Shinjuku Gyoen in Tokyo

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Facts & Figures

Shinjuku Gyoen is with 58.3 hectares and a circumference of 3.5km one of the larger parks in Tokyo. Experience the Ultimate Japanese Hospitality at a Tokyo Ryokan.
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• Shinjuku Gyoen
• Opening Hours - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm – (Gates close at 4:30 pm)
• Closing Days - on Mondays, from Dec. 29 till Jan. 3
• Admission Fee - Adults: 200yen, Juniors: 50yen

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History

During the Edo period Lord Naita (a "Daimyo" - feudal lord) created on his property the Shinjuku Gyoen. In 1903 the Imperial Family became the new owner of the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. The park opened for the public in 1949.

Sightseeing spots

Top:

Greenhouse - open since Nov. 2012 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, enjoy over 1700 tropical- and subtropical plants

Japanese Teahouse - open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Hanami - best place to enjoy the Cherry blossom season in Tokyo

Nearby:

Shinjuku Station - busiest station in the world

Festival & Events (dates can change without notice)

October

Mori no Takigi Noh
Noh-theater stage show accompanied by flutes and hand drums. The Park is closed for the public on this day. Please enter the park through the Okido gate.