Inokashira Park boats
A beautiful lake surrounded by a forest was given by the Imperial family to the people of Tokyo, and in 1918 opened as Inokashira Onshi Park (井の頭恩賜公園). The cherry trees in the spring and the changing colors of autumn attract large crowds, but throughout the year, it is possible to enjoy the area.
There is a small shrine to the goddess of love, Benzaiten, and areas where artists and other vendors set up stalls. Local entertainers frequently perform in the park on weekends. Take a break at one of the snack shops, or relax and have a picnic on one of the benches.
Map of Inokashira Park
One of the highlights of the park is Inokashira Zoo, which specializes in indigenous species such as cranes, raccoon dogs, and Japanese martens. There are Asian elephants, tropical birds, and a small aquarium with tropical fish. Be sure to visit the petting area for domestic animals. The zoo has an intensive breeding and conservation program for several types of animal.
アジアゾウ（Asian elephant）
The Inokashira Zoo is open from 9:30 am to 5 pm, but is closed on Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday.). Children up to 12 years old enter for free, from 13-15 years old cost ¥150 yen, and 16-64 years are ¥400 yen. Seniors over 65 enter for ¥200. The closest station is JR Kichioji; take the south exit. For more information about the zoo: http://www.tokyo-zoo.net/english/ino/main.html
photos by:
kanegen &
philippe.charles9,
Tai-Hua Lu,
_temaki_
