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Iris of “Koishikawa Korakuen” designated as a national special historic site and special scenic spot

2022.05.04

Koishikawa Korakuen is the oldest existing daimyo garden in the garden built in the upper mansion of the Mito domain in the early Edo period.
Approximately 660 irises are planted in the flower iris field in the park.
Colorful flowers such as white, blue, and purple are in full bloom in early June every year.

At the best time, we will set up a wooden path beside the iris field so that you can see the iris closer, and welcome customers with the title “Enjoy the irises”.
Enjoy the beautiful fresh green countryside with graceful irises in an oasis in Tokyo.

"Enjoy the irises"

Holding period: From May 25th to June 5th, 2022
9: 00-17: 00 (last admission is 16:30)

Early morning opening period

Holding period: May 26-29, 2022
8: 00-17: 00 (last admission is 16:30)
Contents: We will pick you up one hour early according to the best time to see the iris.

Special guided tour "Iris Tour"

Date: May 27, 2022
11:00, 13:00 (about 40 minutes each time)
Location: Matsubara * Canceled in stormy weather
Contents: Tour the park while listening to stories about Hanashobu
Lecturer: Botanical researcher Yoshinari Ueda
Capacity: 15 people
Admission fee: Free (admission fee not included)
Viewing method: First-come-first-served basis

Numbered tickets will be distributed in front of Kantokutei from 30 minutes before each session.

Edo thread puppet performance

Date: May 28, 2022
11:30, 13:30 (about 30 minutes each time)
Location: Matsubara * Canceled in case of rain
Contents: Performance of Edo thread puppets, where you can manipulate a doll with a few threads connected to your fingers
Cast: Mr. Mitsuru Uejo, a puppeteer of Edo thread puppeteers
Admission fee: Free (admission fee not included)
Viewing method: Free viewing on the day

Gagaku performance

Date: May 29, 2022
11:30, 13:30 (about 30 minutes each time)
Location: Matsubara * Canceled in case of rain
Contents: Dance performance by Tado Gagakukai Tokyo Gagakusho
Cast: Tado Gagakukai Tokyo Gagakusho
Admission fee: Free (admission fee not included)
Viewing method: Free viewing on the day

* If the schedule of the event is changed due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, we will inform you on Twitter of Koishikawa Korakuen.
If you have any questions, please contact the Koishikawa Korakuen Service Center (03-3811-3015) after 8:40 on the day of the event.

>Koishikawa Korakuen Twitter

>Koishikawa Korakuen Official Website

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