Highlights

  • 700m 'sakura tunnel' of 260+ cherry trees
  • Rowboat rides along the moat
  • Evening illuminations mirrored on the water

Background & story

The cherry trees lining the former Edo Castle moat make Chidorigafuchi one of central Tokyo's most beloved hanami spots.

Good to know for visitors

Getting there
~5 min walk from Kudanshita Station (Tokyo Metro / Toei) or Hanzomon Station.　Open directions in Google Maps ↗
Booking & entry
Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
Language
Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
Good for
date night, solo-goers

Good to know

Boats fill up fast; arrive early or reserve online, and return after sunset for the lit moat.

Getting there

Chidorigafuchi Moat / Greenway — 2 Sanbancho, Chiyoda, Tokyo

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