Question 1

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

From JR Hiroshima Station take the Hiroshima Electric Railway tram, change at Hatchobori and alight right at Shukkeien-mae on the Hakushima line. The Meipuru-pu sightseeing loop bus from the Shinkansen exit of Hiroshima Station, alighting at the Prefectural Art Museum (Shukkeien) stop, is also convenient.

Question 2

Are there volunteer guides?

Accepted Answer

Volunteer guides give regular tours of the garden. Please see the official website for details.

Question 3

Can I visit the neighbouring Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum too?

Accepted Answer

The Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum adjoins Shukkeien, so the two can be visited together, which makes for an efficient outing. On Greenery Day (4 May) both the garden and the museum's collection exhibition (first floor) are free.

Question 4

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

April to September 9:00-18:00, October to March 9:00-17:00. The garden closes only from 29 to 31 December and is otherwise open all year.

Question 5

How long does a visit take?

Accepted Answer

A leisurely walk takes about 40 to 60 minutes. Allow around an hour and a half if you also want to use the tea house or enjoy a seasonal illumination or special event.

Question 6

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

General 260 yen, age 70 and over 130 yen, high school age and under free. Tickets can also be bought online in advance. Admission is free on Greenery Day (4 May), when the collection exhibition at the neighbouring Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum is also free.

Question 7

Can I take tea here?

Accepted Answer

Sensuitei, on your left after you pass through the entrance gate, sells tea, light meals and souvenirs and can be used as a rest area. Please ask the garden in advance about tea served in the tea house and about tea gatherings.

Question 8

Tell me about the garden's history.

Accepted Answer

It was laid out in 1620 as the garden of a villa for Asano Nagaakira, lord of the Hiroshima domain, by his chief retainer Ueda Soko, also famous as a tea master. It is said to be a miniature rendering of the scenery of West Lake in Zhejiang, China. Destroyed by the atomic bomb, it was restored and is now a designated national Place of Scenic Beauty.

Question 9

What is there to see in each season?

Accepted Answer

Cherry blossom, azaleas and wisteria in spring, irises and water lilies in early summer, leafy shade in summer, autumn leaves, and snow in winter. Seasonal illumination events are also held.

Question 10

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

There are coin car parks in and around the garden, but spaces are limited, so public transport is recommended.

Question 11

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

April to September 9:00-18:00; October to March 9:00-17:00.

Question 12

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

From JR Hiroshima Station take the Hiroshima Electric Railway tram, change at Hatchobori and alight right at Shukkeien-mae on the Hakushima line; or about 15 minutes' walk from Hiroshima Station.

Question 13

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 14

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

2-11 Kaminoboricho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture

Question 15

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

General 260 yen, age 70 and over 130 yen, high school age and under free (tickets can be bought online).

Question 16

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

29 to 31 December.

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