Tranquility at Tamagawadai Park

Zen moments along the Tama River

Rapunzel Tomacder Oct 28, 2014 - 1 min read

A park bench in the midst of sakura trees

Light purple flowers dancing in the spring breeze

A lone star flower on a bed of earth, leaves, and twigs

The Tama River coursing from behind the wood

Wooden pathway leading up to the gardens

Deciduous and evergreen trees forming a picturesque canopy

Tiny brown buds growing along a path of twigs

Little yellow blossoms getting ready to bloom

I came upon Tamagawadai Park the day after the devastating earthquake in March 2011. I was praying for serenity in the midst of the disaster, and I found it here in these gardens on a plateau along the Tama River.

Tamagawadai Park happens to be the site of ancient burial mounds and relics, dating to as far back as the 4th century. Modern excavations suggest that a great ruler must have had power over the entire area along the river.

The park is a great place to have some quiet time and to enjoy the beauty of nature. There are park benches where you can sit and read a book, and wooden trails that lead to the side of the plateau where you can see the Tama River.