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Sankeien Garden 三溪園

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · On our list

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Visiting Sankeien Garden today

  • What it is: A large Japanese garden built by the silk merchant Hara Sankei. Historic buildings moved here from Kyoto, Kamakura and elsewhere stand around its ponds, including a three-storey pagoda.
  • Getting there: Take city bus 8 or 148 from Yokohama Station's East Exit (platform 2) to Honmoku Sankeien-mae, then walk about 5 minutes.
  • Hours: 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30). Closed December 26–31.
  • Admission: Adults (high school and up) ¥900; children ¥200.
  • Tip: Allow at least two hours. The inner garden with the historic buildings is often skipped but is the highlight.
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Cherry blossoms in early April; autumn leaves late November

Checked against: Sankeien – Visitor Information (official) · Yokohama Official Visitors Guide – Sankeien Garden. Check opening times and prices before you go.

Sankeien Garden on Shibuya246

We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.