Autumn 2016: Revisiting Showa Kinen Park

Visit Date: 11/13/2016 (Best viewing Time: early November to early December)

The Showa Memorial Park 昭和記念公園 in Tachikawa is typically one of the first few places in Tokyo to see autumn colors. The Japanese garden in the park is one of the best places to see a beautiful canvas of colors.

autumn2016_showakinenpark01 People crowding the bridge near the garden entrance.

autumn2016_showakinenpark02 Lots of visitors are queuing for this view.

autumn2016_showakinenpark03 View from the other side of the bridge.

autumn2016_showakinenpark04 Another popular area in the garden.

autumn2016_showakinenpark05 Red and yellow maple leaves.

autumn2016_showakinenpark06 Different shades of autumn.

autumn2016_showakinenpark07 Small Falls giving a ‘forest feel’ in the garden.

autumn2016_showakinenpark08 Across the wooden bridge.

autumn2016_showakinenpark09 Beautiful fall colors reflected on the water.

autumn2016_showakinenpark10 Lucky gal taking the scenery all by herself.


Useful Info:

Contact Info: Address: 3173 Midori-cho Tachikawa City, Tokyo 〒190-0014
Telephone: 042-528-1751
Website: www.showakinen-koen.jp
Park Hours:  Jan – Oct: 9:30 to 17:00 | Nov – Dec: 9:30 to 16:30
 Admission: General                                     Groups
Adult: ¥410                               Adult: ¥290
Child (6-15): ¥80                      Child (6-15): ¥50
over 65: ¥210                           over 65: ¥210

Access:

Access from Shinjuku to Showa Kinen Park