Ikegami Plum Garden: A Springtime Escape
Discover a peaceful oasis in Tokyo's Ota Ward, where hundreds of plum trees bloom in a vibrant display of color and fragrance each spring.
Ikegami Plum Garden (Ikegami Baien) is a tranquil escape in the heart of Tokyo's Ota Ward. This public garden is best known for its stunning plum blossoms, offering a vibrant display of color and fragrance in late winter and early spring. The garden boasts approximately 370 plum trees, featuring both red and white varieties. The plum blossoms typically bloom from late January to early March, attracting many visitors who come to admire the beauty and enjoy the sweet scent. Beyond the plum trees, the garden also features around 800 azalea plants, as well as a variety of other trees and seasonal flowers, ensuring there's something to see throughout the year. Ikegami Plum Garden was once the home and studio of the renowned Japanese-style painter, Shinsui Ito. After being destroyed by fire during World War II, the land was later converted into a plum garden and opened to the public. Today, visitors can still experience the garden's rich history and traditional atmosphere through its two tea houses, Seigetsu-an and Chōuan, where tea ceremonies and other events are held. These tea rooms were relocated to the garden and rebuilt after having been owned by various people. The garden also includes a Japanese-style room and a Suikinkutsu (water harp), adding to the overall ambiance. Ikegami Plum Garden is located a short distance west of Ikegami Honmonji Temple.
Local tips
- Visit during late February or early March for the peak plum blossom viewing season.
- Check the Ota City website for information about any seasonal illuminations or events.
- Consider combining your visit with a trip to the nearby Ikegami Honmonji Temple.
- Reservations are needed to utilize the tea room and Japanese-style room.
A brief summary to Ikegami Plum Garden
- 2 Chome-2-13 Ikegami, Ota City, 2 Chome Ikegami, Tokyo, 146-0082, JP
- +813-3753-1658
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Saturday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4:30 pm
Getting There
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Public Transport
The closest stations to Ikegami Plum Garden are Nishi-Magome Station on the Toei Asakusa Line (10-minute walk) and Ikegami Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line (20-minute walk). From Nishi-Magome Station, exit and walk straight for about 10 minutes. From Ikegami Station, walk towards Ikegami Dori Street, turn left at the traffic light, and continue walking straight for about 10 minutes. A single subway fare in Tokyo typically costs between ¥170 and ¥320 depending on the distance.
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Walking
Ikegami Plum Garden is located about a 5-minute walk from Ikegami Honmonji Temple. From Ikegami Honmonji Temple, walk west for approximately 370 meters to reach the garden. The walk is relatively easy, allowing you to enjoy the surrounding neighborhood.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Tokyo. From Ikegami Station, a taxi ride to Ikegami Plum Garden would be a short trip, costing approximately ¥730-900, plus a possible pickup fee. Note that traffic conditions may affect the final fare.
