Genkyuen
Shiga Prefecture Kotoh Area
Genkyuen is the former daimyou garden located in the north-east of Hikone Castle. The lush trees and the castle tower of Hikone Castle in the background, Rinchikaku stands as if extending out to the large pond. There is a Houshoudai on top of an artificial mountain. This Houshoudai was used as a guest room to entertain VIPs from Hikone domain. The garden is filled with an atmosphere, with the skillful arrangement of a pond, rocks, and trees. It is designated as a national scenic spot along with Rakurakuen.
Address
3-40, Konki-cho, Hikone city
Access (nearest railway station)
Get off at "Hikone" station on the JR Biwako line and then walk for 15 minutes.
Hours
8:30～17:00
Closed
Open throughout the year
Entry fee
Commen pass with Hikone Castle: Adult 500yen, Children 200yen. Maccha (green tea) at Hosho-dai (9:00 ～16:00) 500yen
Parking
Parking for 280 passenger cars (400yen) and 25 large-sized buses (1500 yen)
Inquiries
0749-22-2742