Ritsurin Garden: A place that never disappoints

Ritsurin Garden was first established during the Edo period and has a history spanning nearly 400 years. It has been shaped into its current form through the efforts of successive feudal lords. Nestled against Mount Shiun, this garden stands out from typical Japanese gardens with its unique beauty.

The garden is vast, offering diverse scenery at every turn—truly a place where every step reveals a new view. It features numerous ponds, small bridges, and artificial hills, along with over a thousand pine trees. This is undoubtedly the place where you can see the most pine trees. For bonsai enthusiasts, this garden is a dream come true, as towering pine trees are pruned to resemble bonsai, creating a stunning visual experience everywhere you look.

If you get tired from walking, you can visit the Kikugetsutei Tea House to relax like a feudal lord, sitting on tatami mats while enjoying tea and the picturesque surroundings.

Ritsurin Garden has earned the highest 3-star rating in the Michelin Travel Guide as a "destination worth a special journey." When visiting Takamatsu, this is a must-see spot!

Post by 喳喳 | Aug 17, 2025