Tokyo's hidden gem! A complete guide to Edo-Tokyo Architectural Park

#TokyoTrafficStrategy Want to explore hidden gems around Tokyo? The Edo-Tokyo Architectural Park is definitely worth a visit! This park located in Koganei City brings together classic buildings by many masters and celebrities. It not only has pure Japanese-style old houses, but also unique designs that blend Japanese and Western styles from the Edo period. Although my friends jokingly call it "like a domestic movie theater", it is sparsely populated and allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of history and architecture. When you are tired of shopping, you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea in the western-style building. Even the caterpillar pattern on the park’s brochure was designed by Hayao Miyazaki himself. No wonder this is the master’s secret base for finding inspiration! Transportation Guide: The most convenient way from downtown Tokyo is to take the JR Chuo Line rapid train to Tachikawa Station, then transfer to the JR Nanbu Line to Koganei Station. The entire journey takes about 30 minutes. After exiting the station, walk for 10 minutes from the north exit. There are road signs along the way, and you can easily reach the park by following the signs. If you depart from Shinjuku, you can also take the Keio Sagamihara Line and transfer to the JR Nanbu Line at Chofu Station to Koganei. In addition, there is a bus stop "Edo-Tokyo Architectural Garden" near the park. Some buses from the city can go directly to the park. When looking for bus information, you can pay attention to the keyword "Edo-Tokyo Architectural Garden" in the bus route name. Whichever way you choose, you’ll quickly reach this underrated architectural treasure! Remember to set aside half a day to slowly feel the charm of time settling down~