🌸Shinjuku Gyoen Garden
Our Take
The most beautiful park in Tokyo. Genuinely underrated.
Go regardless if...
You need a quiet afternoon away from the city's chaos
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About
Shinjuku Gyoen is a large national garden in Shinjuku covering 58 hectares, originally an imperial garden opened to the public in 1949. It contains three distinct garden styles: a Japanese traditional garden, a French formal garden, and an English landscape garden. The park is one of Tokyo's most popular cherry blossom viewing spots each spring.
Time Needed
60-90 minutes to walk the full grounds without rushing.
Best Time To Go
Cherry blossom season in late March to early April or autumn foliage in November. Worth visiting any time of year as a quiet escape from the city.
Getting There
Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station on the Marunouchi line, 5 minute walk to the main gate.
Tips
Alcohol is not permitted inside the garden, which keeps the cherry blossom crowds noticeably more relaxed than Yoyogi Park. Worth knowing if you want a calmer hanami experience.