Experts' Choice Award Shukkei-en Garden
5 expert reviews
“The water is dotted with tiny rocky islets sprouting gnarled pine trees. Small bridges cross above lots of colorful carp, a fish venerated for its long and vigorous life. ”
– Fodor's
Frommer's "Shukkei-en Garden, which means "landscape garden in miniature," was first laid out in 1620 by a master of the tea ceremony, with a pond constructed in imitation of famous Lake Xi Hu in Hangzhou, China." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This small garden (4ha) was laid out in 1620 by the lord of the region, Asano Nagaakira." Full review
Lonely Planet "Modelled after West Lake in Hangzhou, China, Shukkei-en was built in 1620 for daimyō (domain lord) Asano Nagaakira." Full review
Independent "It was built in 1620 by Ueda Soko, a samurai warrior turned Buddhist monk, tea-master and landscape gardener. Monthly tea ceremonies celebrate the seasonal flowers and foliage"
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