Parks and gardens in 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.

Parks and Gardens of Tokyo and Kanagawa — Map

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Hamarikyu Gardens

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

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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,…

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Sankei-en

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

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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…

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Odaiba Beach

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

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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.

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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.

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Tokyo Sea Life Park

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

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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…

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Mikasa Park

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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追浜公園

A municipal sports park in Yokosuka housing the Yokosuka Stadium, which is used as a home field for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars' minor league team.

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