Suirakuen Garden

Suirakuen

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A Japanese garden located within Minami-ko Park in Shirakawa City. This expansive garden, covering approximately 2,000 tsubo (approximately 6,600 square meters), features a pond garden where you can enjoy the seasonal flowers and trees.

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HighlightsA pond garden is beautifully laid out across approximately 2,000 tsubo (approximately 6,600 square meters)
Enjoy seasonal flowers and trees throughout the year
Cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn leaves in fall create stunning scenery
The "Shōrakutei" teahouse offers matcha and traditional Japanese sweets
Offers a panoramic view of Minami-ko Park

Basic Information

Address: 45-1 Gorokuboyama, Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Fukushima

Access: Take the JR Kanto Shirakawa-Tana Line bus from JR Shirakawa Station, Shin-Shirakawa Station, or Iwaki-Tanakura Station and get off at the Minami-ko Park bus stop. Alternatively, take the Shirakawa City loop bus (Chū-junkan route) from Shirakawa Station or Shin-Shirakawa Station and get off at the Minami-ko Park bus stop. Show route

Fee: Entrance Fee: 350 yen for adults, 150 yen for children Tea Ceremony: 850 yen (Matcha green tea and Japanese sweets)

INFO: Smoking is prohibited within the garden grounds. Pets are not allowed.

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Overview

Suirakuen Garden is a Japanese garden located within Minami-ko Park in Shirakawa City. Spread across approximately 2,000 tsubo (approximately 6,600 square meters), it features a beautiful pond garden where you can enjoy the seasonal flowers and trees. The garden is especially stunning in spring with its cherry blossoms and in autumn with its vibrant autumn leaves, attracting many visitors. Within the garden, you'll find the "Shōrakutei" teahouse, where you can savor matcha (powdered green tea) and traditional Japanese sweets. Shōrakutei offers a commanding view of the garden, allowing you to relax and appreciate the scenery while enjoying your tea. Suirakuen Garden was created during the Edo period by Matsudaira Sadanobu, the lord of the Shirakawa Domain. Sadanobu dedicated himself to the economic development and cultural enrichment of the Shirakawa Domain, and this garden was part of that effort. The garden stands as a testament to the financial strength and high culture of the Shirakawa Domain, offering a glimpse into its past prosperity. Suirakuen Garden is a precious cultural asset of Shirakawa City, beloved by many visitors. With its beautiful seasonal scenery, it's a place you won't want to miss.