Before leaving Nagoya, I spent an afternoon in this garden…

People say Nagoya is a boring city, but I don't think so. It can satisfy the shopping desires of ordinary tourists, as almost all popular items can be easily found here. It can also save a soul who wants to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, connect with nature, and regain lost energy and vitality 🍃

If you don't want to go too far from the city center, take a walk to Tokugawa Garden. As the back garden of the Tokugawa family, Tokugawa Garden has a traditional Japanese stroll garden. If you go in early summer, you can catch the scene of hydrangeas and maple leaves in the same frame. Even in midsummer, it won't be too hot under the shade of the dense trees.

There are pavilions every short distance to provide rest, shade, and mosquito repellent for self-spraying. Mosquito coils and small fans are also thoughtfully prepared. I have to say that Japanese scenic spots are really meticulous in terms of humane care.

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• Hydrangea Path (full bloom in early June, with blue and purple flowers against the gravel path)
• Kansento Observation Deck (panoramic view of the Japanese garden)
• Stone Bridge Waterfall & Ryusen Lake Wooden Bridge & Swan Garden

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✔️Tickets are JPY 300 & admission stops at 5pm, closed every Monday
✔️Remember to wear comfortable shoes. Most of the paths in the garden are paved with stone slabs.

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① Take the Nagoya City Bus [Kan 2] from Nagoya Station directly to the south gate of Tokugawa Garden.
② Take the JR Chuo Line from Nagoya Station, get off at [Ozone Station], and walk for 10 minutes.

In this 300-year-old garden, I found a breathing rhythm outside the city. If you are willing to spend a little more time, the surrounding Magome-juku and Tsumago-juku can also give you a good feel for the Edo period.

Post by Mitchell Noah27Noah | Mar 2, 2025