Shinjuku-Gyōen (Shinjuku Park)

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  • Address
    11 Naito-chō, Shinjuku-ku
  • Phone
    3350 0151
  • Website
  • Transport
    underground rail: Marunouchi Line to Shinjuku-gyōenmae (exit 1)

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Lonely Planet review

Though Shinjuku-gyōen was designed as an imperial retreat (completed 1906), it's now definitively a park for everyone. The wide lawns and diverse design (the garden applies French, English and Japanese horticultural principles) make it a favourite for urbanites in need of a quick escape. To make an afternoon of it, head for the east side where the glassed-in greenhouse displays subtropical waterlilies the size of party platters.

Alternatively, park yourself in the southern part of the park in the traditional teahouse. Expect lots of company during cherry-blossom season, though, Shinjuku Park is easily one of top sakura viewing spots in Tokyo.