The park was originally commissioned to celebrate diplomatic ties between Mexico and Japan.
The iconic red-painted bridge is designed in the style of traditional Japanese moon bridges.
The park's redesign and restoration in 2015 were supported by the Japanese community in Mexico to preserve its authentic aesthetic.
The stream layout follows traditional Japanese garden principles of representing flowing water through a controlled rock-lined channel.
Parque Masayoshi Ohira is a Japanese-inspired urban garden located in the Country Club Churubusco neighborhood of Mexico City. Originally inaugurated in 1982 as 'Parque de la Pagoda,' it was renamed in honor of the former Japanese Prime Minister Masayoshi Ohira. The park features traditional elements including a stone moon bridge, a wooden torii gate, a small stream, and stone lanterns. The landscaping incorporates Japanese maples, pines, and cherry trees that bloom annually. It serves as a localized cultural space emphasizing Japanese horticultural design within a dense residential district. The park underwent significant restoration in 2015 to repair its water features and structural elements. It is an open-access public space maintained by the local Coyoacán municipal authorities.
The red wooden bridge framing the pond and the surrounding Japanese maples.
Visit during the spring months to witness the cherry blossoms, though blooming periods vary slightly by year.
Bring insect repellent as the small water features can attract mosquitoes, particularly during the humid rainy season.
The park is relatively small; combine this visit with the nearby National Museum of Interventions.
Do not attempt to walk on the structural elements of the water features or climb on the decorative stone lanterns.
Respect the quiet nature of the garden; avoid loud group activities or professional drone photography without local permits.
