Kyū-Furukawa Gardens, Tokyo

Name: Kyū-Furukawa Gardens
Address: Nishigahara 1-chome, Tokyo, Japan
Telephone: +81 3-3910-0394

#200 among attractions in Tokyo

Park, Relax in park, Garden

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Kyū-Furukawa Gardens is a Tokyo metropolitan park in Nishigahara, Kita, Tokyo. The park includes a Western-style mansion, a Western-style rose garden, and a Japanese-style garden, all of which were built in early 20th century. ()

Local name: 旧古河庭園 Created: 30 April 1956Elevation: 92 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°44'35"N, 139°44'49"E

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Nishigahara 1-chome北区 (bei qu)Tokyo Japan

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+81 3-3910-0394

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Day trips

Kyū-Furukawa Gardens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tōyō Bunko, Oji Shrine, Rikugi-en Gardens, Asukayama Park.

0.8 miS
Museum, Specialty museum
Tōyō Bunko, Tokyo
21 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, Japan, Tōyō Bunko stands as a beacon of cultural enrichment and intellectual pursuit. This cultural institute is a treasure trove for scholars, historians, and curious tourists alike, boasting a rich collection that...
0.9 miNW
Sacred and religious sites
Oji Shrine, Tokyo
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, Oji Shrine is a serene oasis steeped in history and tradition. This Shinto shrine, not as widely known as some of its more famous counterparts, offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life and a glimpse into Japan's rich cultural...
0.6 miS
Classical garden with a pond and teahouses
Rikugi-en Gardens, Tokyo
15 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, the Rikugi-en Gardens offer a tranquil escape with their meticulously maintained landscapes that embody the essence of traditional Japanese garden design. Created in the Edo period, around the year 1700, by Yanagisawa...
0.7 miNW
Recreational area with cherry blossoms
Asukayama Park, Tokyo
18 min walk • Asukayama Park is a public park in Kita, Tokyo, Japan.
1.7 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Asakura Museum of Sculpture, Tokyo
43 min walk • Asakura Museum of Sculpture or Asakura Choso Museum is a museum in Tokyo that showcases the sculptures and life work of Fumio Asakura. The art museum is located specifically in the Yanaka neighborhood of Taito, in Tokyo. The museum opened in 1967 after Asakura's death.
0.4 miNW
Wayside shrine
Ichirizuka, Tokyo
11 min walk • The Nishigahara Ichirizuka is a historic Japanese distance marker akin to a milestone, comprising a pair of earthen mounds located in what is now Kita, Tokyo in the Kantō region of Japan. It was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 1922.
0.8 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Kōgan-ji Temple, Tokyo
21 min walk • Kōgan-ji, Colloquially Togenuk Jizōson, formally: Banchō-Zan Kōgan-ji-Buddhist temple of the Sōtō Zen school in Tokyo, Japan. Known for the "healing" statues of Jizō and Kannon.
0.4 miE
Archaeological site
Nakazato Shell Mound, Tokyo
11 min walk • The Nakazato Shell Midden is an archaeological site in the Kaminakazato neighborhood of Kita-ku, Tokyo, in the Kantō region of Japan containing a middle Jōmon period shell midden, extending about 1.1 kilometers from Kami-Nakazato Station to Tabata Station.
1.4 miNW
Park
Kitaku Central Park, Tokyo
35 min walk • Kitaku Central Park is a public park in Kita, Tokyo, Japan.
1.1 miS
Temple
Kisshō-ji, Tokyo
29 min walk • Kisshō-ji, also Kichijō-ji is a Buddhist Temple located in Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan. It was founded in 1458, during the Muromachi period. In 1592, the "Sendan-Rin" School for Buddhist monks was founded in the precincts of the temple.
0.8 miNW
Area
Kita, Tokyo
22 min walk • Kita is a special ward located in Tokyo Metropolis, Japan. The English translation of its Japanese self-designation is City of Kita. The ward was founded on March 15, 1947. As of May 1, 2015, the ward has an estimated population of 340,287, and a population density of 16,510 persons per km². The total area is 20.61 km².

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Kyū-Furukawa Gardens open?

Kyū-Furukawa Gardens is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Kyū-Furukawa Gardens?

Nearby attractions include Ichirizuka, Tokyo (11 min walk), Nakazato Shell Mound, Tokyo (11 min walk), Rikugi-en Gardens, Tokyo (15 min walk), Asukayama Park, Tokyo (18 min walk).

How to get to Kyū-Furukawa Gardens by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kyū-Furukawa Gardens:

Bus

Takinogawa Fukushi Hoken Center • Lines: 田端循環ルート (1 min walk)
Kyu-Furukawa Teien • Lines: 王子・駒込ルート (1 min walk)

Train

Kami-Nakazato (7 min walk)
Komagome (12 min walk)

Metro

Nishigahara • Lines: N (9 min walk)
Komagome • Lines: N (13 min walk)

Tram

Kajiwara • Lines: Sa (15 min walk)
Sakaecho • Lines: Sa (16 min walk)