Gosho Imperial Palace Playground

If you need some fresh air and the kids need a good play in the great outdoors, you cannot beat this playground at the north end of the Kyoto Imperial Palace Park (Gosho). It’s our go-to spot when we’re in Kyoto with the kids.

At the northwest end of the Kyoto Imperial Palace Park, you will find this nice little playground with a small collection of equipment like swings, see-saws, slides and a sandbox for the little ones. The playground itself is pretty basic, but the location makes it special: it’s surrounded by cherry trees, which burst into bloom in late March and early April (in fact, it’s one of the best cherry blossom spots in the entire city). But, even when the cherries aren’t in bloom, it’s beautiful — a soothing green oasis in the city.

There’s a rest area with vending machines and a bathroom nearby.

English name:
Gosho Imperial Palace Playground

Japanese name:
京都御苑 運動施設

English address:
Kyotogyoen, Kamigyo-ku

Japanese address:
上京区京都御苑

Opening hours:
Varies by facility

Admission:
Varies by facility

Non-smoking area: Yes

Nearest Transport:
8 min walk from Marutamachi Station Exit 1, Karasuma subway line

Nearest Hotels:
Check availability and pricing for hotels near to the Gosho Playground on Agoda.com.

Telephone: 211-6364

Website: Official Website (Twitter in Japanese)

Near To Here:
Gosho Imperial Palace Playground is located in Central Kyoto. See our complete list of things to do in Central Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.

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