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Gyokusen-en Garden

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Gyokusen-en Garden

玉泉園

Ishikawa · Chubu

Gyokusen-en Garden is a beautifully landscaped traditional Japanese garden located in Kanazawa. It features a stunning pond, meticulously pruned trees, and seasonal flowers that create a serene atmosphere throughout the year.

Why it's hidden

Many travelers focus on the more famous Kenrokuen Garden nearby, overlooking this tranquil gem.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.6· 83 reviews
Opening hours
Mon–Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed Closed Thu–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Adults ¥700, high-school ¥600, elementary and junior-high ¥500. Matcha in the Saisetsutei tea house is charged separately.
Nearest station
Nomachi Station
Website
gyokusen-en.net

Today

9:00–17:00Sun closed

Admission

  • Adults ¥700, high-school ¥600, elementary and junior-high ¥500. Matcha in the Saisetsutei tea house is charged separately.

Stored weekly hours

Mon–Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed Closed Thu–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Closures

  • CLOSED FOR THE WINTER from 25 December to the end of February.

Seasonal hours

  • Wednesdays are open when they fall on a public holiday.

Note

  • 9:00–16:00 from 21 November to 24 December.

How to get there

From Nagoya Station · ~3h 18m by car

Tags

gardenhidden gem

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