Tokyo Garden Events in October 2015
2015 October 1st. : Entrance will be free in all great gardens of Tokyo (Except Shinjuku Gyoen!).
Rikugien
24.10. 2015 Shamisen Concert
13h & 14h
Every weekend in October + 12.10. 2015 (Monday), except 25.10. 2015 (Sunday)
Edo Daikagura and Fröbel mini concert,
Daikagura
3.10. 2015
12h, 13.30h, 14.30h, 15.30h
Daikagura
other dates
12h, 13h, 14.30h, 15.30h
Fröbel mini concert
3.10. 2015
13h

Rikugien Garden Guide
This eBook explores the poetic design, history, and seasonal beauty of Rikugien in Tokyo.
Perfect for lovers of Edo-period gardens, literature, and peaceful strolls.
Learn more before you visit—or revisit from home.
Hamarikyu
Some places around the former site of Enryoukan might be unaccessible from October 1st to March 2016, due to works regarding Enryoukan.
Mukojima Hyakkaen
3.+4.10. 2015 Guided Tour
11h & 14h
25.10. 2015
Kurimeigetsu
13-15h
(will be cancelled if the weather is too bad)
This is an event, where one will make „Kuri“ Wagashi.
Reservation is needed.
Fee is 2000 Yen
Only 20 people can participate.
Bathing in the moonlight (I)
16.30-17.30
(will be cancelled if the weather is too bad)
Reservation is needed.
Fee is 400 Yen
Only 35 people can participate.
Bathing in the moonlight (II)
18-19.30h
(will be cancelled if the weather is too bad)
Reservation is needed.
Fee is 100 Yen
Only 30 people can participate.
Reservations for above mentioned events can be made either by fax or mail from 2015 October 1st.
Procedure: It has to be done in Japanese!
Fax:
Start with the title of the event. Either 「栗名月を楽しむ」(Kuri event), 「月光浴を楽しむ(第一部)」(moon bathing 1) or 「月光浴を楽しむ(第二部)」(moon bathing 2)
Then write the names of all people participating and a telephone number!
Fax number is: 03-3619-2321
E-Mail: Write the name of the event as the title of the Mail. Either 「栗名月を楽しむ」(Kuri event), 「月光浴を楽しむ(第一部)」(moon bathing 1) or 「月光浴を楽しむ(第二部)」(moon bathing 2)
Then write the names of all people participating and a telephone number!
Mail Address is: 2teien-kouza@tokyo-park.or.jp
Mukōjima-Hyakka-en Garden Guide
This eBook introduces Mukōjima-Hyakka-en in Tokyo, a rare flower garden from the Edo period with plants linked to Japanese poetry and art.
Perfect for literature lovers, seasonal flower fans, and anyone interested in Japan’s living cultural heritage.
Learn more before your visit—or revisit from home.
Kiyosumi Teien
24.10. 2015 Garden Academy (Legends about Youkai around Edo)
13.30 – 15h
Youkai is a collective name for demons, (bad) spirits, devils、ghosts etc.
Reservation is needed.
Fee is 1000 Yen
Only 60 people can participate.
How to make a reservation:
You have to use an „Ofuku Hagaki“, a return postcard. Available from a post office.
(1) Write your address. Your name. If you use Kanji, make sure to write Furigana above!), Age and telephone number
(2) Names of people participating (again with Furigana), Ages
(3) Address for answer and name.
Send it to: 〒135-0024 東京都江東区清澄3-3-9
清澄庭園サービスセンター 「庭園アカデミー」
Latest postmark accepted is from 2nd of October.
Kiyosumi Teien Garden Guide
This eBook introduces Kiyosumi Teien, a historic stroll garden in Tokyo’s Fukagawa district. Known for its unique collection of stones and tranquil pond, it offers a serene escape from urban life.
Perfect for garden enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in Tokyo.
Learn more before your visit—or revisit from home.
Kyu- Furukawa Teien
From 2015 October 7 until November 23 it is prohibited to use tripods, monopods or reflector.
It is also prohibited to take sketches.
Due to Rose-flowering season and autumn foliage, the garden will be crowded and actions mentioned above would cause trouble.
Rose Festival
10.10. – 25.10. 2015
9 – 17h
Several small events will be held during the rose festival.
17.10. 2015 Mini concert Deux Marches
24.10. 2015 String Quartet
12h & 15h
(will be cancelled if the weather is too bad)
Garden guide
Mon-Fri 14h
Sat, Sun, Hol 11h & 14h
(will be cancelled if the weather is too bad)
11.10. 2015 Rose Origami Class
11h & 14h
Only 20 people can participate.
Make your reservation until 15min before the class starts.
Rose shop
During the festival, it is able to buy roses in Kyu Furukawa Teien.
Kyū-Furukawa Teien Garden Guide
This eBook introduces Kyū-Furukawa Teien, a historic estate in Tokyo’s Kita Ward, showcasing a Western-style mansion by Josiah Conder and a traditional Japanese garden by Ogawa Jihei.
Perfect for enthusiasts of architectural fusion and serene landscapes.
Learn more before your visit—or revisit from home.

With twelve years of professional landscaping experience under her belt, Anika Ogusu is your perfect guide to the world of Japanese gardens. Her love of nature began early, in the woods near her childhood home and the garden of her grandmother’s house. During her teenage years she developed a strong interest in Japanese culture, and after university she decided to combine her love of Japan and gardens into a profession. Anika started her career as chief gardener in charge of the perennial valley at the Botanical Garden in Hamburg, Germany, then moved to Tokyo in pursuit of her dream. For two years she apprenticed under local landscape designers and learned the art of Japanese garden design, construction and maintenance. Now, in partnership with Real Japanese Gardens (www.japanesegardens.jp), her wish is to spread the magic of Japanese gardens to the rest of the world. Her in-depth guide books on gardens throughout Japan are available in eBook format or paperback. In her free time, Anika enjoys exploring her adopted country (especially green moss gardens), and soaking up nature and any details that interest her.
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With twelve years of professional landscaping experience under her belt, Anika Ogusu is your perfect guide to the world of Japanese gardens. Her love of nature began early, in the woods near her childhood home and the garden of her grandmother’s house. During her teenage years she developed a strong interest in Japanese culture, and after university she decided to combine her love of Japan and gardens into a profession. Anika started her career as chief gardener in charge of the perennial valley at the Botanical Garden in Hamburg, Germany, then moved to Tokyo in pursuit of her dream. For two years she apprenticed under local landscape designers and learned the art of Japanese garden design, construction and maintenance. Now, in partnership with Real Japanese Gardens (www.japanesegardens.jp), her wish is to spread the magic of Japanese gardens to the rest of the world. Her in-depth guide books on gardens throughout Japan are available in eBook format or paperback. In her free time, Anika enjoys exploring her adopted country (especially green moss gardens), and soaking up nature and any details that interest her.












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