Tokyo Bay

Parks and Gardens of Tokyo and Kanagawa

This collection highlights the diverse green spaces surrounding Tokyo Bay, ranging from historic Edo-period 'daimyo' gardens like Hamarikyu and Former Shibarikyu to expansive modern waterfront parks. The list includes Yokohama’s Sankei-en with its relocated architectural treasures, specialized facilities like the Ariake Tennis Forest, and unique locations such as Ukishimacho Park, known for its proximity to Haneda Airport runways. These sites offer a mix of traditional Japanese landscaping, disaster-prevention education, and panoramic coastal views.

Hamarikyu Gardens

Hama-rikyū Gardens is a metropolitan garden in Chūō ward, Tokyo, Japan.

Former Shibarikyu Gardens

The Kyū Shiba Rikyū Garden, also known as Kyū Shiba Rikyū Onshi Teien is a public garden and former imperial garden in Minato ward, Tokyo,…

Sankei-en

Sankei-en is a traditional Japanese-style garden in Naka Ward, Yokohama, Japan, which opened in 1906.

Yamashita Park

Founded in 1923, this public park stretching alongside the city's waterfront and the bay bridge is a great place to enjoy a morning stroll…

Odaiba Beach

Though swimming is forbidden on this beach, it still makes for a romantic walk, especially in the evening.

Ariake Tennis Forest Park

A major tennis complex in Koto Ward featuring the Ariake Coliseum. It served as a key venue for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic tennis events and hosts various international tournaments.

Tokyo Water Wide Area Disaster Reduction Park

A 13.2-hectare disaster prevention hub in Ariake. It houses the 'Sona Area Tokyo' facility, where visitors can participate in earthquake survival simulations and learn about emergency management.

Tokyo Sea Life Park

Tokyo Sea Life Park is a public aquarium located in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo.

Kasai Rinkai Park

Kasai Rinkai Park is a park in Edogawa, Tokyo, Japan, it contains Diamond and flower ferris wheel, form the tallest ferris wheel in the…

Mikasa Park

Mikasa Park is a park located in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan.

Umikaze Park

Waterfront park in Yokosuka featuring a mountain bike course, skateboard park, and wall-climbing area. It offers direct views of Sarushima Island and the Tokyo Bay shipping lanes.

Inage Seaside Park

A coastal urban park in Chiba featuring Japan's first artificial beach, a yacht harbor, and the Chiba City Floral Museum. It is designated as one of Japan's top 100 white sand and pine tree landscapes.

Makuhari Seaside Park (Central Area)

Located in Makuhari New City, this central area features the Mihama-en Japanese garden, a traditional tea house, and expansive lawns used for international cultural events.

Ukishimacho Park

A seaside park in Kawasaki located directly opposite Haneda Airport. It is a noted destination for aviation photography due to its clear views of aircraft taking off and landing.

Keihinjima Tsubasa Park

A maritime park in Ota Ward situated along the canal facing Haneda Airport’s Runway B, providing close-up views of airplane movements and the Tokyo skyline.

Ariake Nishi Port Park

A waterfront park in Koto Ward featuring a promenade with views of the Palette Town Ferris wheel and the large passenger ships docked at the neighboring terminal.

Yokohama Park

The second oldest Western-style park in Yokohama, established in 1875. It contains Yokohama Stadium and is known for its 160,000 tulips that bloom every spring.

田浦梅の里

A hillside park in Yokosuka containing over 2,000 plum trees. It is the primary site for the Taura Plum Festival held annually from February to March.

Tsukayama Park

A hilltop park in Yokosuka that houses the memorial to William Adams, the first Western samurai. It offers views of the Yokosuka Port and the Miura Peninsula.