscrapers.
Japanese Parliament
Take a memorable photo in front of the building and share the story of Japanese politics.
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine
A quiet shrine built in 1730, surrounded by tall old trees. Step in and the city noise fades as if you were in a forest.
Roppongi
A vibrant night bar area. You might see some zombies in the morning.
Azabu Juban
A neighborhood with a hint of an old village and lots of expats. Find Japanese towels at a local gift shop.
Recommended Starting Places
This route ideally starts from:
- Shinagawa
- Takanawa
Let’s Cycle on a Beautiful Day!
We cycled on a beautiful autumn day. We felt the breeze, and it was a nice ride.
