Sundays in my books is usually associated with long brunches followed by lazing around with a good book OR getting up early for breakfast and a nice outdoorsy stroll, dependent on the weather. Back in Singapore, Sundays is where I make it a point to have breakfast with the folks, gym or spending time with the little nephew. Speaking of which, I can’t wait for them to come and visit.
The weather was too beautiful to be wasted after a fulfilling early, lunch of sushi and clam miso soup from Sushi Zanmai – and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden has been calling out to me since my last trip. This National garden/park originated from the Edo period and in 1906 became the Imperial garden and recreation area for the Imperial family. Designed by a French landscape gardener with three distinctive garden – English landscape garden, French garden, and the traditional Japanese landscape garden. A greenhouse with tropical plants and varying species of floras is also part of the national garden’s attraction.
I spent a good 2.5 hours roaming around the park at my own pace, taking short breaks on the benches when I wanted to just sit still and aimlessly absorb the sights and people around me. On one of the path, which I had all to myself – I said a silent prayer of thanks for the many blessings in my life, and being where I was in that present moment. An enduring moment between msyelf, my soul and nature.
There’s close to 1300 cherry blossom trees waiting to bloom and enchant by end March. And, the few that have slightly peaked/bloomed was already drawing huge crowds from fellow park-goers like myself and photography enthusiast – I love the fact that senior citizens makes up the bulk of this group of enthusiast. I highly recommend a visit here if you’re in Shinjuku area, great escape from the hustle and bustle of what Shinjuku is often known for.
One of the most loveliest, earthy afternoon spent with myself and nature.
J-emine's reflexionando 
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