Attraction

Senseki Garden

Japan’s only Japanese garden adorned with beautiful stones and plants throughout the four seasons

Senseki Garden is the first registered garden stone museum in Japan, boasting a vast daimyo garden spanning approximately 40,000 square meters. Visitors can view rare and unusual stones and stone arrangements gathered from all over Japan, while enjoying the beautiful scenery woven by seasonal flowers, trees, waterfalls, and ponds. This healing space exists in harmony with nature, and offers continuous charm with every visit.

Within the garden grounds, you can enjoy a luxurious lunch experience at the Sekitei restaurant, which overlooks a Japanese garden. There is also a barbecue corner where you can enjoy a meal while taking in the beautiful garden views. This spot is popular with people from all over the world as a place to relax and learn about geology.

Information

  • English-Speaking Staff

  • English Displays Available

  • Wi-Fi

  • Western Toilets

  • Credit Cards Accepted

  • Parking

  • Photography Allowed

  • Non-smoking

  • Location

    1589-7 Takayabori, Takaya-cho, Higashihiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture

  • Opening Hours

    9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • Closed Days / Holidays

    None

  • Contact Information

    082-434-3360

  • Budget & Payment Methods

    Admission Fee
    Adults (high school students and older): ¥1,000
    Elementary and junior high school students: ¥300
    Preschoolers and younger: Free
    *Cash, credit cards, electronic money, and QR code payments accepted

  • Website / Social Media

    https://senseki.org/about/called_en/

  • Languages

    ■ English-speaking staff
    Although we have English speakers on staff, they might not be available during certain hours. We apologize for the inconvenience.

    ■ Signage in English
    Portions of some pamphlets are provided in English. You can scan the QR codes included in the descriptions of each stone to view an English translation.

  • Access

    ■ Access via public transportation
    Approximately 10 minutes by free shuttle bus or by taxi from the North Exit of JR Saijo Station

    ■ Access by car
    Approximately 10 minutes by car from the Shiwa Interchange on the Sanyo Expressway

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