Shimizu-en

The garden features a central pond shaped like the character for 'water' in cursive script, surrounded by five traditional tea houses and winding paths.

The garden dates back to the Edo period when the Shibata domain lords commissioned its construction under the guidance of tea master Agata Munetomo.

The garden incorporates the Eight Views of Omi design principle, demonstrating traditional Japanese garden aesthetics through its stone arrangements and carefully positioned islands.

Located 7 minutes by foot from Shibata Station, the garden opens from 9:00 to 17:00 between March and October, and until 16:30 from November to February.

The garden contains rare tree species for the region, including Satsuma cedar and Aomori fir, which were transported during the Edo period to increase its prestige.

Location: Shibata

Website: http://hoppou-bunka.com/shimizuen

GPS coordinates: 37.94331,139.32808

Latest update: May 12, 2025 14:02