Question 1

How do I get here from JR Takamatsu Station or Takamatsu Airport?

Accepted Answer

The most convenient options are a 3-minute walk from JR Ritsurin Koen Kita-guchi Station or a 10-minute walk from Kotoden Ritsurin Koen Station. By bus, take the route bus to Ritsurin Koen-mae stop (1-minute walk). From JR Takamatsu Station it's about 7 minutes by car, about 15 minutes from Takamatsu Chuo IC, and about 30 minutes from Takamatsu Airport.

Question 2

Can I ride on a traditional boat? Do I need to book?

Accepted Answer

You can ride on the Nanko circular traditional boat (approximately 30 minutes, ¥620). Booking is available by phone or through the website from one week in advance; tickets for same-day boarding are sold from 8:30 at the boarding ticket office. Children under 3 cannot board, and children under primary school age must be accompanied by an adult.

Question 3

When are the spring and autumn illuminations held?

Accepted Answer

Illuminations are held twice a year for approximately 10 days each: spring (late March–early April) and autumn (late November–early December). Lighting begins around 17:00–18:00, and the park closes at 21:00 (last entry 20:30). Admission during illumination is the regular rate; there is no special illumination charge.

Question 4

Are volunteer guides available? Is there a charge?

Accepted Answer

Free volunteer guides are available. A regular guided tour departs from in front of the east gate ticket office every Sunday (excluding July, August, and year-end) at 10:30 (approximately 60 minutes, no reservation needed). Private guided tours (book one week in advance) are also available, and English guides can be arranged upon request.

Question 5

Can I use a wheelchair or stroller?

Accepted Answer

Free wheelchair, stroller, and walker rentals are available (ask at the ticket office). Some areas may be difficult to access with a wheelchair, so please refer to the wheelchair model course on the park map. An accessible parking space is located on the entrance side of the east gate car park.

Question 6

Can I bring a pet?

Accepted Answer

Pets are not permitted, with the exception of guide dogs, mobility assistance dogs, and hearing dogs.

Question 7

Are there any closed days?

Accepted Answer

Open year-round. However, the park closes temporarily if a gale warning (including gale and snow warnings) is issued in the Takamatsu area. Closure information is posted on the official website under "News and Seasonal Information."

Question 8

What are the opening hours? Do they change by season?

Accepted Answer

The park is open roughly from sunrise to sunset, with hours varying by month. The earliest opening is 5:30 (April–August) and the latest closing is 19:00 (June–August). Winter hours (December–January) are 7:00–17:00. During spring and autumn illumination periods, the park stays open until 21:00.

Question 9

What is the admission fee? What about children and preschoolers?

Accepted Answer

Adults 500 yen, elementary and middle school students 170 yen, preschoolers free. Groups of 20 or more: adults 400 yen, students 140 yen. An 11-ticket booklet (5,000 yen) and annual passes are also available. On New Year's Day (January 1) and the Founding Anniversary (March 16), admission is free for everyone.

Question 10

Are there coin lockers?

Accepted Answer

There are 30 coin lockers near the east gate and 6 near the north gate. Prices are ¥200, ¥300, or ¥400 depending on size. If they are full or your baggage doesn't fit, the tourist office will store items for ¥400 each.

Question 11

What are the highlights and how long should I spend?

Accepted Answer

There are many highlights including Hiraikuho, Kyugetsu-tei, Engetsu Bridge in the south garden, and the north garden. The model course (east gate circuit) takes about 60 minutes. You can also enjoy the traditional boat tour of the south lake (about 30 minutes, ¥620 additional), tea at the tea room, and kimono rental. Allow 1–2 hours or more for a leisurely visit.

Question 12

Can I eat or have tea in the park?

Accepted Answer

There are multiple dining facilities including Kyugetsu-tei, Fukiage-tei, Kommatsu-tei, Satsuki-tei, Tasogare-tei, Hanazono-tei, and Garden Café Kuririn. At Kyugetsu-tei you can enjoy tea and sweets with views of the beautiful garden. Hanazono-tei also serves breakfast congee.

Question 13

Is there a parking lot? What are the fees?

Accepted Answer

There are prefectural paid parking lots (East Gate Parking and North Gate Parking). Passenger cars cost 100 yen per 25 minutes, and large buses can also park. During spring and autumn illumination periods on weekends and holidays, a free temporary parking lot opens at Hello Work Takamatsu (Hananomiyacho).

Question 14

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

January 7:00–17:00 / February 7:00–17:30 / March 6:30–18:00 / April–May 5:30–18:30 / June–August 5:30–19:00 / September 5:30–18:30 / October 6:00–17:30 / November 6:30–17:00 / December 7:00–17:00 (roughly sunrise to sunset)

Question 15

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 3 minutes walk from JR Kuririn Koen Kitakuchi Station, about 10 minutes walk from Kotoden Kuririn Koen Station, 1 minute walk from 'Kuririn Koen-mae' bus stop, or about 15 minutes by car from Takamatsu Central IC.

Question 16

Is there a parking lot?

Accepted Answer

Yes, parking is available. Please check the official website for details.

Question 17

What is the admission fee?

Accepted Answer

Adults 500 yen, elementary and middle school students 170 yen, preschoolers free / Groups (20 or more): adults 400 yen, students 140 yen / Free admission on New Year's Day (January 1) and the Founding Anniversary (March 16)

Question 18

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Open year-round (temporary closure when a gale warning is issued in the Takamatsu area)

Question 19

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

1-20-16 Kuririn-cho, Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture

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