Together, they are serene cultural landmarks located in Itoigawa. They offer a harmonious blend of Buddhist Artwork, Traditional Japanese Gardens & Modern Architecture.
The Gyokusuien Gardens opened in 1981. Designed by acclaimed landscape architect Kinsaku Nakane, the gardens use the natural background to evoke a scene of two rivers flowing from the mountains in a serene, secluded setting. Enjoy viewing the gardens from the adjoining tea house or the hillside pavilion.
Beside the gardens, the Tanimura Art Museum opened in 1983. The museum features the Buddhist artwork of wood sculptor Seiko Sawada who is considered by many to be Japan’s greatest modern sculptor of Buddhist artwork.
Details on tour
About this activity
Duration – 2 hours
Live tour guide – English
Highlights
- A hidden gem of the Japanese Art World with finest Buddhism statues
- Have an unique, local Batabata-Tea break
Fee
JPY5,500 /person
No. of Guests
Min 2 to Max 6
Dates
Jan 13, 20, 27
Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
Schedule
Program Starts 10:00 Program Ends 12:00
Includes
✔️Entrance fee for Tanimura Art and Garden Museum
✔️Batabata tea and sweets
✔️English-speaking guide
✔️Transportation from Itoigawa station
Inquire in advance
- People with mobility impairment
Important information
- Food allergy information must be provided in advance
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation 7 days before the day of the start of the tour: 30% of the total fee
- Cancellation the day before the day of the start of the tour: 50% of the total fee
- Cancellation on the day of the start of the tour: 100% of the total fee
- Cancellation after the start of the tour or no-show without notice: 100% of the total fee
Itinerary
Meet up at Geopal (JR Itoigawa Station’s Alps Exit)
Transfer by car to the Tanimura Art and Garden Museum
Introduction to Museum and Garden
Experience making a Batabata-tea and have a break
Time for shopping at the station
Finish the tour
Meeting Point
Geopal (JR Itoigawa Station’s Alps Exit)
address: 1-7-47 Omachi, Itoigawa-shi, Niigata, Japan
Time: Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes before so you don’t lose your time slot.