Chidori Bridge

Chidori Bridge is a stone crossing within Rikugien Garden that joins different paths and serves foot and bicycle traffic. It sits near a cascading waterfall as part of the garden's circulation system.

The bridge was built in the early 1700s when Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu, a major Edo period administrator, created Rikugien Garden. It remains part of one of Tokyo's oldest surviving gardens from that era.

The bridge displays traditional Japanese stone craftsmanship seen in garden structures across generations. Visitors can observe the handmade details of its construction while crossing.

To visit the bridge, you need an admission ticket to Rikugien Garden, as it lies entirely within the grounds. The crossing is easily accessible and clearly marked for both walking and cycling.

Colorful koi fish swim beneath the bridge, creating moving patterns in the water that shift throughout the day. These fish are especially visible from the railings and add living color to the garden scene.