Mukōjima-Hyakkaen Garden

What it is

• A metropolitan garden in Sumida Ward, Tokyo.
• Originated from an Edo period flower garden.
• Opened as a public facility in July 1939.
• Designated a national Place of Scenic Beauty and Historic Site.

What to see

• Early spring plum blossoms.
• Autumn bush clover.
• Birthplace of the Sumida River Seven Lucky Gods pilgrimage.
• Fukurokuju enshrined within the garden.
• 29 stone monuments and plaques.

When to go

• Early spring for plum blossoms.
• Autumn for bush clover.

Getting there

• Accessible by Tobu Skytree Line.
• Accessible by Keisei Oshiage Line.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.