Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo Garden

The basics

Dotted with seasonal flowers, 500-year-old trees, and a 3-story pagoda that dates back to the 9th century, this magical garden is a treasure trove of natural and man-made beauty. Superstitious travelers can attract good luck by searching for the seven lucky god statues. It’s highly recommended that you check the schedule before a visit to find out when the garden is hosting its mist garden displays, a time when the garden becomes shrouded with a blanket of ocean-like mist.

Things to know before you go

• The hotel building is barrier-free, but there are some steps in the garden. Staff is available to help wheelchair users by preparing a slope.

• There are baby strollers available. As these are in limited supply, please inform the hotel in advance if you wish to use them.

• The hotel staff can speak English.

• The garden takes roughly 30 minutes to walk around if taking a stroll.

• There are multiple on-site restaurants, as well as a shop selling seasonal cakes and sweets.

How to get there

It’s easy to get to Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo on the Tokyo Metro. The nearest station is Edogawabashi Station (served by the Yurakucho Line), which is roughly an 8-minute walk on foot if you take Exit 1A and walk across the Edogawa Bridge. Alternatively, Gokokuji Station is around a 10-minute walk away.

When to get there

Stunning throughout the year, it’s always a good time to visit Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo’s spectacular garden. Travelers flock to see the cherry blossoms in spring and changing colors of the fall foliage, so if visiting during these seasons, it’s best to arrive early in the morning to beat the big crowds.

Places to visit near Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo

Located in central Tokyo’s Bunkyō ward, there are plenty of interesting landmarks near Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo—especially gardens and historical sites that date back to the Edo period. If visiting in spring, Edogawa Park is a fantastic spot to view cherry blossoms. For charming alleyways, shrines, cafés, and shops, visit the nearby Kagurazaka district. Another notable nearby landmark is St. Mary's Cathedral.