Article(s) for the theme Parks and Gardens in Nara

Published on : 20/04/2022
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All about Japan

Yoshikien Garden Nara: A hidden gem of traditional Japanese landscaping

Nestled in the heart of Nara, Yoshikien Garden stands as a testament to Japan's rich cultural heritage and exquisite landscaping traditions.

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Nara Koen

Is it the park that borders the city, or city that borders the park? The mysterious Nara is unlike anything else.

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Former Daijoin Temple Garden

The Former Daijoin Temple Garden (kyu-daijoin-teien) is a tranquil Japanese strolling garden centered around a lake in Nara near the Nara Hotel.

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Sarusawa Pond

Sarusawa Pond (Sarusawa-ike) is a picturesque Nara Period lake close to Kofukuji Temple and associated with the love-suicide of a jilted maid-servant.

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East Palace Garden Nara

The East Palace Garden, Nara Period garden in the grounds of the Nara Palace Site was excavated in 1967 and completely reconstructed by 1998.

Mount Wakakusa

Mount Wakakusa in the east of Nara is a 342m-high grass-covered hill which is set alight in January during the Wakakusa Yamayaki ceremony.

Isuien Garden & Neiraku Museum

The Isuien Garden consists of both Edo and Meiji period gardens and contains the Neiraku Museum with displays of East Asian ceramics.

Sarusawa-ike

To the west of Nara-koen, Sarusawa-ike pond tries to remove the edge of dull gray buildings...

Isui-en

A secret enclave of greenery on the way to Todaiji, the Isui-en can be discovered along a path that combines water, wood and stone.