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Inokashira Onshi Park

井の頭恩賜公園

Kichijoji · near Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo / Keio Inokashira), or Inokashira-koen Station (Keio Inokashira Line) (5 min walk)

One of Tokyo's best-loved parks (about nine Tokyo-Domes in area) wrapped around a central pond, five minutes from the shops of Kichijoji. Ideal low-cost half-day when paired with the zoo or Ghibli Museum, both of which sit inside/beside it.

Why children love it: Pedal a swan boat across the pond, feed no one but watch the ducks, then let off steam at the colourful 'Buranko Hiroba' playground with its jungle gym and see-saws.

Best for
Toddlers (2–4), Primary (5–11), Teens (12–17), Adults
Time to allow
2h
Opening hours
Open 24h (grounds); boat hire operates roughly 10:00–17:00, hours vary by season
Price
Park free. Swan/rowing boats charged per 30-min (confirm current rate on-site).
Booking
Usually walk-in
Indoor / weather
outdoor
Confidence
Well-corroborated

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Editor’s note: The playground is genuinely popular — queues form even on weekdays. Address left null (multiple garden entrances); navigate to the station instead.