Escape the noise of the modern world and step into a peaceful haven of Zen, beauty, and Japanese tea culture at Urakuen Garden, located just a short walk from Inuyama Castle.
This exquisite Japanese garden offers not just scenic beauty, but also a direct encounter with the heart of Japanese hospitality — the tea ceremony.
🌸 What Makes Urakuen Special?
🏯 Home to “Jo-an” — a National Treasure Teahouse
- Urakuen is best known for Jo-an (如庵), a 17th-century tea house originally built by Oda Uraku, the younger brother of the warlord Oda Nobunaga and a renowned tea master.
- Jo-an is one of the few remaining original tea houses in Japan, and is designated as a National Treasure.
🌳 A Garden Designed for Serenity
- The garden is built in the roji (tea garden) style — a layout meant to prepare the mind for tea ceremony.
- Follow stone paths through moss-covered grounds, past tranquil ponds, seasonal flowers, and carefully pruned pine trees.
- Every view is designed to offer harmony and mindfulness.
🍵 Live Tea Ceremony Experience
- At the on-site tea house, visitors can participate in a traditional tea ceremony.
- Enjoy a bowl of matcha and seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) while learning about Japanese aesthetics and hospitality.
📸 Perfect for Cultural Travelers and Instagram
- The garden is a photographer’s dream: ✔️ Traditional architecture ✔️ Peaceful green spaces ✔️ Iconic tea house interiors
- Combine your visit with nearby Inuyama Castle and the old town streets for a full day of cultural immersion.
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