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Kyu-Furukawa Gardens
Attraction
4.2 (5836 reviews)
Western-style manor house on a hilltop, featuring manicured grounds with roses & Japanese gardens.
1-chōme-27-39 Nishigahara, Kita City, Tokyo 114-0024, Japan
+81 3-3910-0394
Did You Know?
Historical Era
The gardens and original residence were built during the Meiji period, a significant era of modernization and Westernization in Japan, which is reflected in its architectural style.
Architectural Mastermind
The Western-style mansion and parts of the garden were designed by Josiah Conder, a prominent British architect who significantly influenced modern Japanese architecture and landscaping.
Seasonal Highlight
Kyu-Furukawa Gardens are particularly famous for their beautiful rose gardens, which bloom spectacularly in spring and autumn, attracting many visitors.
Garden Styles
The gardens uniquely combine two distinct styles: a Western-style terraced garden with roses and a traditional Japanese garden with a pond and winding paths, offering a harmonious blend of cultures.
Highlights from Reviews
• affordable entry
The garden has a very low entrance fee of ¥150 for adults, making it an inexpensive attraction for visitors.
• beautiful Japanese garden
The traditional Japanese garden section is highly praised for its design, tranquil atmosphere, pond, and unique elements like stone lanterns.
• stunning rose garden
The rose garden, when in bloom, is described as beautiful and breathtaking, offering a wide variety of colorful roses.
• peaceful atmosphere
Despite occasional crowds, many visitors find the garden to be a quiet and relaxing place to unwind, meditate, or escape city noise.
• charming historical mansion
The Western-style mansion, though sometimes requiring an extra fee, is admired for its beautiful architecture and historical significance.
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