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Off-The-Beaten-Path in Tokyo: Rikugien Garden




Escape into this tranquil scenic Edo period landscape garden, known for its stunning seasonal foliage and traditional Japanese aesthetic.


Why Go: Gorgeous manicured gardens, maple leaves, scenic ponds, and teahouses offer serene natural beauty.


For Those Who: Appreciate Japanese aesthetic and nature, look for peaceful outdoor spaces, enjoy foliage like maple leaves.


Built around 1700 for the shogunate, Rikugien Garden encompasses manicured scenic landscapes with lush foliage, pine-covered hills, ornate wooden teahouses, and tranquil ponds. Walking paths wind through, presenting harmonious scenes.


Stroll under brilliant crimson maple leaves in autumn, enjoy seasonal blooms year-round, cross curved bridges over ponds, and contemplate at the Shitennoji Temple ruins. Have matcha at the picturesque Fukiage Chaya tea house.


This Edo-period garden masterpiece combines nature with architecture to achieve idealized scenes for contemplation and tranquility. Escape the city within an oasis of Japanese horticultural artistry and beauty.


What You Need to Know: Rikugien is located in Bunkyo Ward. It's open daily and admission is ¥300 yen. Meticulous care of the grounds may close sections periodically.

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