A seawater-type strolling pond garden constructed in the Edo period, which draws in seawater from Tokyo Bay and allows you to enjoy the changes in scenery caused by the ebb and flow of the tide. In addition to the beautiful scenery of the four seasons and traditional beauty, you can also enjoy views unique to Tokyo, such as the contrast with the surrounding urban skyscrapers. There is a teahouse* within the garden, where you can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets. In the Edo period, there was a place called "Shogun O-agariba," where the Shogun would board and disembark from ships. Nowadays, there is a landing for the water bus heading toward the Asakusa area.

■ Garden Opening Hours

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last admission until 4:30 PM)

 

*Teahouse

The teahouses within Hama-rikyu Gardens were places where Shoguns and noble guests rested while enjoying the garden scenery during the Edo period. Today, the "Nakajima no Ochaya" still stands in the garden, appearing as if it is floating on the pond, where you can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets while gazing at the Shioiri-no-ike (Tidal Pond). Please spend a peaceful moment forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city. Operating hours are 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM, with the last order at 4:30 PM.