Jindai Botanical Gardens, Tajima Travel Guide
Discover Tokyo's largest botanical garden in Chofu, featuring diverse flora, seasonal displays, and tranquil escapes year-round.
Escape the urban bustle at Jindai Botanical Gardens, Tokyo's largest botanical garden. Spanning 42 hectares in Chofu, it showcases over 100,000 trees and shrubs representing approximately 4,500 varieties. From cherry blossoms to roses and tropical plants, the gardens offer seasonal beauty and tranquility.
A brief summary to Jindai Botanical Gardens
- 5 Chome-31-10 Jindaiji Motomachi, Chofu, 5 Chome Jindaiji Motomachi, Tokyo, 182-0017, JP
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- Tuesday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-5 pm
Know before you go
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- Visit during the spring or autumn rose festivals for the best views of the award-winning rose garden.
- Explore the greenhouse to see tropical and subtropical plants, especially during winter months.
- Check the garden's website for information on seasonal events, workshops, and guided tours.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Jindaiji Temple and the aquatic plant garden.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Shinjuku Station, take the Keio Line to Chofu Station (approx. 15 minutes by limited express). From Chofu Station's North Gate, take Keio Bus no. 34 to Jindai Botanical Garden (approx. 20 minutes). Alternatively, buses are available from Mitaka Station or Kichijoji Station on the JR Chuo Line. Bus fare is approximately ¥220. The gardens are a 5-minute walk from the 'Jindaiji' bus stop.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available from Chofu Station, Kichijoji Station, or Mitaka Station. A taxi from Chofu Station to Jindai Botanical Gardens will cost approximately ¥2,000 - ¥3,000 and take around 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. From Kichijoji or Mitaka, the fare could range from ¥3,000-¥4,000.
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Walking
From the Jindaiji bus stop, the entrance to Jindai Botanical Gardens is approximately a 5-minute walk. Follow the signs along the road to 5 Chome-31-10 Jindaiji Motomachi.
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