Experience the Spirit of Japan Near Haneda Airport:

Visit Ikegami Plum Garden

If you have just arrived in Tokyo at Haneda Airport or have a little free time before your next flight, there is a special place nearby where you can experience the quiet beauty of traditional Japan. Ikegami Plum Garden is a peaceful Japanese garden located in Ota City, offering international travelers a chance to slow down and connect with nature and history—even during a short stay.

A Quiet Garden in Ota City, Near Haneda Airport

Ikegami Plum Garden is located in Ota City, within reasonable reach of Haneda Airport by public transportation or taxi. While it is not in the city center, the garden can be visited comfortably as a half-day outing, making it a good option for travelers who wish to explore a quieter side of Tokyo near the airport.

Seasonal Beauty and Japanese Atmosphere

The garden is especially famous for its plum blossoms, which bloom from late winter to early spring. More than 300 plum trees fill the garden with soft colors and a gentle fragrance, creating a calm and refined atmosphere. Plum blossoms have been admired in Japan for centuries as a symbol of perseverance and the arrival of spring.

Even outside the blossom season, visitors can enjoy traditional landscaping, seasonal scenery, and peaceful walking paths that reflect the aesthetics of a classic Japanese garden.

Recommended: Night Light-up

During the plum blossom season, evening Light-up events are sometimes held. After sunset, soft lighting highlights the delicate shapes of the plum trees and flowers, creating a quiet and elegant nighttime atmosphere. For visitors seeking a unique seasonal experience near Haneda Airport, an evening visit during the light-up period is well worth considering.
This event usually takes place from mid-February to the end of the month. For specific dates and details, please visit the [official website].

A Place to Slow Down and Reflect

Unlike crowded tourist destinations, Ikegami Plum Garden offers a tranquil environment where visitors can take their time. From small hills within the garden, you may see traditional rooftops of the surrounding neighborhood and, on clear days, even Mount Fuji in the distance. Benches and open spaces encourage visitors to pause, take photos, or simply enjoy a moment of calm.

Discover Local Culture in Ota City

Ota City is not only home to Haneda Airport but also an area rich in everyday local culture. Visiting Ikegami Plum Garden allows travelers to experience a residential neighborhood with local cafés, traditional sweets, and small shops. The area also participates in Ota City’s travel stamp program, where visitors can collect free stamps as a unique souvenir of their journey.

Learn more about the free stamps here.

Access to Ikegami Plum Garden from Haneda Airport

By Train

Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station
Take the Keikyu Line from Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station.
Keikyu Kamata Station
Get off at Keikyu Kamata Station and walk to nearby Kamata Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line. The walk takes about 10 minutes and is well signposted.
Ikegami Station (Tokyu Ikegami Line)
From Kamata Station, take the Tokyu Ikegami Line and get off at Ikegami Station.
Walk to Ikegami Plum Garden
From Ikegami Station, the garden is about a 20-minute walk through a quiet residential area.

By Taxi

For travelers with luggage or limited time, taking a taxi from Haneda Airport is also a convenient option. The journey takes approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on traffic, and offers a comfortable and direct way to reach the garden.

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Visitor Information

Regular Opening Hours
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Last entry: 4:00 p.m.)
Opening Hours during Light-up period

9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Last entry: 7:30 p.m.)

The garden is open every day throughout February and March.
Closed

Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a public holiday), Year-end and New Year holidays
　　　*Open every day in February and March

Admission Fee
Adults 100 yen, Children (6-15) 20yen, Free entry Seniors (65 and over), Children (5 and under), Disability certificate holders (please present a valid ID or certificate for free entry.)