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Kichijoji and Inokashira Park
Best time to visit
Early morning on weekdays or late afternoon on weekends offers fewer crowds and soft light for photos. Late March to early April is prime for cherry blossoms, late November for autumn color.
Budget tips
Park entry is free; rowboats and swan paddle boats cost about ¥700-¥1,000 for 30–40 minutes, so share a rental to save money. Use a Suica or Pasmo for trains and choose side-street cafés or convenience store bento for cheaper meals.
Recommended for
Families, Couples, Photography enthusiasts, Food and café lovers
Plan your visit
Half day
About
Faits rapides: Sunny promenades curve around a mirror-like pond where rowboats clack softly against wooden docks, while willows drip bright green into the water. A bustling shopping district hums at the park’s edge, full of vintage shops, indie record stores, and late-night yakitori stalls glowing under paper lanterns.
Points forts: Hidden on a tiny island, a Benten shrine draws quiet offerings as couples paddle over in rowboats and carp swirl beneath the oars. Dusk bathes lantern-lit paths in smoky charcoal and grilled chicken scents, while the clack of wooden oars and drifting laughter makes the whole scene feel like a living film.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes; streets and park paths are best explored on foot.
- Head to the small bridge by Benzaiten Shrine for classic lake-and-blossom photos, especially at sunrise or golden hour.
- Avoid peak weekend midday crowd by arriving before 10:00 or after 16:00, or explore Harmonica Yokocho alleys for quieter snacks.
- Rent a paddle boat early, as queues form later in the day and boats can be unavailable during cherry blossom season.
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La meilleure façon de découvrir une ville avec un guide local.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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