Shimizudani Park, Urban park in Kioichō, Tokyo, Japan
Shimizudani Park is an urban green space in Kioichō featuring ornamental ponds, flower gardens, and tall cherry trees surrounded by dense forest. The wooded area creates a quiet retreat in the middle of the busy city.
The park was established in 1890 when land formerly owned by two samurai clans during the Edo period was opened to the public. This transformation reflected the shift from private to public space in modern Tokyo.
The name comes from a spring that once flowed through this area, shaping the daily life of the neighborhood for generations.
The park is open early morning to late evening daily and sits within easy walking distance of two train stations. Visitors should expect uneven ground and steps, especially in the wooded sections.
Two large stone structures from the old Edo-era water system remain preserved in the park and originally came from the Tamagawa River. These artifacts show how the city once delivered water to its most populated areas.
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