Researched guide · Checked on Nov 9, 2026
Walk through a famous rose garden, a large greenhouse, plum and cherry trees and woodland at Jindai Botanical Gardens in Chofu, western Tokyo. The roses bloom in spring and autumn, and in 2026 the Autumn Rose Festival and the chrysanthemum show both run until November 23.
Quick answer
Autumn 2026: Autumn Rose Festival October 6 – November 23, chrysanthemum show October 31 – November 23.
Admission: ¥500 for adults, ¥250 for 65+. Free for elementary school children and younger.
Hours: 9:30–17:00 (last entry 16:00). Closed on Mondays (or the next day if Monday is a holiday) and December 29 – January 1.
What to see
- Rose garden: the main attraction, in spring and autumn.
- Large greenhouse with tropical plants (closes at 16:30).
- Water plant garden (closes at 16:30).
- Plum garden, cherry trees and massed azaleas in spring.
- A wide lawn and natural woodland.
Autumn 2026: roses and chrysanthemums
Both events end on November 23, 2026, so plan your visit before then.
| Autumn Rose Festival | Chrysanthemum show | |
|---|---|---|
| Dates | October 6 – November 23 | October 31 – November 23 |
| What to see | About 300 varieties and 5,000 rose plants in autumn, plus rose hips in the wild and old rose area | Large chrysanthemums, small bonsai-style chrysanthemums, classic varieties and a cart decorated with flowers |
| Hours | 9:30–17:00, last entry 16:00 | 9:30–17:00, last entry 16:00. Closes at 16:00 on November 23. |
The garden says rose fragrance is strongest from early morning to late morning on sunny days. Soap bubbles float over the rose garden for 15 minutes at 10:00, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00 on November 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 and 23. In spring, the roses peak around mid-May.
Tickets and hours
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | ¥500 |
| 65 and over | ¥250 |
| Junior high school students | ¥200 |
| Elementary school children and younger | Free |
- Junior high school students who live or attend school in Tokyo are free.
- Open 9:30–17:00. Last entry 16:00.
- Closed on Mondays (when Monday is a national holiday or October 1, closed the next day instead) and December 29 – January 1.
- Free days: May 4 and October 1.
How to get there
There is no train station right next to the garden. Take a bus to the “Jindai Shokubutsu Koen” or “Jindai Shokubutsu Koen-mae” stop from one of these stations:
- Chofu or Tsutsujigaoka Station (Keio Line)
- Mitaka or Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo Line)
Address: 5-31-10 Jindaiji-motomachi, Chofu-shi. There is paid parking. See our Chofu and Fuchu guide.
FAQ
When is the chrysanthemum show at Jindai Botanical Gardens?
In 2026 it runs from October 31 to November 23. The garden is closed on Mondays, but open on Monday, November 23, a national holiday, until 16:00.
How much is Jindai Botanical Gardens?
¥500 for adults and ¥250 for visitors aged 65 and over. Elementary school children and younger are free.
When do the roses bloom?
In spring, peaking around mid-May, and in autumn, from mid-October. The 2026 Autumn Rose Festival runs from October 6 to November 23.
When is it closed?
On Mondays (or the next day if Monday is a holiday) and December 29 to January 1.
How do I get there?
Take a bus from Chofu or Tsutsujigaoka Station (Keio Line), or from Mitaka or Kichijoji Station (JR Chuo Line).
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Sources
Hours, prices, highlights and access come from the Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association’s official website (checked November 9, 2026; bus access checked October 20, 2026). Please check before you go.
