Yoyogi-koen Park is one of Tokyo’s largest parks. With its vast forested grounds and vibrant events space, it’s great for outdoor activities, people-watching, or just getting a dose of greenery.
Yoyogi-koen Park - image © Florentyna Leow
Despite having fewer in the way of cherry trees than other spots in Tokyo, Yoyogi Park one of the metropolis’s most popular hanami spots - simply because it’s a relaxed and convivial gathering space. Thousands descend on its grounds in spring, making the park a non-stop cherry blossom party - at least for a few brief days.
Yoyogi-koen Park - image © Florentyna Leow
At any time of the year, though, one of the best reasons to visit Yoyogi-koen Park is simply to observe Tokyo’s inhabitants. The weekends in particular are rich with life and activity. You might see groups of young break-dancers practicing under the bridge near the main thoroughfare, or street performers and circus practitioners near the central fountain.
On the NHK side of Yoyogi Park is the events square, which plays host to what seems like a different festival, food fair, or flea market every other weekend. Think Brazilian cultural festivals, Indian food stalls, Tokyo Pride, antique markets, a St. Patrick’s Day parade. If you can think of it, it’s probably been done.
English name:
Yoyogi Park
Japanese name:
代々木公園
English address:
2-1 Yoyogikamizono-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 151-0052
Japanese address:
〒151-0052 東京都渋谷区代々木神園町2-1
Opening hours:
24h
Admission:
free
Nearest Transport:
Train: 3-minute walk from Omote-sando exit of Harajuku Station on the JR Yamanote line.
Subway: 3-minute walk from exit 4 of Yoyogi-koen Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda line.
Nearest Hotels:
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Telephone:
+81-3-3469-6081
Website:
Official Website (English of the machine translation)
Near To Here:
Yoyogi-koen Park is located in Tokyo's Harajuku And Aoyama district. See our complete list of things to do in Harajuku And Aoyama, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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