Sankei-en
三溪園
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:20
Welcome to Sankei-en, a sprawling 175,000-square-meter traditional Japanese garden that serves as an outdoor museum of Japanese architectural history. This landscape was the vision of Tomitaro Hara, a wealthy silk merchant who…
Listen in the app2The Central Pond: A Reflection of the Seasons2:10
The heart of Sankei-en’s Outer Garden is the Great Pond, a body of water that serves as the visual anchor for the entire landscape. As you stand by its banks, observe the deliberate placement of stone lanterns and bridges, which…
Listen in the app3Rinkai-kaku: The Hara Family Legacy2:04
We now approach Rinkai-kaku, a massive residential building that once served as the private home of the Hara family. This structure is a prime example of Meiji-era architecture, blending traditional Japanese forms with the…
Listen in the app4The Old Yanohara House: Rural Architecture Rescued1:59
One of the most striking relocations in Sankei-en is the Old Yanohara House, a massive 'Gasho-zukuri' farmhouse brought here from the Shirakawa-go region of Gifu Prefecture. 'Gasho-zukuri' literally translates to 'constructed…
Listen in the app5The Chinese Pavilion and the Spirit of Exchange1:56
In the southern section of the garden, we encounter a structure that stands apart from the Japanese traditional aesthetic: the Chinese Pavilion. This vibrant building, painted in traditional vermillion with curved, ornate roofs,…
Listen in the app6The Three-Story Pagoda: A Beacon on the Hill1:58
Towering above the garden on a prominent hill is the Old Tomyoji Three-Story Pagoda. This is the oldest building in Sankei-en, dating back to 1457 during the Muromachi period. …
Listen in the app7Closing1:53
As we conclude our journey through Sankei-en, we find ourselves back near the entrance, reflecting on the extraordinary legacy of Tomitaro Hara. We have walked through six centuries of Japanese history, from the Muromachi-era…
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What is Sankei-en?
Sankei-en is a place with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 7 |
| Total length | 14 min 20 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.4169, 139.6600 |
| Last updated |
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