[050]Yoyogi Pony Park (Yoyogi Pony Koen)

Description

  • A small park attached to Meiji Shrine.
  • You can interact with ponies, and children can even ride them.
  • There is a slightly unique smell inside the park.

Reviews by situation

“Relaxing alone” Recommended: 3 /4 points

It is mainly targeted at families with children, but it is easy to visit on weekdays as it is not crowded.


“Having fun with the kids” Recommended: 4 /4 points

It is a popular spot in Tokyo where you can interact with rare animals, mainly with boys.


“Getting into the mood on a date” Recommended: 1 /4 points

It is not suitable for a date as it inevitably smells of animals.


“Getting along with friends” Recommendation level: 2 /4 points

If you both love animals, we recommend visiting it together with a visit to Meiji Shrine.

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“Comfort” Rating: 2 /5 points

The smell is a bit annoying, but other than that there are no other inconveniences.


“Length of fun time” Rating: 2 /5 points

Because it’s cramped, you’ll probably only stay for about 30 minutes at most.


“Price range” Rating: 5 /5 points

It’s free, but you’ll need to bring your own carrots to feed the ponies (limited time and date).


“Suitable for rainy days” Rating: 1 /5 points

Rain gear is required as it is outdoors.


“Night-friendly” Rating: 4 /5 points

No entry at night.


“Uniqueness” Rating: 4 /5 points

We think this is the only place in the city where you can interact with medium-sized animals for free.

Business Hours

AM9:00 to PM5:00

Closed Days

Every Monday (if Monday is a holiday, the next weekday)

English Support

English pamphlets are available, and major information is also written in English.

Fees

Free

Access

The nearest station is Sangubashi Station (Odakyu Line), but it is convenient to visit in conjunction with Meiji Shrine. It’s right in front of you when you exit the northwest exit of Meiji Shrine.

Main limited-time events

See the official website.

Official website

http://www.tokyo-rc.or.jp/pony/pony.html

Nearby spots


Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu)
This shrine boasts the highest number of New Year’s visitors in Japan, and is surrounded by vast nature.

Yoyogi Park (Yoyogi Koen)
It is one of the largest parks in Tokyo, and includes a cycling course, dog run course, and event plaza.

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Decks
This is a free observation deck on the roof of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1. Mt. Fuji is relatively easy to see.