Kichijoji has long been voted by Japanese people as one of the most desirable places to live. Besides the famous Ghibli Museum, the enormous Inokashira Park is definitely one of the main reasons people want to live here. As soon as you enter the park, you’ll be amazed by the vast, lush surroundings, and there’s even a beautiful lake where you can enjoy a leisurely boat ride.
That day, we followed the local custom and rented a cute swan boat to pedal across the water. Seeing this green park from a different angle felt both romantic and relaxing. It’s not only a great place for adults to take a walk and unwind, but also a paradise for children, with plenty of wide-open lawns where they can run around, jump, and burn off energy. When you get tired of walking, you can simply find a bench under the shade of a tree and enjoy a comfortable picnic. One side of the park also leads directly to the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, and the surrounding area has a relaxed and charming atmosphere. No wonder it’s such a dreamy park that makes people long to be here and never want to leave once they step inside.
