Discover relaxing spots hidden in the modern cityscape! 3 peaceful spots created by history and nature in Tamachi

Tamachi is adjacent to the area with Takanawa Gateway Station, which will open in March. Now, it’s about to be reborn into a new town in preparation for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. Tamachi like that is a town close to Tokyo Tower and has modern cityscape unique to Tokyo thanks to corporate office buildings and universities gathering here. On the other hand, there are also lots of spots with a calm atmosphere created by canals and greenery, ones that have a long history since the Edo period and so on. Therefore, Tamachi is also a recommended city when you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and have a relaxing time.

This time, we’re going to introduce 3 Tamachi’s quiet and relaxing spots located in the area where there are many modern buildings.

“Shiba Park” surrounded by rich nature against the background of Tokyo Tower

Opened about 150 years ago, “Shiba Park” is one of Japan’s oldest parks. This park colored by seasonal flowers gains popularity as an urban oasis. There are historical spots such as Shiba Maruyama Kofun (ancient tombs) and Shiba Toshogu Shrine. Besides, it’s also one of the best charms that you can see Tokyo Tower from here. Buy lunch or a light meal around here, sit down on a bench set in the park and enjoy a meal while seeing Tokyo Tower. By the way, approximately 140 Yoshino cherry and Satozakura cherry will be in full bloom in late March. You must be enchanted by the scenery of cherry blossoms blooming proudly against the background of Tokyo Tower.

Opening Hours	Open all year round ※Please contact their service center for inquiries about the opening hours of each facility.
Address	From 1-chome to 4-chome Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
Access	Hotel Gracery Tamachi: A 2-min walk from Akabanebashi where it takes 12 mins by bus from Tamachi Station Hotel Tavinos Hamamatsucho: A 18-min walk from the hotel
URL	https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/format/index001.html

“Shinshiba Canal along green space,” promenade using Venice in the Orient as a motif

This is a promenade along Shinshiba Canal that flows near Tamachi Station. When walking this street continuing from Takeshiba Bridge to Katori Bridge, you can find Shibaura’s symbol ‘Riverside Torio’ on the way. It’s statues of three people playing a trumpet, flute and saxophone famous as a photo spot. In addition, there is also a platform of TOKYO WATER TAXI which enables you to move to Tennouzu and Harumi from Tamachi by cruise, so it might be a good idea to hop on it when strolling the area surrounding Tamachi. At night, the promenade is draped in the gentle light given off by gas lamps, the light of buildings reflects on the water’s surface of the canal and a romantic atmosphere is created. Why not stop by here while taking a walk around Tamachi?

Address	From 1-chome to 4-chome Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
Access	Hotel Gracery Tamachi: A 5-min walk from the hotel Hotel Tavinos Hamamatsucho: A 17-min walk from the hotel
URL	https://visit-minato-city.tokyo/en/places/986

“Atago Shrine” having prevented Tokyo from fire and disasters for over 400 years

“Atago Shrine” located on the top of Mt. Atago which is the highest mountain in Tokyo’s 23 wards. Following the order of Ieyasu Tokugawa, who made the Edo shogunate, it was built in 1603 as a shrine dedicated to the fire god to protect Edo (present-day Tokyo) from fire and disasters. It was destroyed twice by fire and air raids, and the current building was built in 1877. That is to say, this shrine keeps protecting Tokyo at the sacrifice of itself. In addition, it’s also famous as a spot used to be a meeting place for Mito feudal warriors during the Incident outside the Sakurada Gate. Speaking of Atago Shrine’s feature, ‘Success Steps’ which is steep stairs on the approach to the shrine is impressive. It’s said that going up these stairs will benefit your work and advance your career. Stepping into the precinct, you can find spots where gods related to love, money and business are enshrined. Let’s pray to god perfect to your wish!

Opening Hours	Open all year round ※Reception hours for praying and getting red ink stamps is from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Address	1-5-3 Atago, Minato-ku, Tokyo Prefecture
Access	Hotel Gracery Tamachi: A 8-min walk from Onarimon Station which is 2 stations away by the Toei Mita line from Mita Station Hotel Tavinos Hamamatsucho: 10 mins by bus from Shinmei Plaza which is a 11-min walk from the hotel
URL	http://www.atago-jinja.com/