Shosei-en Garden, a place associated with Hikaru Genji

Shosei-en, a villa of Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, a famous tourist spot in Kyoto. It is said to have been the residence of Minamoto no Toru, who was the model for Hikaru Genji. The garden spreads across a vast area, and there are ponds, bridges, and teahouses. You'll do a lot of walking, surprisingly🚶‍♀️ When you enter the garden, you can get a pamphlet for about 500 yen, so you can learn about the history by looking at it. Kyoto Tower is nearby, so it's a double bargain✌🏻✨ When the weather is good, you might be able to see Kyoto Tower upside down! ? I went during the day, but it seems that it is sometimes lit up at night. #Tourist Spot #Kyoto

Post by machico | May 13, 2023