Chidorigafuchi Park

Chidorigafuchi is hands down our ultimate favorite sakura spot! 🌸💖 Nowhere else in Tokyo is more beautiful than Chidorigafuchi! Another lucky coincidence that we came here on the last day of the sakura festival, as there weren't that many people. We planned to come here a week before, but it was raining for days. Good thing we waited for that beautiful, sunny day. Definitely coming back here in the future. Tips: - The best route is from the exit of Kudanshita Station. - There are approximately 1,000 sakura trees. According to their billboard, you can donate to the park if you want to help protect these poor trees from the effects of climate change. - According to the signs, you can't use tripod. - The line for the boat is already long when we passed by at 8am. They start operations at 9am. - Night lights turn on from sunset to 10pm.

Although the park is located a bit far from the city center, the distance is well worth it. One of the things I appreciated most was that it wasn’t overly crowded, which made the whole experience feel more peaceful and enjoyable. Out of all the parks I visited in Tokyo, this one easily had the most stunning scenery—lush greenery, serene water views, and beautifully maintained landscapes that felt almost like stepping into a painting. The air was noticeably fresh and clean, adding to the overall sense of calm. I highly recommend trying the boating experience here—it was both relaxing and fun, offering a unique way to take in the natural beauty of the park. It’s definitely a hidden gem and a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Sakura Walkway by the River🌸🛶🦆 • A peaceful spot for a seasonal walk during cherry blossom time! • Be sure to check the weather—sunny days enhance the atmosphere significantly. • While the overall view is pleasant, there are only a few standout spots for photos. Most sections of the path look quite similar, so don’t expect a wide variety of scenic points. Still worth a visit if you’re nearby and enjoy sakura strolls.

This one is another beautiful park to visit in Tokyo to view Cherry blossom. Visited it on 7th April afternoon. The view of Cherry blossom along the Hanzo moat was simply magical. From the park, the path leading to the Imperial Palace east garden is a nice walk and in the evenings the cherry blossom glowing in the light is another unforgettable experience. Even without cherry blossom the walk along the moat in the evening is quite nice.

We visited during cherry blossom season, and it was absolutely beautiful. I’m not sure what it’s like the rest of the year, but our experience at that time was amazing. You can’t reserve boat tickets in advance (at least not that I saw), so it’s first come, first served. We waited in line to get a scheduled time and were lucky to get a slot just 45 minutes out—which was great! We had expected to wait much longer, possibly even needing to return in the evening. My tip: arrive early and have a few other things planned nearby so you can adjust based on what time slot you get. Even if you don’t end up boating, the area itself is gorgeous and definitely worth a visit.

Walked through the park just before peak blossoms had arrived (April 1). It's a small park, but we included it on our walk around the entire Imperial Palace park. Enjoyed the views of the moat.

Many full bloom Sakura trees can be seen despite rainy weather. The moat is especially beautiful. Probably Sakura is at its peak now.

Today was my first visit: Spring 30 March 2025. The sakura trees are 95% full blooms here in Chidorigafuchi Park. It was as magical as expected. It’s can get very crowded, and the local official can be around to redirect walking traffic to one way path. Go there as early in the day as possible to have more space for photo. In Japan, chidori, meaning “thousand birds” and gafuchi mean “plover’s pond”