Shinjuku Gyoen

Posted on 14 May 2009 by supergaijin

Shinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo’s largest parks on 58 acres. It is a traditional style park with large grassed areas for picnicing and relaxing. It is a popular spot during Hanami. There is also a greenhouse. This is a lovely sedate park where you can get away from the city for a quiet afternoon.

How to get there: 10 minute walk from New South Exit of Shinjuku Station. KeepĀ  walking past Takashimaya and Kinokuniya to find the entrance.
Admission Fee: 200 yen
Opening Hours: 9:00 to 16:30 (closed Mondays)

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