Description
- You can enjoy a Japanese garden that creates an elegant atmosphere by adding ponds and stones to the plants, an English garden that is decorated with a wide variety of flowers, and a French garden that creates a contrast between the lawn and giant trees.
- Since it was owned by the imperial family before the war, you can also see the former Western-style mansion Gokyusho (resting place for the imperial family).
- It is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot.
Reviews by situation
“Relaxing alone” Recommended: 9 /10 points
Although it is a popular garden, it is large and does not feel cramped. You can look around by yourself without any worries.
“Having fun with the kids” Recommended: 5 /10 points
There are elements that children may enjoy, such as a large lawn area and rare plants.
“Getting into the mood on a date” Recommended: 4 /10 points
It is close to the downtown area and the garden is beautiful, especially the cherry blossoms in spring and the autumn leaves in autumn.
“Getting along with friends” Recommendation level: 2 /10 points
If you are interested in walking in nature, it is a place you can enjoy.
Trend Chart
“Comfort” Rating: 3 /5 points
It can get crowded with tourists, but not so much that it becomes uncomfortable. There are benches.
“Length of fun time” Rating: 4 /5 points
It will take quite a while to look around every corner of the garden.
“Price range” Rating: 4 /5 points
Admission fees and products at the rest area are relatively inexpensive.
“Suitable for rainy days” Rating: 1 /5 points
Everything is outdoors.
“Night-friendly” Rating: 1 /5 points
It closes before sunset.
“Uniqueness” Rating: 3 /5 points
It is the largest garden in the city center, and you can enjoy multiple garden styles at the same time.
Business Hours
AM9:00 to PM4:00 (Winter)
AM9:00 to PM4:00 (Spring, Fall)
AM9:00 to PM6:30 (Summer)
Closed Days
Every Monday (if Monday is a holiday, the next weekday)
English Support
Multilingual pamphlets including English are available at the entrance.
Fees
One adult…500yen [cash / SUICA]
Access
There are three entrances: Shinjuku Gate, Okido Gate, and Sendagaya Gate. Regardless of the entrance, you will have to walk 5 to 10 minutes from the nearest station.
In the case of Shinjuku Gate, the nearest station is Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station (Metro Marunouchi Line), but you can also walk from Shinjuku Sanchome Station (Metro Marunouchi Line / Metro Fukutoshin Line / Toei Shinjuku Line) or Shinjuku Station Southeast Exit.
The closest station to Okido Gate is Shinjuku Gyoemmae Station (Metro Marunouchi Line) too, and there are no other suitable stations.
As the name suggests, the closest station to Sendagaya Gate is Sendagaya Station (JR Sobu Line), but it is also possible to walk from Yoyogi Station (JR Yamanote Line / JR Sobu Line).
Main limited-time events
Various types of cherry blossoms are in full bloom from late March to late April, and the park is open every day during this period. Noh performances are held in the evenings for one day in late September, and chrysanthemums that were grown for the Imperial family are open to the public in early November.
Official website
https://fng.or.jp/shinjuku/en/
Nearby spots
Tokyo Toy Museum
The old school building is used to display toys from Japan and the world. You can actually play some of them.
Tokyo Shogi Hall
This is a playing field for professional shogi players in Tokyo, and the shop also sells autographed goods.
Meiji Jingu Gaien Ice Skating Rink
You can even come and play empty-handed at this historic ice skating rink.
