Rikugien Gardens

These gardens were constructed by Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu on the land given to him in 1695 by Tokugawa Tsunayoshi, the fifth shogun of the Edo Bakufu. Yoshiyasu spent seven years constructing a garden with paths around artificial hills and a pond. As the land was part of the flat Musashino region, when building the gardens he had to dig a pond, create hills, and bring in water from the Senkawa water supply to fill the pond.
Inside the garden you can also find some teahouses to enjoy some calming tea in one of the most breathtaking gardens of Tokyo.

the perfect place to take a rest during a long day exploring Tokyo or taking pictures at the beautiful pond in the center of the Rikugien Gardens.

Things to Do in Rikugien Gardens

Rikugien Gardens is the perfect place to enjoy the stunning beauty of the seasons in Japan. Tourists and travelers can enjoy the change of colors during the cherry blossom season or the leaves turning red in autumn. This can be the perfect place to take a rest during a long day exploring Tokyo or taking pictures at the beautiful pond in the center of the Rikugien Gardens.
Inside the garden you can also find some teahouses to enjoy some calming tea in one of the most breathtaking gardens of Tokyo.

Rikugien Gardens is the perfect place to enjoy the stunning beauty of the seasons in Japan.

How to Get to Rikugien Gardens

Rikugien's main entrance can be easily found on the eastern corner of the gardens. Starting from Komagome Station on the Namboku Subway Line or the JR Yamanote Line, it will take about a 5-10 minute walk. In autumn (late November to early December) and spring (late March to early April) you can access Rikugien Gardens through the more convenient Somei-mon Gate (it is closed during the rest of the year).