Temple
Taiso-ji
Shinjuku•322m(4 min walk)
Shinjuku Gyoen
新宿御苑Shinjuku, Tokyo
Garden
What makes this place special?
At a Glance
Shinjuku Gyoen is a Tokyo garden where formal flower beds, broad lawns and Japanese pond landscapes meet.
Walk between the geometric formal garden, the open landscape garden and paths around the Japanese garden’s ponds. Large trees and seasonal planting change the views throughout the year, with plane-tree avenues providing another distinct setting. Choose the sections that interest you and allow time to walk between them. Check the official calendar before visiting, as seasonal opening times and closed days differ.
- Formal gardens and open lawns
- Japanese pond garden and seasonal trees
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How do I visit?
Admission
Regular hours: 15 March–30 September 09:00–18:00, last entry 17:30, except 11 June–31 July 09:00–19:00, last 18:30;1 October–14 March 09:00–16:30, last 16:00. Normally Monday closed, or next weekday after a holiday Monday;29 December–3 January closed. Open Mondays 25 March–24 April and 1–15 November. Structured calendar is reviewed for 2026 April–December only; recheck later years. Special early opening is separate. Adults¥500;65+ and students high-school or above¥250 with proof; junior-high and younger free; disability ID holder+one carer free. General groups 30+¥400, no prior application. Cherry-blossom timed reservations may be announced; no universal advance-booking day count.
- Adult
- ¥500
- Elderly
- ¥250
- High School Student
- ¥250
- Elementary/Junior High
- ¥0
- Visitors with disabilities
- ¥0
Know before you go
Check the official calendar for your date and arrive before last entry. Bring proof for concessions. Alcohol and pets are prohibited, except assistance dogs.
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