If You’re Tired of Sightseeing in Tokyo, Heal Yourself at These Spots Full of Greenery

1. Meiji Jingu

Even though it's in the center of the city, this huge shrine is covered in a luxurious, thick forest. The lush forest surrounding Meiji Jingu is a planted forest made of 100,000 trees donated from all around the country because of the emperor's enshrinement. It's about 700,000 square meters. So, it's become a place for relaxation and refreshment. The entrance to Meiji Jingu sits between Harajuku and Shibuya.

Emperor Meiji and Empress Shouken, his consort, are enshrined at Meiji Jingu. 

If you're lucky, you might be able to see a traditional Japanese wedding. If you want to aim for it, try Sundays or holidays.

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2. Yoyogi Park 

A park adjacent to the woods of Meiji Jingu. Yoyogi Park itself is not that wide but they hold events every weekend which makes walking around fun.

3. Kokyogaien National Garden

This park is in walking distance of Tokyo Station and is full of greenery. It's the area around the former Edo castle where the emperor lives. As it's a historical landmark, you can rest there while you sightsee aor you can walk along the charming moat of the Imperial Palace! In the spring, the nearby Kita no Maru Park is also a perfect place to see cherry blossoms.

4. Todoroki Keikoku Park

This place is so green that you'll be surprised that it's still in the center of the city. Even though it's located in a residential area, it even has a river streaming through it! It's a great spot if you feel like hiking but don't want to go too far away.

5. Urban Farm

Urban Farm is an office where greenery overflows. This office building is within walking distance from Tokyo Station. This whole building is thought so that vegetables can be grown inside and the facade of the building is even covered in roses during the blooming season. This might be the city farm of the future.

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