Nabeshima Shōtō Park: A Tranquil Oasis in Shibuya

Escape the Shibuya crowds in this historic park with a beautiful pond and unique public toilet design.

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Nabeshima Shōtō Park, nestled in Shibuya, offers a serene escape from the city's hustle. Originally part of the Kishu-Tokugawa clan's domain and later a tea plantation, the park features a pond, playground, and a unique public toilet designed by Kengo Kuma.

A brief summary to Nabeshima Shōtō Park

2 Chome-10-7 Shoto, Shibuya, 2 Chome Shoto, Tokyo, 150-0046, JP
+813-3463-2876
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Monday 12 am-12 am
Tuesday 12 am-12 am
Wednesday 12 am-12 am
Thursday 12 am-12 am
Friday 12 am-12 am
Saturday 12 am-12 am
Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

Visit during cherry blossom season for a particularly beautiful experience, but be prepared for larger crowds.
Take a moment to appreciate the unique design of the public toilet by Kengo Kuma, part of the Tokyo Toilet project.
Enjoy a peaceful break on one of the park's benches, surrounded by nature.

Getting There

Walking

From Shinsen Station on the Inokashira Line, the park is an 8-minute walk. Exit the station and follow the signs towards Shōtō. The park is located in a quiet residential area.
Public Transport

From Shibuya Station, you can take a bus or walk to the park. Several bus routes service the Shōtō area. Alternatively, it's approximately a 20-minute walk from Shibuya Station. Subway tickets in Tokyo cost around ¥180-¥220 for a single trip.
Taxi

A taxi from Shibuya Station to Nabeshima Shōtō Park will take approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around ¥700-¥1000.

Discover more about Nabeshima Shōtō Park

Nabeshima Shōtō Park provides a tranquil retreat in the heart of Shibuya, Tokyo. The park's history is rooted in the Meiji Restoration when the lands, once belonging to the Kishu-Tokugawa clan, were transferred to the Nabeshima clan of Saga in 1876. The 11th head of the Nabeshima clan, Naohiro, established tea fields in the area to support his retainers, naming them Shōtō Garden. The name evokes the sound of wind through pine trees or boiling tea water, and Shōtō tea became a sought-after luxury. The park features a pond that once belonged to the Tokugawa family, benches, and play equipment. During the bombings of Tokyo in 1945, the park served as a refuge for those displaced. Today, it offers a peaceful atmosphere, a welcome contrast to the bustling city outside. Recently, the park has gained attention for its public toilet, a part of THE TOKYO TOILET project, redesigned by architect Kengo Kuma. Kuma designed a 'toilet village' comprising five separate structures with cedar louvers, connected by a path. Each toilet caters to different needs, including family use, wheelchair accessibility, and baby care. The design promotes natural ventilation and aligns with post-pandemic sensibilities.

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Nabeshima Shōtō Park: A Tranquil Oasis in Shibuya

A brief summary to Nabeshima Shōtō Park

Local tips

Getting There

Walking

Public Transport

Taxi

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Discover more about Nabeshima Shōtō Park

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Myth of Tomorrow

BINGO Shibuya MODI Store

Hachiko Square

Moyai Statue

Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho

Shibuya Station

Shibuya Gate Observation Deck

Konnō-zaka Slope

Pine Tree of Imperial Troop Review

Konno Hachimangu Shrine

Harajuku

Brahms Path

Meiji Jingu Gyoen

Takeshita Street Square

Takeshita Street

Unmissable attractions to see

The Shoto Museum of Art

NEVERLAND TOKYO

HARLEM

Samurai Armor Photo Studio

2 Chome Dogenzaka

Yoshimoto ∞ hall

TK NIGHTCLUB

Pokemon Store Shibuya

Nintendo Tokyo

VAPE Studio

Tokyo Comedy Bar (TCB)

Shibuya Center-Gai

Shibuya Scramble Crossing

Hachikō Memorial Statue

Club Camelot Night Club

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Arossa Shibuya

Setouchi Bistro Bingo

Kaikaya by the Sea

Gonpachi Shibuya

Arina vino Trattoria

KEBAB CAFE (Turkish Halal Restaurant of Shibuya)

UobeiGoulabe

Ramen Tajima

Shunsai

Mawashizushi Katsu Seibu Shibuya Store

jinen.

Hakushū Teppanyaki

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