Meiji Jingu Gaien

Name: Meiji Jingu Gaien
Address: 1-1 Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0013, Japan
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (200)・Park・Playground・Tourist Attraction・Garden・Point Of Interest・Establishment

Meiji Jingu Gaien in Tokyo is a sports and recreation area. Famous for its Gingko tree-lined avenue that turns yellow in autumn and attracts many visitors. The park is named after Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken and was established in 1926 to honor them.

One of the key attractions is the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery, displaying artwork that tells the story of Emperor Meiji's life. The gallery has 80 large paintings depicting significant events from his reign.

For sports enthusiasts, the park offers several facilities. Meiji Jingu Stadium, built in 1926, is one of Tokyo's oldest baseball stadiums. It's the home ground for the Yakult Swallows, a professional baseball team. Nearby, you can find tennis courts and a golf driving range, making it a lively place for athletes and spectators.

The park is also a venue for various events throughout the year, including flea markets and outdoor concerts. Easily accessible by subway, Meiji Jingu Gaien provides a mix of sports, culture, and nature, making it a special place for locals and tourists to enjoy.

Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Phone

+81 3-3401-0312

Website

www.meijijingugaien.jp

The area

Address

1-1 Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0013, Japan

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What other travelers are saying about Meiji Jingu Gaien

Shinto shrine dedicated to the divine soul of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, established November 1920. It is surrounded by a beautiful forest and gardens; around 100,000 trees have been donated from all over Japan and planted by volunteers. The moment you walk in, passing the main gate, you will feel transferred to a different Tokyo- more peaceful, in balance with nature. The smell of trees, gentle cool and humid air and shade in the summer will help to rest from the heat, smell of pine in a winter will ease your breath. Don’t miss the inner garden (gyoen) that existed during Emperor Meiji life. The story says that he actually designed iris garden, small pond and paths for the Empress, to give her ‘fresh energy’. There is also a restaurant, a cafe and the vending machines if you want to stop for a refreshment. I recommend matcha latte (both hot and cold)- as I keep coming back for another one If you want to buy a charm or souvenir, there are 2 places on the grounds, that you can get it- one by the cafe and the other one on a way to exit towards Yoyogi station.

monika olichwier

Jan 26, 2025

Very nice park to walk through. It has a personal sentimental value to me since a certain someone I admire filmed a music video here, but other than that, the area speaks for itself.

Jujube

Feb 16, 2025

It’s been so long since I’ve seen such a beautiful expanse of ginkgo trees. Absolutely stunning and incredibly moving! It’s definitely worth a visit—highly recommended!

JungJung Chang

Dec 11, 2024

If you find yourself around this area during the fall period, be sure to take a short walk around the park to admire the vibrant autumn foliage and enjoy the cool breeze that mother nature has to offer. That said, I wouldn't purposefully travel here since there are many other spots around the city that are just as, if not more scenic. The park also gets pretty crowded if you come during peak hours.

Sheng

Oct 13, 2024

Tokyo Christmas market 2024! The market is big and the decorations are super festive! It is crowded, but they provide a lot of tables. Plenty for everyone. Even though, there are a lot of food stalls, the menus are repetitive and not much variety.