Description During the Taisho period, mansions were built that took advantage of the shape of the land, with a Western-style building on the high ground, a Western-style garden on the slope, and a Japanese garden on the low ground. Very few valuable buildings from that time remain today, and have been designated as national scenic […]
Description In the middle of the Edo period, due to a lack of places to view cherry blossoms, Tokugawa Yoshimune maintained and created a park. It is famous for its cherry blossoms and hydrangeas, and a monorail also runs within the park. There is also a museum about Eiichi Shibusawa, who had his main residence […]
Description A part of the former site of the Ground Self-Defense Force Jujo Garrison has been developed as a park. Using spring water within the park, they are restoring the original nature of the area. In addition to allowing camping and barbecuing, there are exhibits of farmers’ lives and rice fields. Business Hours AM8:00 to […]
Description It is one of the largest parks in the 23 wards, where you can relax and enjoy a variety of nature. In April, when nemophila blooms, there will be night illuminations. You can bathe in Jabu Jabu Pond, and there is also a camping space. Business Hours All times Closed Days None English Support […]
Description It is a park with an unusual shape where a promenade connects circular plazas. There is a pond and waterwheel on the west side, and a baseball field and tennis court on the east side. From large playground equipment to fenced squares, children of all ages can have fun. Business Hours All times Closed […]
Description Katsushika Ward has acquired the residence and garden of Einosuke Yamamoto, a local businessman, and has opened it to the public. The residence is a combination of traditional Japanese architecture and Western architecture unique to the early Showa era. The garden is a traditional Shoin garden with a pond, Tsukiyama (artificial mountain), waterfall, etc. […]
Description A garden where you can see irises, plums and wisteria. 6,000 irises of 200 varieties are grown, and the best time to see them is June. In the Edo period, it was counted as one of the 100 views of Edo, and it also appears in Ukiyo-e. Business Hours AM9:00 to PM5:00 Closed Days […]
Description One of the largest natural parks in the city center and the first modern Western-style park in Japan. It is also used as a venue for large events such as Hibiya October Festival. Facilities such as Hibiya Public Hall and Hibiya Outdoor Concert Hall are located within Hibiya Park. Business Hours All times Closed […]
Description It refers to the street that runs from the Takeshita exit of Harajuku Station to Meiji Dori, and is lined with many fashion-related shops. It is said that not only the store but also the young people who shop there have a great sense of fashion. Business Hours AM10:30 to PM8:30 (most stores) Closed […]
Description This is an area that collectively refers to the shopping street from Kagurazaka Station to Sotobori Street and the surrounding shops. There is a wide range of restaurants, from high-end sushi restaurants to inexpensive chain restaurants. There are many shops selling Japanese miscellaneous goods and Japanese sweets, which are remnants of the entertainment district. […]
