Chidorigafuchi
Chidorigafuchi
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Neighbourhood: Yotsuya / Iidabashi
Yotsuya and Iidabashi are areas that developed around the outer moat of the Imperial palace. Nearby in Kagurazaka, there is an old red-light district with a photogenic feel evocative of the ambiance of old Tokyo. Narrow paths with stone paving remain to this day, and there are long-standing restaurants with geishas and quaint old cafes in townhouse buildings.
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Toru O
Setagaya, Japan1,932 contributions
Mar 2021
I came here to view the sakura with my friends in late March. Located near the Imperial Palace and Hanzomon station on the Tokyo Metro. There are cafes and restaurants lining the moat and would be a great dating spot for couples.
Written 5 January 2022
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Tiyesha
Clifton, NJ7 contributions
Mar 2021
A small park full of people and views of a corner of the palace (castle) gates that is limited. That is it. Nothing more in this place. Oh! and a few buildings in the distance. Tiny canoes in this river.
Written 28 March 2021
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PaulSiow
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia2,731 contributions
Mar 2019
We came here by train and had to walk about 15-20 mins from the station. We were hoping to check out the cherry blossoms but were disappointed as we were too early. This place is near the Imperial Palace.
Written 29 February 2020
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judarcy
Taree, Australia8 contributions
Oct 2019 • Friends
Had a wonderful visit to this beautiful village. A peek into traditional Japanese living and culture. A must see.
Written 29 October 2019
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olafoomes
Amstelveen, The Netherlands1,671 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
On the moat alongside the north-western side of Kitanomaru park a lot of rowing activities take place especially during the Sakura season. But also on the bank there is a path which offers the most scenic Sakura spot you can probably see in Tokyo, with an about 700 meter long tunnel of cherry trees in the spring. In the evening it is fully lighted which provides for a rather special atmosphere. An absolute Sakura highlight.
Written 16 July 2019
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Dr. Shibuyakko
Tokyo and California37,874 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
It's the best hanami spot in Tokyo. I love Meguro River too but Chidorigafuchi is more majestic. Try nigh time viewing too.
Written 23 June 2019
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joandee
KL87 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
If youre here for the cherry blossom, please dont miss this park. Go for the night park. It's breathtaking and there are a bus load of people but everyone is courteous. It's splendidly beautiful. We took a train over and asked for direction. Easy to get there.
Written 13 June 2019
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Dara-Khmer
Melbourne, Australia3,754 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
We missed the cherry blossoms but still visited and it’s a nice area. If your here in blossom season this would be a must
Written 13 May 2019
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Ogi0
Sofia, Bulgaria19,538 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
The place is very visited during the flowering of the cherry. The rest of the time is just a lake with an alley along it.
Written 12 May 2019
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Joan W
Vancouver, Canada853 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
We lucked out and hit a beautiful sunny day just as the blossoms hit their prime display. Seeing the trees lit up at night was very impressive.
Written 30 April 2019
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Jules_love
Ocean Reef, Australia70 contributions
Hi.
How do we book a boat ride, do you just get there and book on the spot?
Mai L
Las Vegas, NV
Will cherry blossoms still in bloom May 9th?
Unfortunately not. Depends on the year but usually it’s over by the second week of April (Tokyo). If you visit the north of Japan you might have the opportunity to be able to see it.
ReniGue
Las Vegas, NV118 contributions
Hello I will be in Tokyo April 1-4 . Will there be still some cherry blossoms left ??
JeffreyT_7293
Palo Alto, CA13 contributions
Yes!! Great time to be there🤗
chewyjuice
Singapore163 contributions
Hi, we are thinking of bringing our 15 months old daughter for the boat ride. Can she take the boat ride with us?
Is there any parking area?
Sandy L
Yokohama, Japan1 contribution
Not really, in general there is very little public parking in Tokyo and if it is available it is very pricey
Styllchan
San Francisco, CA
Do you have to pay to go in?
KailuaGranny
Oahu's Windward Coast, HI66 contributions
No; it is a short walk from the subway station and is basically a walkway along the moat of the Imperial Palace. There is a boat
ride you can do which I believe will cost you something. I don't know what the fee was as we didn't try as there was a line. It
was in the middle of cherry blossom season. Many many people walking, eating snacks and enjoying the ambiance.
How's this garden during end of August? Is it still worth going?
izakkapi
San Jose, CA150 contributions
In august its just a Moat surounded by water it may be nice if you take a boat and row it in the canal a bit other that that its nothing special. Beter go to Shinjuku Gyoen and Hie shrine finish off in Askusa temple.
Mj L
1 contribution
How is this garden during Fall season?
I will be travelling around late November, is it a great place to see the autumn leaves?
SmileyPic
Tokyo1,885 contributions
In autumn, foliage colours are not as impressive in the garden, compared to spring time sakura blooming week. Still a nice garden to stroll in, though. Might catch some colours in between.
Mj L
1 contribution
How is this garden during Fall season?
I will be travelling around late November, is it a great place to see the autumn leaves?
mat_mak
Tokyo Prefecture, Japan5,900 contributions
Fall season at Chidoriga Fuchi is also nice. Usually end of November is good to see colored trees. however, the best season of coloring trees depends on weather and air temperature this year.
D4V1D_Law
Penang, Malaysia29 contributions
Is it still a good time for cherry blossom viewing at Chidorigafuchi this weekend (8 & 9 April, 2017)? Are the flowers still in full bloom?
What time does the park closes?
shockbn
Nagoya, Japan62 contributions
Guess around Apr. 3 to 6 will be cherry's full bloom in Tokyo. Apr. 8, although the time will little bit late from full bloom, you'll enjoy flower's pedals falling like snow. The time, its a kind of wlak way and so you don't need afraid closing.
Chidorigafuchi (Chiyoda) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Chidorigafuchi
- We recommend booking Chidorigafuchi tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 5 Chidorigafuchi tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Chidorigafuchi:
- Private Tour - History, Art and Nature at the Imperial Palace (From HK$558.11)
- Cherry Blossom Tour Tokyo with a Local Guide: Custom & Private (From HK$2,420.91)
- Tokyo Cherry Blossoms blooming spots E-bike 3 hour Tour (From HK$521.37)
- Tokyo Self-Guided Audio Tour (From HK$47.10)
- Cherry blossom tour in Tokyo (From HK$919.98)
- Hotels near Chidorigafuchi:
- (0.33 km) Reyado Hotel Kudan
- (0.93 km) Sakura Hotel Jimbocho
- (0.70 km) Hotel Monterey Hanzomon
- (1.02 km) Hotel Grand Arc Hanzomon
- (1.49 km) Palace Hotel Tokyo
- Restaurants near Chidorigafuchi:
- (0.12 km) TORUchio
- (0.15 km) Cafe Sora
- (0.19 km) Tony Roma's
- (0.23 km) Kokyo Gaien The Forest Kitanomaru
- (0.23 km) Ambrosia
- Attractions near Chidorigafuchi:
- (0.17 km) Chidorigafuchi National Cemetery
- (0.09 km) Istituto Italiano di Cultura
- (0.07 km) Nabewari-zaka
- (0.20 km) Senshu Bunko
- (0.28 km) Nippon Budokan