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Yoshikien Garden
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon, when soft light enhances moss texture and pond reflections; mid-November for autumn color and late March to April for spring blossoms and fresh greenery.
Budget tips
Admission around ¥300 for adults, concessions for children and seniors; check the official site for seasonal discounts and look for combined tickets with nearby Isuien to save money.
Recommended for
Garden lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Couples, Slow travelers
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
クイックファクト: A lush moss carpet covers nearly half the grounds, making footsteps whisper and casting a velvety green glow over shady corners. You can wander through three distinct landscapes: a reflective pond garden, a tranquil tea-garden, and an intimate moss garden, each offering different angles for seasonal color and koi sightings.
ハイライト: A low, timbered tea house sits tucked against the moss, where filtered light and the scent of wet soil make a simple cup of green tea feel ceremonious. Careful compositions of stone, water, and moss create micro-scenes that reward slow eyes, for example a single stepping stone framed by maple leaves and a flash of orange from a koi.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes, mossy paths and wooden platforms can be slippery after rain.
- Arrive at opening to enjoy the moss garden in soft light and avoid groups from Nara Park.
- Photograph the tea house framed against the pond at low angles, and pause on the wooden veranda for the best reflections.
- Skip the busiest weekend afternoons if you prefer quiet, choose weekdays or early evenings instead.
Nara, Japan で無料のウォーキングツアーを予約するにはクリック
地元のツアーガイドと街を体験する最良の方法。
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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