Shinsen-en: Kyoto's Serene Sacred Spring Garden

Getting There

• Walking

  Shinsen-en is located a short walk from several points of interest. From Nijo Castle, exit the castle grounds and walk south for approximately 5 minutes. The temple entrance will be on your left. From Nijojo-mae Station on the Tozai Subway Line, walk south for about 5 minutes. There are no specific costs associated with walking.

• Public Transport

  To reach Shinsen-en via public transport, take the Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line to Nijojo-mae Station. From Kyoto Station, transfer to the Karasuma Line, then the Tozai Line at Karasuma Oike Station. Exit Nijojo-mae Station and walk south for approximately 5 minutes. The current cost for a single subway fare in Kyoto ranges from ¥220 to ¥360 depending on the distance traveled. Alternatively, take Kyoto City Bus number 9, 50 and get off at Horikawa Oike bus stop. From there, it's a 5-minute walk to Shinsen-en. The flat fare for a city bus is ¥230 for adults.

• Taxi

  Taxis are readily available throughout Kyoto. From Kyoto Station, a taxi ride to Shinsen-en takes approximately 11 minutes. The base fare for a taxi in Kyoto is ¥490 for the first 1.5km, with an additional ¥320 for each subsequent kilometer. A 5km ride in Kyoto costs about ¥2090. Please note that these are estimates, and the final fare may vary depending on traffic conditions and the specific route taken.