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Travel
2022.10.19
From November 23 (Wed, national holiday) to December 4 (Sun), “Special Night Viewing of Autumn Leaves in Rikugien” will be held to enjoy the beautiful reflection of various autumn leaves on the water surface, from the lush green of early autumn to the red and golden colors of the famous Nanokino-momiji trees.
The park will be lit up mainly in the autumn foliage area. This year, a new nighttime viewing route has been added, allowing visitors to enjoy the view from the Togetsukyo Bridge. Please enjoy the new look of Rikugien.
The storehouse built in the Iwasaki family’s time will be utilized for the projection on the wall. Please look forward to this first attempt.
Details will be announced on the Rikugien website at a later date.
Several photogenic photo spots will appear in Rikugien Garden, which is enveloped in the autumn leaves. Enjoy taking commemorative photos with the elegant Rikyu umbrellas and scarlet carpets in the background.
Stores affiliated with the Bunkyo-ku Shopping District Federation open their stores to revitalize the Bunkyo-ku area, the location of Rikugien. Together with the local shopping streets, we will enliven the Bunkyo-ku area.
*Shops may be closed in case of stormy weather.
Matcha and Japanese confectionery sets, original Rikugien souvenirs, and other items perfect for taking a break during a stroll will be on sale.
Light refreshments, original Rikugien souvenirs, etc. will be available for purchase.
May be closed in case of stormy weather.
| Duration: | November 23, 2022 (Wednesday / holiday) to December 4, 2022 (Sunday) |
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| Time: | 18:00-20:30 (Last entry 20:00) *The park will be closed once at 17:00 and reopened at 18:00 for special viewing at night. |
・Please note that there may be a wait time to enter the park depending on how crowded it is. Entry and exit is at the main gate only. Please purchase a special nighttime ticket in advance before coming to the park.
・Please purchase a special nighttime ticket in advance before coming to the park.
(*This event can be entered only with a special nighttime viewing ticket.)
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