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Parks & Gardens

Yamashita Park

A Relaxing Spot that Faces Yokohama Port.

Yokohama / Parks & Gardens / Park

Ueno Park

The Famous Largest-Scale Cherry Blossom Spot in Tokyo

Ueno / Parks & Gardens / Park

• 20 Mar 2019

  Enjoy Cherry Blossoms and Gourmet Food on a Tram This Spring in Tokyo!

  Cherry blossoms herald in spring in Japan. In Tokyo, they begin to bloom in late March. This article will introduce a sightseeing plan for Tokyo that combines cherry blossom viewing and gourmet foods in a ride on “Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line),” which takes an efficient route through great cherry blossom locations!

• 5 Apr 2017

  Recommended trip routes to explore Tokyo by streetcar

  When traveling in Tokyo, it is convenient to utilize public transportation. If you use a discount service such as “Toei One-day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu)” that grants you unlimited access to Toei transportation (including Toei Subway, Toei Bus, Toden streetcar and such), you will receive great amount of discount too. This time, we want to tell you about a Tokyo stroll utilizing “Toden Arakawa line” streetcar.

Shinjuku Gyoen

A Beautiful Garden with Seasonal Flora and Historic Buildings

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens / Garden

• 17 Sep 2020

  41 Things to Do in Shinjuku, Tokyo

  Shinjuku is a huge town with its large skyscrapers, commercial facilities, and huge entertainment district. Along with the latest trends, you can enjoy visiting the traditional shrines and natural attractions. What if you want to play? Want to eat? Want to explore? Want to learn? Here’s a list of 41 entertaining locations in Shinjuku from mainstream to less-known areas that are a must-visit when in Shinjuku.

• 18 Mar 2018

  List of all must-visit hanami spots in Tokyo！

  The cherry trees in Tokyo are expected to be in full bloom on April 8th of 2023. The 1 to 2 weeks since then will see the most exquisite beauty of cherry blossoms. The must-visit hamami (“cherry blossom viewing”) spots in Tokyo are listed here for your reference. We wish you a pleasant hanami tour.

• 1 Mar 2016

  Must-visit Cherry Blossoms viewing spot, Shinjuku-Gyoen (Shinjuku-ku of Tokyo).

  Shinjuku-Gyoen is one of the largest park in Tokyo and just a short walk from Shinjuku-Gyoen Station（しんじゅくぎょえんまえ） on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.

Meiji Jingu Gaien (Outer Garden)

Sporting a Variety of Athletic Facilities, its Ginkgo Avenue is Famous

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens / Garden

Onuma Quasi National Park

The only quasi-national park in southern Hokkaido where unique native animals and plants can be seen.

Hokkaido / Parks & Gardens / Park

• 30 Sep 2017

  List of Seven Must-Visit Spots in Hakodate

  As one of the most attractive cities in Japan, Hakodate boasts seemingly countless places of interest. The Hokkaido Shinkansen opened in 2016 has enabled easier access to Hakodate: it takes only 4.5 hours to get to Hakodate from Tokyo and only 2 hours from Aomori. Seven must-visit places of interest in Hakodate are recommended to you. We wish you a pleasant tour of Hakodate!

Ashikaga Flower Park

A paradise of flowers and lights. And in this place, its greatest gift: a stunning tunnel of great wisterias

Ashikaga / Parks & Gardens / Flower Park

• 9 Mar 2021

  Watch, Eat, and Experience! Sightseeing Guide for Kiryu and Ashikaga, Possible Even as a Day Trip from Tokyo!

  The Kiryu and Ashikaga areas are accessible from Tokyo even for just a day trip, and not only are they great places to enjoy activities surrounded by beautiful nature, but they also offer plenty of places to take in, including nostalgic old townscapes and power spots!

• 29 Aug 2019

  Ashikaga Flower Park “Hikari no Hana no Niwa”

  Ashikaga Flower Park is a flower theme park located in Tochigi Prefecture’s Ashikaga City,around 80 kilometers from Tokyo.Flowers are available for viewing year-round in the park’s 92,000 square-meter area.During the winter event “Hikari no Hana no Niwa,” the entire park is lit up with a colorful and beautiful illumination.

• 1 May 2019

  Four Must-visit Hanami Spots in the Suburbs of the Kanto Region during the Golden Week

  Japanese people enjoy several continuous days of holiday between late April and early May, which are called the Golden Week in Japan. Then various regions of Japan will be bustling with crowded vacationers. Our careful selection finds that, in the suburbs of the Kanto region, the following four hanami spots seem most worth your visit during the Golden Week.

Nara Park

A popular park in Japan.

Nara / Parks & Gardens / Park

Rikugien Gardens

Along with Koishikawa Korakuen, this is one of Tokyo's two Main Japanese Gardens

Sugamo / Parks & Gardens / Garden

• 23 Jan 2019

  Tokyo’s Rikugi-en – Illumination of Weeping Cherry Blossoms and Daimyo Teien

  Rikugi-en is one of Japan’s Nationally Designated Places of Scenic Beauty. This traditional Japanese garden was built by Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu, favored retainer of shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi. The spring event “Illumination of Weeping Cherry Blossoms and Daimyo Teien” will once again be held this year.

• 2 Nov 2016

  See Tokyo’s autumn leaves at the peak of their beauty this November, and upload your photos to your SNS!

  In cooperation with major electronics retailer, Yamada Denki, we've used this media to keep you in the loop with the latest info on events and must-see spots.

• 4 Mar 2016

  Must-visit Cherry Blossoms viewing spot, Rikugienn Gardens (Bunkyō-ku of Tokyo).

  We have provided several reports for cherry blossoms in 2015 and promised will offer special series based on popular locations for cherry blossoms across Japan. This time we would like to introduce you is Rikugienn Gardens where is located in Bunkyō-ku of Tokyo.

Maruyama Park (Kyoto)

The Gion weeping cherry trees that stand by the pond are one of the best photo spots in Kyoto.

Kyoto / Parks & Gardens / Park

• 1 Feb 2023

  [Kyoto Cherry Blossom Viewing Tour] Spring in full bloom!

  If you feel a hint of spring, why don't you go to Kyoto?Cherry blossoms in Kyoto usually begin blooming around the end of March and are at their best from early to mid-April. Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is known for its elegant scenery. Enjoy walking around the historic shrines and temples and the streets where you can feel the careful lifestyle of the people and visit the best cherry blossom viewing spots.

Kenroku-en

A garden developed by Daimyo (feudal lord) that conveys the glory of Kaga Hyakumangoku to this day.

Ishikawa / Parks & Gardens / Garden, Scenic spot, Historic site

• 21 Nov 2022

  Experience Samurai Martial Arts in Kanazawa! Model Itinerary for 3 days/2 nights

  During the Edo period (1600-1868), the Kaga domain, known as “Kaga Hyakumangoku” (Kaga one-million goku), was the second largest Taihan (domain with over 10,000 goku area granted by the Shogun during the Edo period) after the Shogun Tokugawa families. Kanazawa, the capital of the Kaga domain, inherited this history and still retains a strong trace of samurai culture.

Kokyo Gaien National Garden

A Park Boasting the Beautiful Contrast of City Buildings and Nature

Tokyo Station Neighborhood / Parks & Gardens / Park

Ikuta Ryokuchi Park

Tokyo suburb of the natural landscape area, equipped with cultural facilities of unique charms

Kawasaki / Parks & Gardens / Park

Showa Kinen Park

On Vast Grounds, Greenery and Seasonal Flowers Decorate this National Park

Hachioji / Parks & Gardens / Park

• 5 Apr 2019

  In Tokyo, Visit Manpaku, a Major Food Festival in the Kanto Region!

  To satisfy any cravings you have, there's a huge food event in Tokyo called Manpaku. Not limited to any one type of food, it offers a wide selection of items on the menu that can be eaten outdoors.

• 2 Mar 2019

  Introducing a Lovely Well-Kept-Secret of a Cherry Blossom Viewing Location in Tokyo! Upload Photos to Social Media in Real Time!

  We’ll be introducing 3 cherry blossom viewing locations in Tokyo that shouldn’t have big crowds! We’ll also introduce a convenient and cheap pre-paid SIM card so you can post your photos of the beautiful scenery to social media in real time!

• 21 Apr 2016

  “Large orange and golden carpet” made by Iceland poppy, rapeflower, and Nemophila! Please come and visit the Showa Kinen Park (Tachikawa-shi of Tokyo).

  Showa Kinen Park is located in Tachikawa-shi where is out of central Tokyo, and is a park comprises about 160 hectares of completed area.

Sengan-en

A garden loved by the feudal lords and ladies of the daimyo.

Kagoshima / Parks & Gardens / Japanese Gardens

Kiyosumi Gardens

The garden has a reputation for the beauty of the harmony of famous stones and pine trees collected from all over Japan, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of Japan in a circular fountain garden.

Kiyosumi Shirakawa / Parks & Gardens / Japanese-style Garden

• 24 Mar 2021

  Tokyo Koto-ku Complete Travel Guide

  Koto-ku is located in the center of Tokyo and has excellent access. In addition, Koto-ku has many attractive sightseeing spots. From the latest fashionable spots to temples, shrines, and shopping streets where you feel the history.

Ritsurin Garden

The Highest-Ranked Park in the French Travel Guidebook, Michelin Green Guide Japan

Kagawa / Parks & Gardens / The Park

• 23 Feb 2021

  A Complete Travel Guide to Takamatsu! From Classic Spots to Hidden Gems, Gourmet Foods to Souvenirs!

  Kagawa Prefecture is so famous for its udon that it is sometimes called “Udon Prefecture.” Its “sanuki udon,” a chewy and springy type of udon, is particularly popular. At the heart of Kagawa Prefecture is Takamatsu City, which is not only home to many delicious udon restaurants, but also to plenty of great tourist spots, including Ritsurin Garden, which was given 3 stars in the French travel guidebook “Michelin Green Guide Japan.” This time, we will be introducing the highlights of Takamatsu.

Gappo Park

This is a nationally unique seaside park in an urban area where visitors can enjoy cherry blossom viewing, sports, and swimming.

Aomori / Parks & Gardens

Kema Sakuranomiya Park

An urban park along the riverbank with 4,800 cherry trees.

Osaka / Parks & Gardens

Kajo Park

The magnificent ruins of the castle and the pretty cherry blossoms are a magnificent sight.

Yamagata / Parks & Gardens

Hanahaku Memorial Park Tsurumi Ryokuchi

An urban park where visitors can enjoy abundant greenery, seasonal flowers, and a full range of leisure activities on a vast site.

Osaka / Parks & Gardens

Banna Park

A forest park with views from several observation decks.

Okinawa Remote Islands / Parks & Gardens / 自然公園

Kuju Flower Park

The vast blooming space with 5 million flowers in 500 species throughout the year on the 220,000m² ground.

Oita / Parks & Gardens / Park

Kyoto Gyoen

The park is centered around the palace where emperors have lived for more than 500 years.

Kyoto / Parks & Gardens / Park

Osaka Castle Park

Osaka Castle’s tower is at the heart of this Park with multi facilities and concert / event halls.

Osaka / Parks & Gardens / Park, historical site

• 18 Sep 2022

  17 Best things to do in Osaka, Japan

  The metropolis, Osaka, is full of tourist / gourmet spots, it is hard to choose from. Here is our recommendation for first-time visitors to Osaka, a comprehensive list of appealing sight-seeing spots, gourmet eateries, inns, souvenir shops and events.

Kaiseizan Park

A city park for citizens to relax and enjoy, famous as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in the prefecture.

Fukushima / Parks & Gardens