We strolled through a small traditional Japanese-style garden and pond, the Rikugien Garden, that was completed in 1702 during the Edo period. In the 1900s, it became a second resident of the founder of Mitsubishi. Unique to the garden were the variety of natural bridges, including a large slab stone bridge, earthern bridge, and small stepping stones. Later in the day we crossed over a modern pedestrian bridge with views of the skyscrapers and highways. It was an interesting comparison of crossings. Before we headed back south to main Tokyo, we walked through Nippori, an older area with little traffic and several pedestrian-only streets.
Rikugien Garden
overview from the tallest hill in the garden, 35m high,
Fujimi-yama, "Fuji-view Peak"
stepping stones
grassy bridge
old boat
stone bridge
Nippori
old-fashioned shopping lane
shop selling handmade bamboo baskets
bustling vegetable stall
Yanaka cemetary- interesting vertical markers
Modern pedestrian bridge crossing
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