Gyokusen-en Nishida Family Garden
A serene 17th-century Japanese garden in Kanazawa, featuring meticulously designed landscapes, ancient trees, and a historic tea house.
Discover Gyokusen-en, a serene 17th-century Japanese garden in Kanazawa, carefully maintained by the Nishida family since the early 20th century. This hidden gem, predating the renowned Kenrokuen Garden, offers a tranquil escape with its meticulously designed landscapes, ancient trees, and historic tea house.
A brief summary to Gyokusen-en Nishida Family Garden
- 8-3 Koshomachi, Kanazawa, Koshomachi, Ishikawa, 920-0932, JP
- +8176-221-0181
- Visit website
Local tips
- Combine your visit with a tea ceremony at Saisetsu-tei for a complete cultural experience.
- Visit during different seasons to appreciate the changing colors and flora of the garden.
- Check the garden's website for seasonal news and possible closures.
Getting There
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Walking
Gyokusen-en Garden is located close to other attractions, making walking a viable option. From Kenrokuen Garden, it's a short 5-minute walk. From Kanazawa Castle Park, exit near the Ishikawa-mon Gate and follow the signs. The garden is also near the Kaga Yuzen Kimono Center.
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Public Transport
The closest bus stops are "Kenrokuen Garden Kanazawa Castle Park" and "Kenrokuen-shita", which are both a 2-minute walk from the garden. These stops are serviced by the Kanazawa Loop Bus, Hokutetsu Local-Line Bus, West JR Bus, and Kanazawa Flat Bus Zaimoku route. A single bus fare is around ¥210. A one-day pass for unlimited rides on the Kanazawa Loop Bus and other designated buses costs ¥800.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Kanazawa. From Kanazawa Station, the taxi ride to Gyokusen-en takes approximately 10-15 minutes. The base fare for a small taxi is ¥690, with an additional ¥80 for every 277 meters. The estimated fare from Kanazawa Station to the garden is under ¥1400.
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