3rd May 2026: The Shikinokaori Rose Garden in Hikarigaoka Nerima Tokyo

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The Shikinokaori Rose Garden in Hikarigaoka, Nerima, opened in 2016 with the theme of “the fragrance of roses,” and has become a cherished place where visitors can enjoy nature with all five senses in the heart of the city. Admission to the garden is free.

The garden is divided into three main areas: the Fragrant Rose Garden, the Color Rose Garden, and the Fragrant Herb Garden. Roses are planted according to six fragrance categories—Damask, Tea, Fruity, Blue, Spicy, and Myrrh—making it one of the few gardens in Japan where each scent is arranged in its own dedicated zone. As you stroll through the pathways, the aroma shifts gently from one area to another, creating a uniquely immersive experience.

In the Color Rose Garden, roses are arranged by hue—white, yellow, apricot, pink, red, and blotched varieties—forming beautiful gradations that create a striking, photogenic landscape. 

Roses reach their peak in spring and autumn, filling the grounds with vibrant color and fragrance. It is a peaceful, Hikarigaoka‑like garden where you can slow down and feel the changing seasons within the city. 

During this visit, I took photos with my wife and daughter, and it was fascinating to see how each of our personalities emerged through the images we captured.

Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/1250s / +0.3


Nikon D750 / AF-S 24-70mm F2.8G ED / ISO100 / F3.5 /1/2000s / 0.0


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/320s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/1250s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/1250s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/500s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/320s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/400s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/1600s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/1000s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II / ISO100 / F2.8 /1/1250s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 16-35mm F4G ED / ISO100 / F10 /1/80s / +0.3


Nikon D850 / AF-S 16-35mm F4G ED / ISO100 / F10 /1/80s / +0.3


    Camera : Nikon D850 and D750 at DPREVIEW
    Lens      : AF-S 16-35mm F4G ED VR and AF-S 70-200mm F2.8G ED VR II at DPREVIEW    


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