Tsuruma Park

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Tsuruma Park

A multi-purpose park with a long history and seasonal flowers.

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This park was opened in 1909 as Nagoya City’s first park, which celebrated its 110th anniversary in 2019. There are many historical monuments and landmarks throughout the park, such as the fountain tower with Roman-style marble columns and rockwork, and the Italian Renaissance-style concert hall, Sogakudo. The municipal zoo used to be located here until it was relocated to Higashiyama in 1937.

It has been selected as one of the “100 best places for cherry blossoms”, and it attracts a large crowd in spring. It is also beautifully illuminated at night. The reflection of Ukimido and cherry blossoms on the surface of Ryugaike Pond is a must-see.

It’s not only cherry blossoms but also seasonal flowers that bloom throughout the year, creating a beautiful Japanese scene. The sight of about 20,000 Japanese irises in full bloom in May and June, as well as the autumn foliage, are must-sees.

There is a tree sample garden around the Nagoya City Greenification Center in Tsuruma Park, and a greenhouse is inside the garden. The “Suifuyo (Hibiscus Mutabilis)”, a mysterious plant whose flowers change color from white in the morning to pink in the afternoon, and crimson in the evening, is well-known at the Greenification Center and is at its best from early August to early October.

Highlights

  • Nagoya's first park opened in 1909 contains lots of historical sites.
  • It is named one of the “100 best places for cherry blossoms” and is well-known as Nagoya’s best cherry blossom viewing spot.
  • It offers stunning scenery throughout the year, with Japanese irises, roses, and autumn leaves.

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  • A historical park opened in 1909.

    A historical park opened in 1909.

  • Sogakudo, the music hall for various concerts.

    Sogakudo, the music hall for various concerts.

  • A fountain tower with Roman-style marble columns and rockwork.

    A fountain tower with Roman-style marble columns and rockwork.

  • It has been selected as one of the “100 best places for cherry blossoms”

    It has been selected as one of the “100 best places for cherry blossoms”

  • Approximately 20,000 Japanese irises are in full bloom in May and June.

    Approximately 20,000 Japanese irises are in full bloom in May and June.

  • The roses are at their peak in spring and autumn.

    The roses are at their peak in spring and autumn.

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Details

Name in Japanese
鶴舞公園
Postal Code
466-0064
Address
1-1 Tsurumai, Showa-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi
Telephone
052-733-8340 (Greenification Center, Tsuruma Park office)
Holiday
Open every day *Nagoya City Greenification Center: Mondays (in case of a national holiday, the following day is closed) and third Wednesdays
Hours
Open 24 hours (Nagoya City Greenification Center opens 9:00am-4:30pm)
Admission
Free
Directions
Nearby the JR/Nagoya Municipal Subway Tsurumai Station
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)