Sankeien Garden

277 Yokohama

58-1 Honmokusannotani Naka Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa

www.sankeien.or.jp
045-621-0634
Tokyu Line Minatomirai Pass , YOKOHAMA CHINATOWN GOURMET TICKET +8

The vast classical Japan garden covering over 18,000 square meters was opened by Hara Sankei, a businessman who made a fortune with the Japanese silk trade. Rinshunkaku, the Three-Storied Pagoda of Old Toumyouji are amongst the properties designated as Important Cultural Properties by the Japanese government. The garden is also a famous viewing spot for plum and cherry blossoms, azaleas, and autumn leaves. Business hours are extended during special events.

Travel tip

Experience a traditional Japanese Garden while learning a little history about Mr. Hara Sankeien, the designer. Grab a brochure at the entrance to find out which of the historic buildings are currently open for your exploration.

Sankeien Garden at night

Sankeien Garden holds a "Cherry Blossom Evening" from late March to early April every year. During the night event the beautiful lit-up cherry blossoms with a backdrop of historical buildings will take your breath away.

Essential Information

Check the official website for the latest information.

Hours

9:00-17:00 (Last admission 16:30)

Duration

1h30m

Closed

from Dec 29 to Dec 31

Costs

Adults (High school students and older): 700 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 200 yen

Facilities

Wi-Fi Available

Language

English

Online Reviews

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Meetings

Kakushokaku is a wooden building with area of around 950 square meters situated inside the Japanese garden Sankeien, which was opened by Hara Sankei, a merchant who made his fortune from silk reeling and silk trading. Located in Sankeien, where visitors can enjoy a wonderful harmony of seasonal nature and numerous historical buildings including a three-storied pagoda and structures brought from Kyoto, Kamakura and so on, Kakushokaku can be used for various purposes such as conferences, dinner parties, and tea ceremonies.