[Tokyo ]Seven relatively uncrowded spots for sightseeing in Tokyo!

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hikari(@hikari_yam)がシェアした投稿

Todoroki Gorge, a healing spot in Setagaya Ward, is not a major tourist attraction, but it is a hidden gem.
It is also home to the Tanizawa River, and is the only valley in the 23 wards of Tokyo. It is also rich in spring water, with 30 springs in this valley alone. As you walk along the promenade in the sunlight through the trees, you will see not only the river, but also the red golf bridge, ravine bridge, Tamazawa bridge, Riken bridge, Todoroki Gorge No. 3 side cave, Japanese garden and Shoin.

Also as a summer getaway

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ゆい(@yui__0430)がシェアした投稿

The reason why there is so much nature left within the 23 wards is because Setagaya Ward has issued an ordinance on landscape creation. Not only new houses, but also the old scenery has been carefully preserved.
There is also a park and an expanse of lawn, which can be enjoyed by anyone who goes there.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Todoroki Keikoku (Todoroki Canyon)
Address: 1-22, 2-37-38 Todoroki, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 158-0082, Japan
Phone number: 03-3704-4972
No Smoking・Cigarette Eating：No Smoking
Space & Facilities: Enjoy the only canyon in 23 wards in Setagaya Ward.
URL：https://www.city.setagaya.lg.jp/theme/kanko/002/003/003/d00039481.html

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This is a pond garden in Toshima-ku, where you can experience nature from season to season. The garden is centered around Akatori-an, a tea ceremony house built in the sukiya style, and a white plaster row-house gate welcomes visitors.
There are small hexagonal resting places around the pond for visitors to admire the spectacular view. There is also a waterfall where visitors can bathe in negative ions in the middle of the city.

You can see the beauty of nature's formations.

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@yeeenjoooyがシェアした投稿

There are many sights to see, such as stepping stones along the water's edge, a small hexagonal rest area, and a waterfall viewing platform, and a leisurely stroll around the pond is enough to relieve daily stress.
During the fall foliage season, the area is lit up and is also home to the common goldeneye ducks. Especially in early summer, the ducklings are emerging and it is common to see parents and children of the ducklings.
Although it is crowded during the fall foliage season, it is a popular spot with few people at other times of the year.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Mejiro Teien (Mejiro Garden)
Address: 3-20-18 Mejiro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-0031
Phone number: 03-5996-4810
Hours: 9:00 - 17:00, until 19:00 in July and August
Closed: 2nd and 4th Mondays, December 29-January 3
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is an authentic Japanese garden located in a residential area of Mejiro. There is a pond and a waterfall, and you can meet a family of ducklings.
URL：https://mejiro-garden.com/

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shutess-photo(@shutess)がシェアした投稿

The park is located in Nerima Ward and is a large park with two ponds, Shakuji Pond and Sanboji Pond.
It is also known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, with approximately 290 cherry trees in full bloom in the spring. It is also known as a surprisingly quiet spot, as there are not that many tourists outside of the cherry blossom season. Around the pond, there is a swamp plant community, where visitors can see some rarely seen plant life. Seasonal flowers are also in bloom, allowing visitors to experience all four seasons.

Boats are also available!

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mE(@1919_me)がシェアした投稿

Low boats, cycle boats, and swan boats are available for rent at Shakujii Pond, and visitors can also enjoy walking on the water. Fishing is also available for enjoyment. There is also a store and rest area next to the boat rental place, where you can enjoy eating and drinking. There is also a tennis field and a baseball field, and the area is so natural and spacious that it is hard to believe that it is in Mejiro.


"Facility Information "
Facility name: Shakujii Park
Address: 1-26-1 Shakujiidai, Nerima-ku, Tokyo 177-0045
Phone number: 03-3996-3950 (Shakujii Koen Service Center)
Hours of operation: Open 24 hours a day
Closed: Year-end and New Year holidays
Budget: Free (some facilities charge a fee)
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is a large park with Shakuji Pond and Sanboji Pond in Nerima Ward. There are boats and lots of nature to enjoy.
URL：https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/format/index006.html

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TK.jinjya8(@toshie118m)がシェアした投稿

This shrine is located in Taito Ward and is said to be the birthplace of the beckoning cat. The shrine is a popular power spot for matchmaking and has become popular among young women. Since the shrine is dedicated to the god of the first married couple in Japanese mythology, matchmaking parties are held on an irregular basis. It is recommended for those who are serious about bringing together a good marriage. Imado Shrine is also said to be the place where Soji Okita ended his life.

The round ema is an edge and a circle

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鹿美 ベリーダンス／Uber Eats(@shikami_kobayashi)がシェアした投稿

It is also recommended to write your wishes on the circular ema (votive tablet), which is a combination of the words "en" and "yen," and take a picture with the beckoning cat. It is said that it is especially lucky to see Nami, a white cat, so it is recommended to look for her. Many beckoning cats are placed in the shrine pavilions and offices, so this shrine is also recommended for cat lovers. It is also one of the Seven Gods of Good Luck in Asakusa, so it is a good place to drop by when sightseeing in Asakusa.

"Facility Information "
Name: Imado Shrine
Address: 1-5-22 Imado, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0024
Phone number: 03-3872-2703
Hours: 9:00 - 17:00 (subject to change depending on conditions)
Regular holiday: No mid-year break
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is the shrine in Taito Ward where the beckoning cat originated. It is said to be a shrine that brings good luck and is popular among young women.
URL：https://imadojinja1063.crayonsite.net/

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かなうぇ(@kanawe)がシェアした投稿

Located near Omotesando Station, the Nezu Museum is an art museum with an authentic Japanese garden. The museum exhibits many works of art, mainly from the antique collection of Kaichiro Nezu.
Surrounded by bamboo hedges, the museum has a modern architecture that seems to have been made for Buddhist art and to showcase Buddhist art in a beautiful way. Even the ceiling is made of bamboo, reminding us that nothing extra is needed to showcase beauty.

Authentic Japanese garden followed by a cafe.

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REIKA 🥀(@reika0901)がシェアした投稿

After strolling through the large, authentic Japanese garden with its many attractions, including the Tenjin no Tobai-me Shrine, the god of learning, and the Yakushido Hall, visitors can take a break in the museum's stylish cafe.
Not only sweets, but also authentic meat pies and pastas are available, allowing visitors to enjoy an oasis in the heart of the city. The museum store offers tasteful souvenirs inspired by the artworks in the museum's collection.
It is a valuable museum where visitors can spend a relaxing time.

"Facility Information "
Name: Nezu Museum of Art
Address: 6-5-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062
Phone number: 03-3400-2536
Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Monday
Budget: Adults 1,600 yen/High school students and older 1,300 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: The museum is located in Aoyama, Minato-ku, and has an authentic Japanese garden for an elegant stroll together with the museum.
URL：https://www.nezu-muse.or.jp/

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mina / Mine Kang 강 미내(@miinakan)がシェアした投稿

Hachijo-jima is a volcanic island in the Izu Islands that is a combination of two volcanoes; the two volcanoes are combined to form a gourd-shaped island, which allows visitors to tour around the crater.
It has become a resort where you can enjoy the natural beauty of Tokyo. It takes a minimum of 10 hours and 20 minutes by boat, and only about an hour by air. The island has a lot of nature, and there are many places of interest such as the Uramigataki Waterfall and the Minami-Nanbara Tatamijiki. Of course, there are also many sea activities.

Fishing can also be enjoyed with gusto!

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原島僚喜(@harayantomo)がシェアした投稿

Visitors can also enjoy sea fishing and other exciting activities, and can catch large fish that are not easily seen on the mainland. The remains of cave camps and air-raid shelters from the war have been preserved, allowing visitors to learn about the history of the war.
There are hot springs on the island, and many tourists come to Hachijo-jima for the hot springs. Since Hachijo-jima is a remote island from Tokyo, the license plates of cars on Hachijo-jima are Shinagawa license plates.

"Facility Information "
Facility Name: Hachijojima Island
Address: 2551-2, Ohgago, Hachijo-cho, Hachijojima, Tokyo 100-1498, Japan
Phone number: 04996-2-1121 (Hachijo Town Hall)
Space and Facilities: Visitors can experience activities to enjoy nature on Hachijojima, a remote island in Tokyo that is only about an hour's flight away.

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ほおずき(@yuk_ihi_roo)がシェアした投稿

The Ogasawara Islands, a World Heritage Site in Tokyo, are unexplored and remote islands accessible only by boat. The islands are made up of 30 islands 1,000 km from Tokyo.
It takes about 24 hours by boat, but the sea and scenery are spectacular. It is also home to coral reefs, making it a sacred place for diving. The color of the ocean is so clear that it is almost as if the boat is floating on top of the sea.

Chichijima Hahajima and many other islands

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竹澤 博隆(@hirotakatakezawa)がシェアした投稿

The largest island is Chichijima, followed by Hahajima, and then a group of smaller islands that make up the Ogasawara Islands. To get to any of the islands, you must first arrive at Chichijima before crossing over to the other islands. The boats are so popular that they are also used for whale watching, as encounters with wild whales are very common.
All of the islands are also equipped with accommodations and other amenities. There are plenty of sea activities, as well as mountain activities with plenty of nature, and at night you can literally see the stars in the sky and the Milky Way.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Ogasawara Islands
Address: Nishimachi, Chichijima, Ogasawara-mura, Tokyo 100-2101
Telephone number: 04998-2-3111 (Ogasawara Village Office)
Space & Facilities: Visitors can fully enjoy nature activities in the Ogasawara Islands, 1,000 km away from Tokyo.
URL：https://www.ogasawaramura.com/