This is a walking experience centered around Koishikawa Korakuen in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. ⸻ 【Koishikawa Korakuen】The Beauty of Edo and

This is a walking experience centered around Koishikawa Korakuen in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo🍁✨

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🍃【Koishikawa Korakuen】Experience the beauty and tranquility of Edo in Tokyo’s hidden garden, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo

📍 Koishikawa Korakuen (1-6-6 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku)
A 5-minute walk from the bustling Tokyo Dome City.
Once you step inside, you enter a different world where the calm and refined beauty from the Edo period still breathes. Time flows slowly here, unlike in the city center.

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🌸 Seasonal Highlights
• Spring: The weeping cherry and Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms reflected on the pond’s surface create a stunning view
• Early summer: Iris flowers in full bloom in the iris garden add a touch of Japanese color
• Autumn: The maple forest turns into a gradient of red and yellow, offering many photo spots
• Winter: The beauty of pine trees, stone arrangements, and snow suspenders stands out, allowing you to fully enjoy the garden’s composition

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🏯 Points of Interest
• Daisensui Pond: A pond modeled after China’s West Lake, with a mirror-like surface reflecting the changing seasons
• Engetsukyo Bridge: A Chinese-style bridge that looks like a full moon when reflected in the water. A great spot for Instagram photos
• Inner Garden and Tokujindo Ruins: A quiet space where you can feel a glimpse of the lifestyle of Edo feudal lords
• Tomon Gate and Plum Grove: A fusion of Japanese and Chinese cultures embodying a balance of exoticism and Japanese beauty

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📝 Mini Knowledge
• Created in 1629 as the Edo residence garden of the Mito Tokugawa family. Later completed by the second lord, Tokugawa Mitsukuni (Mito Komon).
• “Koraku” is a word taken from the Chinese text "Yueyang Tower Record," expressing the Confucian ideal of “enjoying after the people’s enjoyment.”

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📸 Recommended Photography & Experiences
• A shot combining the Tokyo Skytree viewed across the pond = “Fusion of Edo and modern times”
• Sitting on a bench drinking matcha while watching the koi swimming in the pond for a moment of calm
• Walking quietly while listening mindfully to the sound of gravel paths and birdsong

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🕐 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry 4:30 PM)
💴 Admission: 300 yen for adults (150 yen for 65 and older) *Free for elementary and junior high school students living in Tokyo
🚉 Nearest Stations: Within a 10-minute walk from Korakuen Station, Iidabashi Station, and Suidobashi Station

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💬 Comment Club
• “A hidden garden behind Tokyo Dome, filled with Edo elegance and seasonal beauty.”
• “Walking around Koishikawa Korakuen is like stepping into a tranquil painting.”
• “Cherry blossoms in spring and fiery maples in autumn—this garden is timeless.”

📸🎡🎢【A Day of Fun & Relaxation at Tokyo Dome City】Urban entertainment spot directly connected to Korakuen Station

📍 Directly connected to Korakuen Station (Marunouchi Line, Namboku Line)
Right in the heart of Tokyo, the moment you get off the train, you enter an extraordinary world. Just outside the station spreads Tokyo Dome City, symbolized by a giant Ferris wheel and roller coaster. Its excellent access is a big attraction!

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🎠 Tokyo Dome City Attractions (Free admission)

An urban amusement park with rides ranging from thrilling to kid-friendly. “Thunder Dolphin” is a thrilling roller coaster that races between buildings.
From the Ferris wheel “Big-O,” you can get a panoramic view of the city center. The illuminated night view is perfect for dates.

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🛁 Spa LaQua

When tired from walking, refresh yourself at the spa. It features natural hot springs, bedrock baths, and rest areas, creating a healing space unlike any other in the city.
It’s a relaxation spot where women can feel safe spending time alone.

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🍽 Dining & Shopping (LaQua & Meets Port)

LaQua offers a wide variety of restaurants including Italian, Korean, and Japanese cuisine.
Before and after Tokyo Dome concerts and games, it gets crowded with many visitors. Meets Port also has plenty of cafes and sweets shops.

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🏟 Live Shows or Baseball Games at Tokyo Dome!

Tokyo Dome, where Giants games and famous artist concerts are held, is truly the “center of excitement.”
Even on days without events, there are plenty of attractions like the Dome Hotel, merchandise shops, and the Baseball Hall of Fame Museum.

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📸 Recommended Photo Spots:
• Selfies with the Ferris wheel and roller coaster in the background
• The soothing illuminated zone in front of Spa LaQua’s entrance
• Posing in front of Tokyo Dome wearing a concert T-shirt!

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🕐 Reference Opening Hours (subject to change):
• Tokyo Dome City Attractions: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Spa LaQua: 11:00 AM – 9:00 AM next day (late-night fees apply)
• Dining & Shopping: Varies by store (mostly 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

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💬 Comment Club
• “You can’t believe this amusement park is in the middle of Tokyo. Big-O Ferris wheel is a must!”
• “Relaxing at Spa LaQua after a roller coaster ride—perfect balance of thrill and chill.”
• “Whether it’s a concert, a game or just a date, Tokyo Dome City is always alive.”

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