Chinzan-sō Garden, Historic Japanese garden in Sekiguchi, Japan.
Description
Chinzan-sō Garden is a Japanese garden in the Sekiguchi district, laid out on terrain with natural springs and elevation changes. The grounds include a large pond with waterfalls, stone lanterns along the pathways, and several historic structures set among dense trees and mosses.
History
Military leader Yamagata Aritomo established the grounds from 1877 as a residence and reception site for political gatherings. Emperor Meiji visited the estate several times during the modernization of Japan in the late 19th century.
Culture
A three-story Buddhist pagoda from Hiroshima Prefecture was rebuilt here and has stood among the trees since 1925. Monks from Chikurin-ji temple used traditional techniques in the original construction without any nails.
Practical
From Edogawabashi station, the grounds are about eight minutes on foot. The paths include stairs and slopes, so visitors should be prepared for uneven terrain and watch for slippery stones after rain.
Did you know?
An ancient tree with a trunk about four meters around is considered sacred and wears a Shinto rope made of rice straw. From mid-May through late June, fireflies are released at night and glow among the pathways.
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