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Shakujii Park
石神井公園Tokyo · Kanto
A large park in western Nerima Ward built around two spring-fed ponds, Shakujii Pond and Sampo-ji Pond, with birdwatching, boating, and the earthwork ruins of 14th-15th century Shakujii Castle, seat of the Toshima samurai clan. Established as a formal park in 1959, it remains a quiet local retreat far from the city center. Best timed for spring cherry blossoms (late March-early April) and autumn foliage (November).
- Best season
- Spring · Autumn
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Rating
- 4.3· 4,518 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free general admission; some facilities (boat rental, sports courts, parking) charge separately
- Nearest station
- Shakujii-koen Station (Seibu Ikebukuro Line)
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
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