Isui-en, Japanese strolling garden in Nara Park, Japan
The garden contains two distinct sections with ponds fed by the Yoshikigawa River, featuring carefully positioned stones and traditional plants along winding paths.
The front garden dates to 1673, while a wealthy merchant added the larger rear garden in 1899, creating a complete landscape design.
The garden incorporates the shakkei technique, which includes Mount Wakakusayama and Todaiji Temple's Nandaimon Gate as external elements in the garden's composition.
Located 15 minutes from Kintetsu Nara Station, the garden opens daily from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with admission priced at 1200 yen.
The garden houses a museum displaying ancient Chinese and Korean artifacts, including pottery, seals, and mirrors from historical collections.
Location: Nara
Inception: 1673
Website: https://isuien.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 34.68579,135.83774
Latest update: May 12, 2025 02:42
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