Minokuchi Harukouen - A place with the lingering air of forgotten history

A garden transcending time

As you walk, you will find a garden that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period. Persimmon trees sway in the wind, and stone-paved paths create a charming space. This is the site of the villa of Harukou Minokuchi, and the former appearance is still preserved today.

Walking the path of history

Walking along the path, a water basin appears along the way. Perhaps the people of the Minokuchi family used to cleanse their hands here. And at the end of the path, a small pond stands quietly. The scenery reflected on the water surface seems to have stopped time.

Tranquility embraced by nature

Standing by the pond, the surrounding hustle and bustle seems to fade away. Only the chirping of birds and the sound of the wind become the protagonists of this place. This is a healing space away from the city's hustle and bustle. Take a moment to listen quietly to the heartbeat of nature. Won't you?

Humorous anecdotes

If one could time travel back to the Edo period, it would be fun to mix into the samurai's group at this Minokuchi villa and make some light-hearted jokes. Like saying,