The park was originally a part of the 'Nambu-zaka' estate owned by the Mori clan of the Morioka Domain during the Edo period.
The statue of Arisugawa Taruhito, originally located at Kasumigaseki, was relocated to the park in 1962.
The grounds contain a dedicated reading area and courtyard associated with the adjacent Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library.
The park's pond is designed to emulate the natural beauty of Japanese landscape paintings, incorporating stone arrangements and koi populations.
The site features a specific memorial plaque dedicated to the Arisugawa-no-miya imperial line.
Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park is a hilly, wooded public space located in Minato City on the site of a former feudal estate belonging to the Mori clan. The land was gifted to Prince Arisugawa Taruhito in 1880 and later donated to the City of Tokyo for use as a public park. Its terrain features varied elevations, small waterfalls, a central pond, and dense forest paths typical of traditional Japanese strolling gardens. The park is geographically significant for its placement on the Musashino Terrace, creating a marked contrast with the surrounding urban landscape. It functions as a critical green lung in the Minamiazabu district, home to the Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library. The layout preserves historical garden design elements while serving as a public recreational area. The park spans approximately 67,000 square meters of managed natural terrain.
The wooden bridge overlooking the main koi pond, especially when framed by seasonal maple trees.
Bring a book to enjoy in the quiet seating areas outside the public library.
Explore the steep walking paths that lead to the upper plateau for a view of the pond area from above.
Pack a picnic, as the park features several open lawn areas suitable for seating.
Attempting to swim or wade in the pond and park water features.
Take all trash with you as there are limited bins; remain on marked trails to protect the forest floor.
