Before heading to the Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival, I made an impromptu visit to Hama-rikyu Gardens. I expected only a quick stroll—but instead, I found a serene retreat that soothed my senses and exceeded expectations.
What I saw was a harmonious blend of nature and history. Hydrangeas blooming at my feet, irises swaying in the wind, and Tokyo Tower rising in the distance. It was a stunning early-summer symphony of color and calm.
As a physician constantly navigating tense situations, I was reminded of how essential nature is—not just for physical well-being, but for restoring emotional balance.
Edo-Era Landscape Meets Modern Skyline
Originally built as a feudal lord’s villa during the Edo period, Hama-rikyu Gardens still preserves its majestic layout and peaceful spirit—even amid modern skyscrapers.
From one of the garden’s gentle elevations, I spotted Tokyo Tower rising among the trees. That quiet contrast between the past and the present is what makes this garden so special.
A Dual Delight: Hydrangeas and Irises in Full Bloom
In early June, I was lucky to catch both hydrangeas and irises at their peak.
The layered shades of blue and purple in the hydrangeas—lacecap and mophead alike—offered a calming beauty that countered the usual rainy-season gloom.
The irises, meanwhile, danced elegantly in the wind, their stately hues of white and violet radiating a serene strength.
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Doctor’s Insight: Restoring the Autonomic Balance
In medicine, we often forget that we too are human—subject to the very imbalances we treat in others.
Walking through a tranquil space like Hama-rikyu helps calm the sympathetic nervous system and gently activates the parasympathetic, restoring balance.
Nature, I believe, should be more consciously integrated into our prescription for health—not just for patients, but for caregivers too.
Visiting Tips
- Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last entry: 4:30 PM)
- Admission: ¥300 for adults
- Seasonal Highlights: Hydrangeas and irises in June, canola blossoms in spring, cosmos in autumn
- Access: 7-minute walk from Shiodome Station (Toei Oedo Line)
- Official Website
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Perhaps it is in these hectic days that we need flowers that bloom softly.
The first thing I tried was a flower subscription service👇. It’s affordable to start, easy to cancel, and fits right into your lifestyle.
You don’t have to do ikebana right off the bat, just a quick display of flowers in a vase at hand will do.
A simple bouquet can bring peace to even the busiest days.
That’s what makes flower subscriptions so appealing.
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