Written by Patrick Balfe
Take a stroll around one of Tokyo’s most stunning Edo-Period gardens and try your hand at Haiku at this event organized by WeLearn Cafe.
What to expect
Meaning “Six Poem Garden”, Rikugien Garden is one of the city’s best examples of a traditional Japanese strolling garden. Its rolling landscape and meticulously framed views, which change as you walk, include design elements that reference Japanese poetry. What better place to learn the traditional Japanese poetry form of haiku?
As you take in the park’s winding paths, stone bridges, and gentle breezes, WeLearn staff will help you capture your thoughts in a few simple words as you craft your own unique haiku.
After the stroll, feel free to share your new creation, chat amongst the group, and get to know some new friends.
Entry
Participation in the event is ¥1,000, paid in person by cash or PayPay. Register your attendance here.
Members enjoy free or discounted access to all events and lessons, no café charge, a 7-day free trial, and the option to cancel at any time. You can sign up via the official website.
Members or free-trial subscribers can join this event for free.
Meeting details
The group will meet at 12 p.m. in front of the Somei-mon Gate at Rikugien Garden. The gate is just a 2-minute walk from the South Exit of JR Komagome Station. Keep an eye out for staff holding a WeLearn sign.
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- 408 m from Komagome Station Namboku Line (N14)Yamanote Line (JY10)
- 0.6 km from Sengoku Station Mita Line (I14)
- 0.8 km from Sugamo Station Mita Line (I15)Yamanote Line (JY11)
