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Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens

A historic Japanese garden in Tokyo, showcasing ponds, streams, landscaped hills, and elegant bridges; a tranquil oasis amidst urban surrounds.

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Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens is a must-visit for nature lovers exploring the World's Most Beautiful Botanic Gardens in Tokyo. Adorned with blooming cherry blossom trees, ornamental ponds and bridges, these gardens will leave you in awe with the serene beauty of traditional Japanese landscaping. The meticulously crafted trails offer a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo's metropolitan life, making it a perfect destination for tourists seeking tranquility and serenity in the heart of the city.

seeker 1 year ago

Koishikawa Korakuen Garden features a traditional garden design that lights up with flair come colder months, ruby red trees full of crispy leaves light up throughout the picturesque landscape. Almost 500 Japanese maple trees line the winding park roads, pigmented in distinct shades of cranberry red.

madeleineray 3 years ago

Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens Guides

  • Where To See Fall Foliage In Tokyo

    madeleineray (Madeleine Ray)
    Fall sweeps over Tokyo in a flurry of chestnut flavored desserts, heated vending machine drinks, and red-pigmented leaves dancing in a flurry throughout the city. In Japan the changing of seasons is significant, and the early signs of autumn leading into winter are to be cherished. Here are some gorgeous, sprawling city parks to explore while adventuring out in Tokyo. Take a breath away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan streets, and embrace the warm hues of red, orange, and yellow at these gorgeous destinations.
  • World's Most Beautiful Botanic Gardens

    seeker (Seeker Editors)
    Spend time engulfed in an awe-inspiring atmosphere that originates from being surrounded by massive amounts of carefully looked after plants. We wandered the sprawling grounds of plentiful flowers at The Royal Botanical Garden in England and sweat beneath the Arizona sun admiring oddly shaped cacti at the Desert Botanical Garden. Whether it's the aesthetic zen of rock gardens in Japan or well-kept orchard collections in Singapore, we chose a selection of our favorite gardens so you can have a safe bet for your itinerary.