Showa Kinen Park

Area

Tachikawa-shi

Category

Nature / scenery

Showa Kinen Park, in the city of Tachikawa, Tokyo, opened in 1983 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Emperor Showa’s reign. The park is 180 hectares in area, and inside are gardens, a restaurant, a barbecue space, children’s area and more. In the spring, the flower festival is held annually. During the event, cherry blossoms, tulips and more decorate the park grounds with its vibrant blossoms. The fireworks festival in the summer is also a popular event. To get around the spacious park, renting a bike is recommended. The paths of the park are cyclist-friendly.

Basic Information

Address

3173 Midori-machi, Tachikawa-shi, Tokyo

Phone

042-528-1751

Hours

Mar. 1 to Oct. 31: 9:30a.m. - 5:00p.m. 
　- Jul. 16 to the third Sunday in Aug.: open until 7:00p.m.
　- third Sunday in Aug. to Sep. 4: open until 6:30p.m.
Nov. 1 to end of Feb.: 9:30a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays in Apr. 1 to Sep. 20: 9:30a.m. - 6:00p.m. (excluding summer opening hours)

Closed

Year-end holidays (Dec. 31 - Jan. 1), fourth Monday in February and the following day and Mondays (following weekday if Monday is a public holiday)

Fee

大人（15歳以上）：450円
小人（小・中学生）：無料
シルバー（65歳以上）：210円
Adults (15 years and above): ¥450
Children (elementary and junior high school students): free
65 years and above: ¥210

Credit Card

Unaccepted

Website

http://www.showakinen-koen.jp/guide-english/schedule-english/

Access

FromNishi-Tachikawa Station (JR Ome Line)
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about a 2-minute walk
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