Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
An oasis of tranquility, this expansive park features three distinct garden styles: a traditional Japanese Garden, a formal French Garden, and a picturesque English Landscape Garden.
📍 City: tokyo
🗺️ Location: 11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo
🗓️ Date: 2025-09-23
💰 Cost: 500 JPY (Adult)
#nature #sightseeing #park #garden
The Hook
Escape the urban energy of Tokyo in this breathtaking oasis, where three distinct international garden styles converge in one perfectly maintained park.
Significance & Context
Originally an imperial residence, Shinjuku Gyoen was opened to the public after WWII. Its meticulously maintained landscapes offer a stunning escape and are the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon.
What to See & Do
- Japanese Traditional Garden: The heart of the park, featuring ponds with bridges, islands, and perfectly manicured trees.
- English Landscape Garden: A wide-open lawn surrounded by flowering cherry trees.
- French Formal Garden: A symmetrical garden with rose beds and plane trees.
- Greenhouse: Explore a large greenhouse filled with tropical and subtropical plants.
💡 Pro-Tip
The park is large. Grab a map at the entrance and plan a rough route to ensure you see the garden styles that interest you most. The traditional teahouse in the Japanese garden is a wonderful spot for a break.