The park occupies the grounds formerly held by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' National Institute of Animal Health.
The park was designed with a disaster-resilient layout to serve as an emergency assembly area for Suginami City residents.
The name refers to the historical scientific research once conducted on the site concerning sericulture and silkworm health.
The park's topography includes a stream designed to circulate and filter water through the pond system.
The facility is managed by Suginami City under their urban park revitalization program.
Sanshi-no-mori Park is a 1.7-hectare public green space constructed on the former site of the National Institute of Animal Health. The name Sanshi-no-mori, meaning 'Forest of Silkworms,' pays homage to the site's historical role in sericulture research. The park features a central pond, a stream, and an extensive lawn area designed for community recreation. It functions as a designated disaster prevention park, equipped with emergency water storage and facilities for local evacuation. The landscape integrates preserved mature trees with newer plantings to create a sheltered urban canopy. It serves as a neighborhood hub for local residents, balancing ecological preservation with open space utility.
The wooden bridge overlooking the central pond and the surrounding canopy.
Bring a picnic blanket as the large grassy lawn is the park's central feature.
Look for the informational plaques near the entrance that detail the site's history as a former government research facility.
Avoid walking on planted flower beds and stay on designated gravel or paved paths.
Do not attempt to use the disaster prevention equipment, as these are restricted for emergency use only.
No smoking, pets must be leashed, and avoid loud amplified music to preserve the quiet environment.
