What other travelers are saying about Kokyo Gaien National Garden
It's a beautiful garden in the center of Tokyo, and entrance is free! I went there for a walk. I strongly suggest you check the opening hours and days before going! The garden is huge! It's clean and well maintained; you can relax here, study, or eat.
Kokyo Gaien National Garden is a true oasis of calm in the heart of Tokyo. The contrast between the ancient pine trees, historic bridges, and the surrounding modern skyscrapers is simply stunning. I visited in the morning. The trees here are meticulously maintained by several groups. They trim them and use a large leaf blower to style them. It looks like they are giving the trees a haircut—it’s truly unique and amazing to watch.
A very beautiful park. Incredibly cozy when the cherry blossom season is almost over and there are not many tourists. Peace and quiet in every corner. Unusually many people jogging in the morning. One of the places that you simply must visit in Tokyo for relaxation.
A practical recommendation - avoid the close presence of Chinese tourist groups. In my case, I had to move to a quieter place in the garden to enjoy the peace and harmony.
Beautiful and peaceful, right in the middle of the city. Perfect balance of nature and open space, with great walking paths and views of the Imperial Palace. Easily one of my favorite calm spots in Tokyo.
Overall a nice garden, worth having a walk there.
The front area looking at the emperor’s house is a bit empty but offers a nice contrast between the numerous pines and skyscrapers.
The inside of the garden itself is beautifully maintained, with pretty trees, flowers and even some toads!
The garden is located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, surrounding the outer perimeter of the Imperial Palace. It is easily accessible from major stations like Tokyo Station and Nijubashi-mae Station.
Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the Imperial Palace's outer moat, Nijubashi Bridge, lush green lawns, and historical landmarks such as the Sakuradamon Gate and statues like Kusunoki Masashige. Seasonal flowers and trees also enhance the park’s beauty throughout the year.
No, entry to Kokyo Gaien National Garden is free, making it an affordable and relaxing place to visit for people of all ages.
While you cannot enter the Imperial Palace from the garden, you can see significant parts of its outer structure, such as the famous Nijubashi Bridge, the moat, and parts of the palace buildings from various vantage points within the park.
