Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on December 2013

The luscious and spacious Sankeien Garden will be open during the holidays and for three days only, the historic residence of garden founder Sankei Hara will be open to the public. In honor of this special event,  a number of performances wil be held inside the building. Koto concerts, ritual cooking prepration ceremonies, and on the last day visitors can experience a Noh drama held in English.

Jan 1-3, 9am-5pm, ¥200-500. Sankeien Garden Museum. Nearest stn: Negishi. Tel: 045-621-0635.