Shinjuku Gyo-en Greenhouse

Shinjuku Gyo-en Greenhouse is a glass structure housing an extensive collection of tropical and subtropical plants, including specialized sections for rare orchids and endangered species. The interior is divided into different climate zones to meet the needs of various plant species.

The site began in 1872 as an agricultural research station after it was previously a private mansion. The current glass structure was built in the 1950s and has served as a permanent home for the plant collection since then.

The greenhouse displays Japanese gardening tradition through carefully arranged plant collections and visible dedication to cultivation practices. Visitors can observe how each plant thrives in its designed environment.

The greenhouse is easily accessible from three entrance gates and features temperature-controlled indoor spaces that remain comfortable throughout the year. Visitor guides and informational signs throughout the building explain the collection layout and plant care methods.

The greenhouse also functions as a research center dedicated to preserving endangered plant species, housing specimens from tropical regions across the world. This conservation work makes it an important site for global plant protection research.

Location: Naitōmachi

Inception: 1958

Architects: Nihon Sekkei

GPS coordinates: 35.68667,139.71250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:45