Tensha-en Garden

Tensha-en is a Japanese daimyo garden featuring a pond shaped like the kanji character for heart, surrounded by carefully positioned rocks, stone lanterns, and pine trees. The layout guides visitors through different viewing areas connected by pathways and bridges.

The garden was built in 1866 by Date Munetada, the seventh daimyo of Uwajima Domain, during the final years of the daimyo period. Its creation marked the end of an era when regional lords commissioned such grand landscape works.

The name refers to 'heaven windows,' inspired by the openings of the central teahouse that frame views of the landscape. Visitors experience the garden by moving through these carefully designed viewing points.

The garden is fully accessible on foot, with pathways that circle the central pond and wind through planted areas. Wearing comfortable shoes is recommended since the paths are uneven in places.

A white wisteria-covered bridge arches over the central pond, producing delicate cascading flowers each April. During this season, the bridge becomes one of the most photographed spots within the garden.

Location: Uwajima

GPS coordinates: 33.21555,132.56059

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:21