Located in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture, Urakuen is a beautiful Japanese garden centered around the National Treasure teahouse, Jo-an. Jo-an was originally built in Kyoto by Oda Urakusai, the younger brother of Oda Nobunaga, and was relocated here. Its refined architectural style and the view of the garden from the teahouse convey the wabi-sabi spirit of the time. While the interior of the teahouse is not open to the public, you can still admire its beautiful beauty up close.

The garden was designed to allow visitors to enjoy the beautiful scenery of each season. Cherry blossoms and azaleas bloom in the spring, vibrant greenery in the summer, and autumn foliage adorns the garden in autumn. In particular, during the autumn foliage season, the entire garden is bathed in shades of red and yellow, creating a stunning contrast with Jo-an, creating a stunning view. In addition to Jo-an, the garden is dotted with other historic buildings, including the Important Cultural Property teahouse, Ko-an, and the Moto-an, where you can relax while admiring the garden.

At Urakuen, you can do more than just stroll through the gardens; you can also enjoy matcha tea. At the garden's teahouse, Motoan, you can relax and enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets while admiring the beautiful garden.
Tea is served for 600 yen, and includes a cup of matcha and Japanese sweets. You can easily experience Japanese tea ceremony culture while admiring the teahouse and garden.

[Useful Tips]
While the admission fee is relatively high, this is a recommended spot for those interested in tea ceremonies. If you plan to attend tea, we recommend allowing yourself plenty of time.
The entrance may be difficult to find, but it's located on the Inuyama Kanko Hotel side.