Kiyosumi Garden
Defined by its island-accented pond, around which pathways take lead to a succession of carefully landscaped viewpoints with features like manicured trees and ornamental rocks, this traditional garden is one of eastern Tokyo’s underappreciated gems. A highlight is the isowatari, the stepping stones that meander through the pond, allowing you to appreciate the park's reflections in the lake, as well as the carp and turtles. Part of a feudal lord’s residence in the early 1700s, the garden was later owned by the founder of Mitsubishi, who used it to entertain important guests and give staff a place to unwind. Thereafter, it was donated to the city of Tokyo, and opened its doors to everyone in 1932.
