Universal
Design

Several universal design initiatives are underway at Shinjuku Gyoen. This section provides information on the main barrier-free facilities and services, as well as barrier-free routes from the nearest station.

UD Map (Universal Design Information Map)

This map shows paths within Shinjuku Gyoen that may pose movement challenges, as well as the locations of slopes, steps, stairs, and other barriers. This map is recommended for visitors in wheelchairs.

*The gravel paving in the Formal Garden and the Japanese Traditional Garden is part of its landscape design. We are currently discussing ways to renovate the gardens to make them more accessible to visitors in wheelchairs while retaining this landscaping feature.

Information About Barrier-Free Access Routes

This shows barrier-free routes to Shinjuku Gyoen from the nearest major railway stations.
(Link to National Gardens Association HP ※only available in Japanese)

Shinjuku Gate

• From Shinjuku Station (Southeast Exit) to Shinjuku Gate
• From Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Exit 1) to Shinjuku Gate
• From Shinjuku-sanchome Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Exit B4) to Shinjuku Gate
• From Shinjuku-sanchome Station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line, Exit E5) to Shinjuku Gate
• From Shinjuku-sanchome Station (Toei Shinjuku Line, Exit C6) to Shinjuku Gate

Okido Gate

• From Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Exit 1&3) to the Okido Gate

Sendagaya Gate

• From Sendagaya Station (JR) to Sendagaya Gate

Restrooms

Shinjuku Gyoen provides public restrooms that are accessible to wheelchair users and which include multipurpose booths equipped with diaper-changing tables.
For details, refer to the Universal Design Information Map.
Universal Design Information Map

Free Wheelchair Rental

Wheelchairs are available for free at each entrance gate (Shinjuku Gate, Okido Gate, Sendagaya Gate) and service center.
If you need a wheelchair, please feel free to ask the staff.