Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden transforms into a tapestry of fiery colour as its ginkgo, zelkova, and liquidambar trees peak in late November. The spacious lawns and formal French and English garden sections frame the foliage against a manicured backdrop rarely matched in urban Japan. Entry fees are minimal and the garden's central location makes it an effortless half-day escape. Tea-house visits inside the garden add a serene cultural layer to the autumn stroll.
- Type
- Venue
- Category
- Autumn Leaves
- Season
- Autumn
- Month
- Late November–Early December
- Region
- Kanto
- Prefecture
- Tokyo
- City
- Shinjuku
Highlights
- ◆700+ maple and ginkgo trees across multiple garden styles
- ◆Rare tranquillity inside one of Tokyo's largest parks
- ◆Traditional Japanese tea-house surrounded by autumn colour
- ◆Easy access from Shinjuku and Sendagaya stations