Nezu Museum（根津美術館）
A modern museum with an elegant stroll garden in central Tokyo The Nezu Museum in Tokyo’s Minami-Aoyama district holds a prestigious private collection of Japanese and East Asian art. From calligraphy and ink paintings to Buddhist sculptures, ceramics, and textiles, its exhibits cover a wide range of artistic traditions. The museum’s origin dates back to […]
Shoren-in（青蓮院）
A historic Tendai temple in Kyoto with two famous gardens and imperial heritage A Kyoto temple of imperial heritage and two historic gardens Shōren-in stands among the five Monzeki temples in Kyoto. These temples traditionally appoint head priests from the imperial family. It belongs to the Tendai sect, one of Japan’s oldest schools of Buddhism. […]
Tokyo Imperial Palace Ninomaru Gardens（東御苑の二の丸庭園）
A peaceful Japanese garden in the historic heart of Tokyo The Tokyo Imperial Palace Ninomaru Gardens lie within the former second defensive circle of Edo Castle. Today, they are part of the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, open to the public and easy to reach from Tokyo Station. Historically, this area once held the […]
Tonogayato Teien（殿ヶ谷戸庭園）
An early 20th-century garden retreat just outside Tokyo Tonogayato Teien is a Japanese landscape garden located near Tokyo, built between 1914 and 1916 during the Taisho period. Originally, the garden served as the private residence of the vice president of the Manchurian Railway Company. Later, in 1929, a member of the influential Iwasaki family acquired […]
Happo-en（八芳園）
A Wedding Garden with Centuries of History Located in Tokyo’s Shirokanedai district, Happō-en blends timeless natural beauty with elegant modern use. Today, this historic site primarily serves as a picturesque backdrop for traditional Japanese weddings and banquets. Despite its popularity as an event venue, Happō-en welcomes casual visitors as well, offering access to its kaiseki […]
Kiyosumi Teien（清澄庭園）
A Meiji-Era Garden of Stones and Serenity in Tokyo Nestled in the Fukagawa district of Tokyo, Kiyosumi Teien is a tranquil Japanese stroll garden that seamlessly blends natural beauty with historical significance. Originally part of the Edo-period residence of the wealthy merchant Kinokuniya Bunzaemon, the garden later became the suburban estate of Kuze Yamato no […]
Kyu-Furukawa Teien（旧古河庭園）
A Harmonious Blend of Western Elegance and Japanese Serenity Kyū-Furukawa Teien is a historic garden in Tokyo’s Kita Ward, celebrated for its rare blend of Western architecture and a traditional Japanese landscape. The estate dates back to 1917, when Baron Toranosuke Furukawa, a powerful industrialist, commissioned its construction. Josiah Conder, a British architect who profoundly […]
Mukojima-hyakka-en（向島百花園）
A rare Edo-period flower garden still blooming today Located in Tokyo’s Sumida Ward, Mukōjima-Hyakka-en is a unique historic garden built between 1804 and 1830. Unlike many Japanese gardens from the Edo period, this one was not created by a feudal lord or as part of a private residence. Instead, an antique dealer named Sahara Kikū […]
The Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji)（金閣寺 鹿苑寺）
Kyoto’s Iconic Golden Pavilion and Muromachi Garden Masterpiece Kinkaku-ji (金閣寺), formally known as Rokuon-ji (鹿苑寺), is one of the most famous temples in Japan and a defining symbol of Kyoto’s cultural heritage. The sight of the golden pavilion shimmering above the mirror pond, framed by pine trees and stone islands, creates an image so striking […]
The Silver Pavilion (Ginkaku-ji)（銀閣寺 （慈照寺））
The Silver Pavilion and the Spirit of Wabi-Sabi in Kyoto Ginkaku-ji (銀閣寺), also known as the Silver Pavilion, is one of Kyoto’s most iconic Zen temples. Located on the city’s eastern hills, it was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the grandson of Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, who commissioned the famous Kinkaku-ji. While its golden counterpart shines with opulence, […]