Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park
Park Public Tokyo park with ponds and historic gardens
In Tokyo’s Minato ward, Arisugawa-no-miya Park offers ponds, shaded paths, playgrounds and a quiet respite from busy streets; locals stroll, jog and picnic among traditional landscaping.
Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park is an urban park in Minato, Tokyo, created on the grounds of a former imperial family estate. The park combines landscaped gardens, a central pond, walking paths and recreational facilities within a compact city setting.
Facilities include tree-lined promenades, a pond with bridges, play areas and courts for sports, offering a mix of passive and active recreation. The park is used by local residents for walking, jogging and daily leisure.
Originally part of the Arisugawa-no-miya household holdings, the area was transformed into a public park to provide green space within Tokyo’s dense urban fabric. It now functions as a well-used municipal park within the Minato ward.
The park sits between the Hiroo and Gaien areas of Tokyo, within walking distance of several residential neighbourhoods and public transit stops.
- Park features: Located in Minato Ward, the park is an urban green space known for its pond, winding paths and sports facilities.
- Origins: The site was developed from the former Arisugawa-no-miya imperial estate and retains landscaped elements and mature trees.
How to Get to Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park #
The park is in Minato Ward. It is roughly a 7-12 minute walk from Hiroo Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line) and about 10-15 minutes from Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) depending on route. Local buses also serve nearby stops.
Tips for Visiting Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park #
- Enter through the smaller gate near Hiroo if coming by metro - it's less crowded and drops visitors closer to the oak glades.
- Visit in late afternoon when the setting sun slants through plane trees and the park's ponds catch the light.
- Note the playgrounds: local families use them heavily on weekends, so weekdays or early mornings feel more restful.
Best Time to Visit Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park #
An urban park best visited spring-autumn for mild weather and seasonal color. Accessible year-round; early morning is peaceful.
Weather & Climate near Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park #
Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1473 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (157 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
