Kyūseki Teien

The Imperial Villa Garden Site

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This is a garden site from the Nara period, discovered during an excavation in 1975. It features a central pond and is displayed with the actual excavated remains exposed. As one of the few gardens that showcase the appearance of ancient Japanese gardens, it has been designated as a Special Historic Site and Special Place of Scenic Beauty by the Japanese government.

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General Information

Address
1-5-7 Sanjooji,, Nara City, Nara
contact details
0742-34-5369(Nara City)
Times
9:00~17:00(Admission until 16:30)
Closed
Wednesday
Access
Kyuseki Teien bus stop
Car Park
None
Admission/Worship Fees (Individual)
Free
Website

Nara City official website

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