Urakuen is located at the base of Inuyama Castle. It’s a 10-minute walk from Inuyama-Yuen Station and 15 minutes from Inuyama Station. The entrance is next to the Meitetsu Inuyama Hotel parking lot.
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Urakuen Garden
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Urakuen (有楽苑) is a beautiful Japanese garden located just east of Inuyama Castle. This tranquil garden is home to Joan, one of Japan's most famous teahouses, a designated national treasure. Originally built in 1618 as part of a temple complex in Kyoto, Joan was constructed by Oda Uraku, the younger brother of the renowned Oda Nobunaga and a disciple of Sen-no-Rikyu, Japan’s tea ceremony master. In 1972, the teahouse was moved to Urakuen, where visitors can still admire it today.
The garden features not only Joan, but also the Shodenin Shoin, a study room originally built alongside the teahouse. The peaceful garden grounds also include a bamboo grove and the Koan teahouse, where guests can enjoy traditional tea and sweets. The best time to visit is during the autumn, when the garden is transformed into a stunning display of colors.
Hours and Fees
Urakuen Garden
- Opening hours
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9:00 to 17:00 (last admission 16:30)
- Closed
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Wednesdays
- Entrance fee
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1200 yen (admission only)
1600 yen (admission and tea and snack)
1450 yen (Urakuen and Inuyama Castle, not including tea and snack)
Getting there
Resources
Japanese
Urakuen Garden
Official website
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