[2025 Tokyo Attraction] Travel Guide for Former Furukawa Gardens (Updated Apr)

The Kyu-Furukawa Gardens in Kita-ku, Tokyo, are a place where many varieties of roses are in full bloom. It wasn't the season for roses to bloom, so I just looked around at the information boards for the varieties, but it was a garden where many rose varieties were planted and well-maintained. The reason there are significant differences in elevation is because it uses the slope of the Musashino Plateau. The north side, the hill and the slope, are a Western-style garden. The lowlands are a Japanese garden. It is a valuable garden that retains the original form of the gardens from the early Taisho period. It has been designated a national scenic spot under the Cultural Properties Protection Act. It depends on the season, but for example, flowers that can be seen in spring are plum blossoms, azaleas, and roses, things that can be seen are cherry blossoms, irises, and bottlebrushes, and there is an event called the Spring Rose Festival, which will be held in May. Details about each season are posted on the website. Komagome Station 650m Kaminakazato Station 450m Former Furukawa Gardens 1-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0024 #roses #Tokyo #TokyoTrip #flowers #gardens #JapaneseGardens #WesternGardens #TokyoSightseeing

It's about a 10-minute walk from Komagome Station. Find the entrance and finally enter. It's good that the admission fee is cheap for adults, 150 yen. I can go when the roses are in bloom. There are many kinds and it's a beautiful feeling. In contrast to the Western-style buildings, it's a good match. The garden is not very big, but there are ponds, nature, tea rooms, etc., and you can see various scenery. During holidays, the Western-style houses line up quite a lot, so it's better to go early. There is a place to sit and drink tea while looking at the garden. Next time, I want to relax. 📍1 Chome-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita City, Tokyo 114-0024 Japan ⏱️ Open 09:00-14:45 ⭐️ Score 10/10 #TravelJapan #Japan #TravelAbroad #TouristAttraction #TravelJapanByYourself #TravelTokyo #japan #japantrip #japantravel #tokyo #tokyotravel

I think it's rare to find a garden in Tokyo where you can enjoy the fusion of a Western garden and a Japanese garden. In season, you can also see roses in full bloom. There was a bench to rest a short distance from the Western-style building, and from there you could look down on the Japanese garden, which was a wonderful view! *Please note that the garden may be closed due to COVID-19 infection prevention measures, so please check the official website before going out! #trip2022 #KyufurugaGarden

The Japanese-Western style building and gardens are very satisfying. There is a rose festival in spring and autumn. There is also a guided tour of the former Furukawa residence, so you can enjoy the building at your leisure. There is also a coffee shop inside the building, so you can take a break if you get tired of walking around the gardens. If you like gardens, there are discount tickets available to tour gardens in Tokyo, in addition to the annual pass to the former Furukawa Gardens, so you can also purchase one of those. Address: 1-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo #FlowerSpots #JapanGenkiProject2021 #SummerShortTrip

Enjoy the chewy texture at Kobaya, a popular fresh pasta specialty store in Komagome! About a 3-minute walk from the north exit of Komagome Station✨ Introducing a popular fresh pasta specialty store that has long lines🍝 In a small store with 7 counter seats, you can enjoy homemade chewy fresh pasta^^ The menu is rich in variety, so many to choose from...! We ordered ・Cream soup with shrimp, bacon and spinach 1,150 yen ・Cream soup with salmon and mushrooms 1,050 yen ・Mentaiko (additional topping) 250 yen ! (I bought a ticket for a 250 yen topping from the ticket machine, but the ticket that came out said 200 yen, which made me panic, but the correct amount is displayed in the bottom right, so it seems fine👌) You can choose the amount of pasta from 130g to 230g, so you can adjust it to how hungry you are😋 I ordered 200g, but it was quite full! There are only a few seats, and the owner is the only one doing everything from cooking to serving customers, so be prepared to wait and make sure you come with plenty of time 💪 Please note that the restaurant is closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays ⚠️ If you like fresh pasta, this is a famous restaurant you should visit at least once! Please go and check it out ◡̈♥︎ 📍Address: 1F Tokan Mansion Komagome, 3-23-14 Komagome, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 🕰️Business hours: • Lunch: 11:30-14:20 • Dinner: 18:00-21:00 Closed: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays *Business hours and closed days may change, so please check with the store before visiting. 🚃Access: Tokyo Metro Namboku Line [Komagome Station] 2 minutes walk JR Yamanote Line [Komagome Station] 3 minutes walk 228m from Komagome Station #Spring 0 yen trip #Gourmet summary #Tokyo #Tokyo trip #Komagome #Komagome gourmet #Tokyo gourmet #Domestic travel #Pasta #Travel in Japan #Travel in Tokyo #Tokyo travel #Pasta #Pasta

#springwander A garden built as the residence of Toranosuke Furukawa, the third head of the Furukawa Zaibatsu family. Taking advantage of the location of the slope of the Musashino Plate, a Western-style building was built on a small hill on the north side, and it is characterised by a design that combines Japanese and Western-style gardens on the slope and Japanese-style gardens on the lowlands. The Western-style building and the Western-style garden were designed by Dr. Josiae Condor, a British man who had a great influence on the Japanese architectural world by working on the Rokumeikan and the Nicholas Hall. The Japanese garden was worked on by Jibei Ogawa, the seventh generation Ueharu, a Kyoto gardener who also built Heian Jingu Shrine and Maruyama Park. The garden by two geniuses is designated as a national scenic spot as a rare existence that is kept extremely well among the existing modern gardens that perfectly harmonise Japanese and Western styles.

#springwander "Old Furukawa Garden" where you can enjoy the wonderful harmony of the Western-style house designed by the British Josia Condor, the Western-style garden rose garden, and the Japanese garden by Kyoto gardener Jibei Ogawa. In spring season, you can see rose blossoms in the garden. Location: 1-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo Nearest station: Nishigahara station and Kaminakasato station

The Kyu-Furukawa Gardens are known for their beautiful blend of Japanese and Western styles. You can enjoy a Western-style building and garden, as well as a Japanese garden. You can tour the English Renaissance-style building by paying the admission fee. We recommend visiting the gardens in the spring and fall, when the rose festivals are held. Spot💎: Former Furukawa Garden Access: • 7 minutes walk from JR Keihin Tohoku Line "Kaminakazato Station"  • 7 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Namboku Line "Nishigahara Station"  • 12 minutes walk from JR Yamanote Line "Komagome Station" Opening hours: 9:00am-5:00pm (entry until 4:30pm)  Closed: New Year's holiday (December 29th-January 1st)  Admission fee: • General: 150 yen  • 65 years and older: 70 yen  To visit the interior of the Western-style building, a separate admission fee (400 yen) is required. When visiting, you will need to pay the garden admission fee🌟 #Free hotel stay

#FritaviWinter [Former Furukawa Gardens] 🕰️Opening hours: 0900-1700 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: ◯ 📍Address: 1-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0024 💰Price per person: 150 yen and up 💞Reasons why we recommend it: We entered the gardens around 3pm on a weekday🤍The entrance fee was 150 yen and we could pay by card or other means👍The roses were in full bloom so we could enjoy a variety of them💓It was great to be able to enjoy the atmosphere of the Western-style house, Western garden, and Japanese garden🫶🏻 We were able to stay for 2 hours☺️

📍Former Furukawa Garden 1-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo About 6 minutes walk from Kaminakazato Station Exit About 6 minutes walk from Nishigahara Station Exit 1 About 8 minutes walk from Komagome Station Exit 5 Used the "Museum Gurutto Pass" (Enjoy 103 locations, including parks, museums, and zoos in Tokyo and the surrounding area for 2,500 yen. Valid for 2 months from first use) I went to see the autumn roses and Japanese garden. Opening hours 9:00-17:00 Regular admission fee 150 yen Furukawa residence tour fee 400 yen ▶️79 types of autumn roses🌹 are in full bloom, the leaves are starting to turn red💕 You can enjoy the autumn leaves and Furukawa residence from the spot in front of the Kuroboku stone. ▶️Inside the former Furukawa Garden The autumn leaves of the hazels, maples, and Japanese maples around Shinji Pond were beautiful😍. ▶️The vivid contrast of the Japanese garden seen from the observation deck is worth seeing. ▶️A concert to color autumn: Tsugaru shamisen Limited time only "ROSE SHOP" Garden guide also available. #0 yen travel November #Autumn foliage spots #Tokyo #Tokyo sightseeing #Autumn foliage spots in Tokyo #Former Furukawa Gardens #Roses #Autumn leaves

~Kita Ward, Tokyo~ Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Tokyo Metropolitan Park ☑️A spot where you can also enjoy architecture! A Western-style building in the style of the British Renaissance The Western-style garden was designed by Josiah Conder, an Englishman who also designed the Rokumeikan! ☑️Enjoy the romance of the Taisho era! A precious garden that retains the original form of gardens from the early Taisho era! A beautiful harmony with the Japanese garden created by Kyoto gardener Ueji! ☑️Designated as a national cultural property! The Western-style garden is filled with about 200 roses of 100 varieties, and a rose festival is held in spring and autumn to coincide with the best time to see the roses! Kyu-Furukawa Gardens can be enjoyed even when it's not rose season! The entrance fee is ¥200, so it's great value for money. Reference for sightseeing in Tokyo 📍Kyu-Furukawa Gardens 1-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0024 #0 yen travel #Tokyo sightseeing #Retro architecture #Taisho romance #Roses #Rose

#Tokyo Attractions 🕰️Opening Hours: 9am to 5pm 📍Address: 10 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Koma-in Station 💰Average consumption per person: single attraction 150 yen, Rokuyiyuan joint ticket 100 yen　 💞Reason for recommendation: Old Furukawa Garden can be visited together with Rokugien Garden, tickets can be discounted, with 400 yen to visit two gardens in full bloom, CP value is very high inside the courtyard is also an Otani Art Museum, very gorgeous British architecture, surrounded by roses, very beautiful to view in spring ❤️

#JuneTravelSupportEvent It's pretty, but it wasn't the time when the roses were in full bloom, so I was a little sad. I only visited the garden, and I knew it was the location of the Natori Sharala scene during the Natsumeuuinjo pilgrimage, so I visited. It's better to go early because the photos are prettier when there are no people. They also sell rose ice cream and I wanted to use the store, but I didn't have time, so I just came, which is a shame.

#cherryblossom2024 Our expedition in Japan was undeniably extraordinary, especially as we delved into the vibrant urban ambiance and wandered through the alluring Former Furukawa Gardens. The onset of spring added an additional layer of magic to the environment, while the serene scenery enveloping the shrine rendered us utterly speechless. The splendid panoramas engraved everlasting recollections in our hearts that shall endure eternally. Nestled in the prestigious Kita ward of Tokyo, lies a historical estate that once belonged to the affluent Furukawa family, now graciously loaned to the national government for public enjoyment. The estate boasts a unique layout, with a magnificent Western-style house and garden adorning the upper grounds, while a serene Japanese-style garden graces the lower grounds, creating a harmonious blend of cultures and aesthetics. On the lower grounds, the Japanese-style garden, meticulously crafted by the esteemed Kyoto landscape artist Jihei Ogawa, known by his professional name Niwashi Ueji, exudes tranquility and elegance. Drawing inspiration from his work at Kyoto's Heian Jingu Shrine and Maruyama Park, Ogawa's garden is a masterpiece of traditional Japanese landscaping, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and find solace in its serene surroundings. The luxurious indulgence and mesmerizing beauty of this retreat have imprinted a vivid memory in the depths of my recollection. The immense satisfaction of revisiting and immersing myself in every captivating moment within this distinctive sanctuary is unrivaled by any other experience.#familytrip

🌹This is a niche but stunning place, drawn here by my fascination with castles and love for roses. I didn't see the roses in full bloom, but I did see the combined Japanese-Western style garden, which was truly worth it! 📍【Retro Western-style Castle】 I've always adored castles, especially the large, retro ones with their own big gardens. Outside is a vast Western-style garden filled with various roses, which is quite spectacular when in full bloom. If you have time, you can enter the castle to explore and enjoy a British-style afternoon tea on the castle's balcony. 📍【Exquisite Japanese-style Garden】 Walking down from the Western-style garden, you'll find a Japanese-style garden. It's surprising how these two completely different styles of gardens can blend together so well. Stroll along the jungle path, listen to the babbling waterfall, and admire the deep mountain scenery of Japan, with a new view at every step, filled with the unique Zen spirit of Japan. 📍【Practical Tips】 1. Garden admission is 150 yen, and there's an additional 400 yen fee to visit the buildings. 2. The best time to visit is during the Rose Festival in May-June. 3. If you like taking photos, make sure to reserve 2 hours, it's super photogenic. 4. Try the garden's limited-edition rose ice cream, 250 yen each, very tasty. 📍【How to Get There】 Location: 1 Chome Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo Opening hours: 9 AM - 5 PM Public transportation: 7 minutes walk from JR Kamikitazawa Station 7 minutes walk from Nishigahara Subway Station

Personally, I think the most beautiful building in the Kyu-Furukawa Gardens is the Western-style building (Figures 1 and 2), which imitates the classical style of British aristocratic residences and is built using natural square bricks. The Kyu-Furukawa Gardens are also a great place for flower viewing, and include both Western and Japanese gardens. Spring: Cherry blossoms (late March to early April), azaleas (mid to late April), butterfly flowers (mid April to early May), peonies (late April to early May), golden taro (mid to late May), roses (mid May to late June) Summer: Jade cicada flower (mid-June) Autumn: Lycoris (mid- to late September), roses (mid-October to late November), red hibiscus (late October to early November), maple, tung tree, and cotinus coggygria leaves (mid-November to early December) Winter: plum blossoms (mid-February to mid-March), camellias (late February to early April) Address: 1-27-39 Nishihara, Kita-ku, Tokyo, zip code 114-0024 Transportation: Get off at Kaminakazato Station on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line and walk for 7 minutes Get off at Nishihara Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and walk for 7 minutes Get off at JR Yamanote Line "Komairi" Station and walk for 12 minutes Area: 3 hectares Opening hours: 9:00 - 17:00 (last admission: 16:30) Admission fee: 150 yen (over 65 years old: 70 yen) (Groups of 20 or more can enjoy a 20% discount) I hope I can travel to Japan again in 2024. #2024TravelWish

#Japan and Korea City Attractions #Old Furukawa Gardens #Western Gardens #Japanese Gardens #Fragrant Adventure #Nature and Culture #Flowers in Bloom #Harmonious Coexistence #Romantic Journey Kyu-Furukawa Garden is a Western-style manor house that perfectly combines Western gardening style with Japanese garden culture. When I stepped into this well-manicured park, I was immediately conquered by the beauty before me. 🌹🌿🏯 There are many roses blooming in the park, exuding a charming fragrance. I was immersed in the sea of ​​flowers, admiring the various colorful flowers. These roses show their elegance and sophistication, each one like a work of art. I couldn't help but pick up my camera to capture these beautiful scenes. 📷🌹🌸 In addition to the Western-style garden, Kyu-Furukawa Garden also has a Japanese-style garden. I strolled along the winding paths and admired the carefully designed garden landscape. There are quiet ponds, stone bridges and fountains, everything exudes harmony and tranquility. In this Japanese garden, I felt the fusion of nature and culture, which brought peace and tranquility to my soul. 🌿🏯🌸 Kyu-Furukawa Gardens is a romantic getaway immersed in natural beauty. Here, flowers and gardens create an enchanting atmosphere that makes one feel like being in a dream world. This fragrant adventure made me deeply appreciate the beauty of the coexistence of nature and humanity. 🌹🏰🌿