Taste the quiet beauty of the garden with weeping cherry blossoms and autumn leaves at Rikugien
Rikugien is a beautiful garden that offers different looks in spring and fall. In spring, the garden's iconic weeping cherry trees are in full bloom, and the flowers on their supple drooping branches create a fantastic scene like a curtain of cherry blossoms. Meanwhile, in autumn, the entire garden is tinged with red and orange, and the beauty of the autumn leaves stands out in a serene Japanese atmosphere. Rikugien is a must-visit photo spot where you can feel the changing of the seasons and take your time to photograph the charm of both cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.
Key points for photography
The key to photography is to be aware of compositions that clearly show the main subject of each season. For the weeping cherry blossoms in spring, shooting from a little distance to take advantage of the flow of the branches and the lines of their drooping lines will give the cherry blossoms a sense of volume and depth that is typical of a garden. In the fall, the Japanese atmosphere of Rikugien can be accentuated by capturing the autumn foliage against the backdrop of the garden's paths, stone bridges, and pond area. Regardless of the season, choosing soft morning or evening light and arranging the background by changing the position of the subject slightly will result in a calm and beautiful photograph.
Best viewing and photography timing
Best Season
春
Recommended times
昼
Access & Basic Information (Check Before Shooting)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 6-16-3, Honkomagome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo |
| subject | Weeping cherry blossoms, autumn leaves |
| Admission fee | Yes |
| Admission Time | Yes |
| Parking lot | None |
| Restroom | Yes |
