Inokashira Pond

Unclaimed

Clean and comfortable place to get fresh air and meditate. The place is peaceful and not noisy at all. Many trees and blooming flowers will make you feel better. There are many things to watch and nearby there are cafes too.

6 mins walk from Kichijōji station. No cherry blossom sighting for now (7 Mar 2024). Lovely place to rest and eat a sandwich. Playground for kids in sight. Paddle swan boats and boats available for rent. Cool street with thrift stores and eateries on the way to the park.

Nice and beautiful park to spend a day in. Lot of activities. But this was a Cherry Blossom hunting trip and that a bit disappointed, not in the park, but in my planning. Sunny day with dying down wind, a beautiful day to spend with my love one. A stroll in the park, taking pictures, watching others posting in front of the few Cherry Blossom trees, sitting down relaxed by the lake, I am satisfied.

Inokashira Pond, located within walking distance from Kichijoji or Mitaka Station, is like an oasis in the city. On my recent visit, I enjoyed a peaceful stroll around the tranquil pond, watching ducks and turtles, which was incredibly calming. The highlight of my visit was riding a boat—seeing the surrounding trees from the center of the pond was absolutely stunning. During spring and autumn, the vibrant colors of nature make it a paradise for photography lovers. There are also cozy cafes nearby where you can relax and take your time enjoying the park. Inokashira Pond is the perfect place to immerse yourself in nature and recharge.

It was in February 2025. It is so beautiful pond with ducks in there. There is an entrance to Ghibli Studio/Museum. Lots of stores outside the parks. So do not worry if you are hungry or need sonething. You can enjoy the food in the park, too. Eventhough there is very limit trash bin, but the park is so clean. I bet it will be beautiful in Spring.