Hamarikyu Gardens - Tokyo

Another oasis in this busy city is how you could describe Hamarikyu and its beautiful gardens. Located a few meters away from the busy Shiodome business area, surrounded by buildings and nearby the mouth of the Sumida River, this garden is a typical Daimyo garden from the Edo period.

Opened to the public in April 1946 this 250,165m2 landscaped garden features many ponds including a tidal pond where fresh seawater enters from the nearby river, giving a unique touch to this hidden paradise.

Unfortunately, it’s not free, and you will need to pay 300 Yen to enter this park. Once you are in, the Hamarikyu Gardens feature three main attractions with a gorgeous tea house, the Nakajima No Ochaya, a large picnic area and a stunning flower field that attract thousands of people yearly to enjoy a rare view within the busy streets of Tokyo.

Finally, if you are fortunate enough, we strongly advise you to stay at the Conrad Hotel and ask for a room with a view overlooking this garden to make your stay in Japan really unique!