What are the opening hours of GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen?

10:00–16:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

How much does GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen cost?

Free to join (Shinjuku Gyoen admission: adults ¥500, 65+ and students high school and above ¥250, junior high and under free)

Where is GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen and what is the nearest station?

It is held at Shinjuku Gyoen (Landscape Garden and Formal Garden). The nearest station is Shinjuku-gyoemmae Sta..

GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen

Japanese title: GTFグリーンチャレンジデー2026 in 新宿御苑

Shinjuku Gyoen (Landscape Garden and Formal Garden) (Shinjuku-gyoemmae Sta.)

A participatory environmental festival supporting eco-friendly 'Green Challenge' actions by companies, local governments, groups and citizens. Held Nov 7–8, 10:00–16:00, in Shinjuku Gyoen's landscape and formal gardens. Free with no registration; the garden admission (adults ¥500) applies.

Dates: Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun)
Time: 10:00–16:00
Price: Free to join (Shinjuku Gyoen admission: adults ¥500, 65+ and students high school and above ¥250, junior high and under free)
Venue: Shinjuku Gyoen (Landscape Garden and Formal Garden)
Nearest station: Shinjuku-gyoemmae Sta.

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About this event

A participatory environmental festival supporting "Green Challenge" eco-friendly actions by companies, local governments, organizations and citizens. Running since 2010, this is the 16th edition. Co-organized by the Ministry of the Environment and others, it fills two gardens in Shinjuku Gyoen with stages, workshops, a market, food booths and a character stamp rally. The theme is "Connect and Support Forests, Villages, Rivers and Seas."

Highlights

Booths where you learn about biodiversity, decarbonization and resource recycling through exhibits and activities
Stage and workshops
A market and the food booth area "Kanshoku"
Character stamp rally
The Chrysanthemum Exhibition, linked to the Imperial Family, is held at the same time

Good for: People who want to learn about the environment by seeing, touching and tasting

Good to know

No registration needed
Held rain or shine; cancelled in stormy weather
In 2025, about 34,000 people visited over 2 days

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

Distance from major stations

From Shinjuku-gyoemmae: 0.4 km, about 6 min on foot
From Kokuritsu-Kyogijo: 0.7 km, about 12 min on foot
From Shinjuku-sanchome: 0.7 km, about 12 min on foot
From Shinjuku: 1.1 km, about 17 min on foot

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

Other events nearby

Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2026Shinjuku Gyoen Japanese Garden (Shinjuku-gyoemmae Sta.) · 0.2 km, about 4 min on foot from here · Nov 1 (Sun) – Nov 15 (Sun)
Haikyu!! Wakuwaku School Festival POP UP SHOP by Production I.G (Shinjuku Marui Annex)Shinjuku Marui Annex 6F, Calendarium 6 (Shinjuku-sanchome Sta.) · 0.7 km, about 11 min on foot from here · Oct 23 (Fri) – Nov 8 (Sun)
Ai Yamaguchi: "Momo to Shijukara" (Isetan Shinjuku Art Gallery)Isetan Shinjuku, Main Building 6F Art Gallery (Shinjuku-sanchome Sta.) · 0.9 km, about 14 min on foot from here · Oct 28 (Wed) – Nov 10 (Tue)
Marron Nagao Exhibition: KAWAII FOREVER (Isetan Shinjuku)Isetan Shinjuku, Main Building 6F Art & Frame (Shinjuku-sanchome Sta.) · 0.9 km, about 14 min on foot from here · Nov 4 (Wed) – Nov 17 (Tue)
Noël à la Mode 2026 Champagne FestivalIsetan Shinjuku, Main Bldg. 6F event hall (Shinjuku Sta.) · 0.9 km, about 14 min on foot from here · Nov 4 (Wed) – Nov 9 (Mon)
Christmas Collection 2026 (Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower)Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower 20F Lounge South Court (Shinjuku Sta.) · 1.0 km, about 15 min on foot from here · Nov 1 (Sun) – Dec 25 (Fri)

Food and cafes nearby

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FAQ

What is GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen?: A participatory environmental festival supporting "Green Challenge" eco-friendly actions by companies, local governments, organizations and citizens. Running since 2010, this is the 16th edition. Co-organized by the Ministry of the Environment and others, it fills two gardens in Shinjuku Gyoen with stages, workshops, a market, food booths and a character stamp rally. The theme is "Connect and Support Forests, Villages, Rivers and Seas."
When is GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen?: Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun)
What are the opening hours of GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen?: 10:00–16:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.
How much does GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen cost?: Free to join (Shinjuku Gyoen admission: adults ¥500, 65+ and students high school and above ¥250, junior high and under free)
Where is GTF Green Challenge Day 2026 in Shinjuku Gyoen and what is the nearest station?: It is held at Shinjuku Gyoen (Landscape Garden and Formal Garden). The nearest station is Shinjuku-gyoemmae Sta..

Checked against the official page on October 27, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.

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