Description
- The roots of Koishikawa Botanical Garden go back to the Koishikawa Yakuen Garden, which was established by the government during the Edo period.
- At that time, low-income people could receive medical examinations for free and were prescribed free medicines made from medicinal plants grown at Koishikawa Yakuen Garden.
- In addition to preserving the plants from that time, you can enjoy rare flowers and large cherry blossoms from around the world.
Reviews by situation
“Relaxing alone” Recommendation score: 7 /10
The garden is large and there aren’t many visitors, so it’s a good place to relax. Almost all of the content is plant exhibits, so it may feel boring.
“Kids will love it” Recommendation score: 2 /10
The amusement park is popular with children, and the roller coaster that weaves through a small space is a unique attraction.
“As a date” Recommendation score: 2 /10
Only children with a strong interest in plants will enjoy it.
“Fun with friends” Recommendation score: 3 /10
Unless you have a strong interest in plants, you will probably find it boring.
Business Hours
AM9:00 to PM4:00
Closed Days
Every Monday (if Monday is a holiday, the next weekday)
English Support
Free brochures placed at the entrance are available in English.
Fees
One adult…500yen (cash only)
Access
Although the garden is vast, there is only one entrance. On the map, Sengoku Station (Toei Mita Line) looks close, but it is located opposite from the entrance, so it is best to avoid it. We recommend using Hakusan Station (Toei Mita Line) or Myogadani Station (Metro Marunouchi Line).
Main limited-time events
The Koishikawa Plant Festival is held for three days in early November, and various workshops and other events are held.
Official website
https://koishikawa-bg.jp/ (Japanese only)
Nearby spots
Tokyo Dome City
A general term for a group of facilities gathered around Tokyo Dome, such as theme parks, spas, and food courts.
Rikugi-en Garden
It is the most famous Japanese garden in Tokyo. The best times to see are the weeping cherry blossoms in the spring and the autumn leaves in the fall.
Nezu Shrine (Nedu Jinja)
It is an old shrine designated as one of Tokyo’s ten shrines, and is famous for the 1,000 torii gates of Otome Inari Shrine, which is attached to the precincts.
