Yoshikien Garden

“Three moss-and-camellia gardens where a 8th-century poem still echoes.”

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Yoshikien Garden

The Yoshikien Garden in Nara is mentioned in the Man’yoshu, the oldest anthology of waka poems existing in Japan. In addition to an elegant main building and a detached teahouse, there are gardens in the grounds consisting of a pond garden, a moss garden, and a camellia garden. The view of Mt. Wakakusa and colored green early in summer are beautiful and a must-see. Plans are in progress to make the surroundings a lodging facility by 2020.

Spot NameYoshikien Garden
Postal Code〒630-8213
Address60-1 Noboriōjichō, Nara
Telephone Number0742-22-5911
Official URLhttp://www.pref.nara.jp/39910.htm
KeywordsBeautiful Scenery, History, Insta-worthy

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Frequently asked questions

What is Yoshikien Garden?
Three moss-and-camellia gardens where a 8th-century poem still echoes.
Where is Yoshikien Garden?
Yoshikien Garden is located at 60-1 Noboriōjichō, Nara.
Can I visit Yoshikien Garden with a local guide?
Yes. WOW U lists activities around Yoshikien Garden hosted by Locals, the local guides who live in the area.
What is WOW U?
WOW U is a booking platform that connects travellers directly with local guides in Japan, called Locals. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U, and every experience can be reviewed afterwards. More than 6,100 Locals are registered on WOW U. Reviews left by travellers average 4.7 out of 5.