Shukkei-en Garden
Shukkeien Garden is a daimyo garden built in 1620 as a retreat for the Hiroshima feudal lord, Asano Nagamasa, by his tea-master retainer, Ueda Soko. It is known to have been modeled after the West Lake in Hangzhou, China, and the garden features scenery that skillfully captures the beauty of mountains and rivers, as well as the charm of Kyoto. In the center, there is the Chakyu Pond, which is dotted with islands of various sizes, allowing visitors to enjoy the entire garden while strolling along bridges and pavilions. Although it suffered devastating damage from the atomic bomb in 1945, structures like Seifukan and Meigetsutei have been restored, and the garden maintains its beautiful landscape to this day. The garden is adorned with flowers throughout the seasons, captivating all who visit.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Shukkei-en Garden
- Location
- 〒730-0014 2-11 Kaminobori-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
- Access
- From JR Hiroshima Station, take the Hiroshima Electric Railway tram to Miyajimaguchi for 11 minutes. Transfer at Hatchobori to the tram bound for Hakushima and travel for 4 minutes. Get off at Shukkeien-mae; it's just a short walk away.
- Parking
- Parking available
- Business Hours
- 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (close at 6:00 PM), from October 1st to March 31st of the following year, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (close at 5:00 PM).
- Regular Holiday
- December 29th to December 31st
- Fees
- Individual/Adult 260 yen, High school/University 150 yen, Elementary/Middle school 100 yen.
- Contact Information
- Phone Number：082-221-3620
- Official Website
