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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Garden in the special wards of Tokyo, Japan
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Visit in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds. 1
Visit early to capture the best photographs without the crowds. 2
Visit in the early morning to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. 3
Garden Styles
Features a mixture of traditional Japanese garden, English landscape, and French formal styles. 4
Getting There and Entry Information
Take the JR Chuo/Sobu Line to JR Sendagaya Station, a five-minute walk to the garden. 5
Entry is ยฅ500, and the park is closed on Mondays. 6
Entry fee is 500 yen, payable with Pasmo/Suica. 7
Picnicking and Food
Bring picnic items from department store basement food halls for a pleasant day out. 8
The park is a great spot for picnicking, especially during cherry blossom season. Remember to carry your trash home, as there are few garbage bins in Japanese parks. 9
Introduction
Historical Background
- ๐ฏ Edo Period Origins: Initially a residence for the Naitล family, a feudal lord's family.
- ๐ฟ Botanical Garden: Converted into a botanical garden in the late 19th century.
- ๐ Imperial Garden: Became an imperial garden in 1903 for the Imperial Family's recreation.
- ๐ฅ World War II Damage: Almost completely destroyed during WWII, rebuilt and reopened in 1949.
- ๐ Current Status: Now a national garden managed by the Ministry of the Environment.
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Garden Features
- ๐ธ Japanese Garden: Traditional landscape garden with ponds, islands, and bridges.
- ๐น French Garden: Symmetrically arranged formal garden.
- ๐ณ English Garden: Wide open lawns surrounded by cherry trees.
- ๐ฟ Greenhouse: Houses tropical and subtropical plants.
- ๐๏ธ Pavilions: Includes the Kyu Goryotei (Taiwan Pavilion) and other structures.
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Seasonal Highlights
- ๐ธ Cherry Blossoms: Best viewed from late March to early April.
- ๐ Autumn Colors: Maple trees and other foliage turn vibrant from mid-November to mid-December.
- ๐ผ Chrysanthemum Exhibition: Held in early November with numerous flower displays.
- ๐ธ Extended Cherry Blossom Season: Early and late blooming varieties extend the viewing period.
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Facilities and Amenities
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Restaurant: Offers dining options within the park.
- ๐ผ๏ธ Art Gallery: Features various art exhibits.
- โน๏ธ Information Center: Provides visitor information and assistance.
- ๐ฟ Greenhouse: Displays tropical and subtropical plants.
- ๐ป Restrooms: Available throughout the park.
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Access and Transportation
- ๐ช Shinjuku Gate: 10-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station.
- ๐ช Okido Gate: 5-minute walk from Shinjukugyoenmae Station on the Marunouchi Subway Line.
- ๐ช Sendagaya Gate: 5-minute walk from JR Sendagaya Station on the Chuo/Sobu Line.
- ๐ Nearby Stations: Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station and Sendagaya Station.
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Opening Hours and Admission
- ๐ General Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (March 15 to June 30 and August 21 to September 30).
- ๐ Summer Hours: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM (July 1 to August 20).
- ๐ Winter Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (October 1 to March 14).
- ๐ต Admission Fees: 500 yen for adults, 250 yen for seniors and students, free for children under 15.
- ๐ Closed Days: Mondays, December 29 to January 3, except during cherry blossom and chrysanthemum seasons.
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Visitor Guidelines
- ๐ซ No Alcohol: Bringing alcohol into the garden is strictly prohibited.
- ๐ญ No Smoking: Smoking is not allowed within the garden.
- ๐ถ No Musical Instruments: Using musical instruments is prohibited.
- ๐ Running Restrictions: Running is only allowed on designated loops and not during peak seasons.
- ๐ Assistance Dogs: Guide-dogs, service dogs, and hearing assistance dogs are allowed.
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| Travel Information |
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| ๐ย ย ย Phone: +81 3-3350-0151 |
| ๐ย ย ย Website: https://www.env.go.jp/garden/shinjukugyoen/index.html |
| ๐ย ย ย Hours: See hours |
| ๐ย ย ย Address: 11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan |
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