A Tranquil Escape in the Heart of Tokyo
🌟 What is Shinjuku Gyoen?
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is one of Tokyo’s largest and most beautiful parks, blending Japanese traditional gardens, French formal gardens, and English landscape styles. Located just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, it offers a peaceful, scenic retreat from the city’s buzz—perfect for relaxing, strolling, or enjoying seasonal beauty.
🏞️ Why Visit?
- 🌸 Cherry Blossom Heaven: Over 1,000 cherry trees bloom in spring
- 🍁 Year-Round Beauty: Autumn foliage, summer greens, and winter calm
- 🏯 Traditional Japanese Garden: Featuring tea houses, ponds, and bridges
- 📷 Photo-Friendly: Gorgeous in every season
- 🧘♂️ Quiet & Calm: Great for walks, reading, or picnics
🎟️ Admission & Hours
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Adults | ¥500 |
| Seniors (65+) | ¥250 |
| Students | ¥250 |
| Children (0–15) | Free |
Opening Hours
🕒 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Last Entry: 3:30 PM)
❌ Closed on Mondays (or next day if Monday is a national holiday)
🎫 Tickets available at gate or online.
🚶 Access
- From Shinjuku Station (South Exit): 10-min walk
- From Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station (Marunouchi Line): 5-min walk
- From Sendagaya Station (JR Chuo Line): 5-min walk
🚻 Restrooms, vending machines, and maps are available throughout the park.
📸 Visitor Tips
- 🐾 No pets allowed
- 🥂 No alcohol or sports games
- 🍱 Picnics allowed in designated areas
- 📷 Tripod use may be restricted
- 🌐 English signs and maps available
🍴 Top 3 Restaurants Near Shinjuku Gyoen
1. Ain Soph. Journey – Shinjuku (Vegan/Organic)
- 🥗 Stylish vegan café with Japanese-inspired dishes
- 🌱 Great for healthy lunch or dessert
- 📍 3-8-9 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
- 🕒 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
2. Gyukatsu Motomura – Shinjuku (Beef Cutlet)
- 🥩 Famous for crispy beef cutlet cooked rare and seared at your table
- ⏱️ Popular spot—go early to avoid lines
- 📍 3-32-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
- 🕒 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
3. Tsukiji Kiyomura Sushi Zanmai – Shinjuku Higashiguchi (Sushi)
- 🍣 Fresh, reliable sushi chain with English menus
- 🧑🍳 Friendly for tourists, open 24/7
- 📍 3-18-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
- 🕒 Open 24 hours
📍 Address & Contact
Address
11 Naito-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan
Phone
📞 +81-3-3350-0151
Official Website
https://fng.or.jp/shinjuku/en/
✨ Looking for peace, nature, and tradition in Tokyo? Shinjuku Gyoen is the perfect spot to slow down and breathe in beauty.