The best autumn foliage spot in Yokohama, Kanagawa *Sankeien

  • Kanagawa
  • Sightseeing
Autumn Foliage Trail

You can enjoy the scenery of autumn leaves like an ancient city in Yokohama.

Sankeien, a vast Japanese garden in Naka-ku, Yokohama. The garden, created by the industrialist Sankei Hara, is home to 17 historical buildings, including 10 important cultural properties, that were relocated from Kyoto, Kamakura (1192-1333), and other places in Japan.

In the fall, red and yellow maple leaves adorn the three-story pagoda and the tea ceremony room, which are decorated with the atmosphere of the ancient capital, creating a scene that attracts visitors and deeply touches their hearts.

The three-story pagoda towering over the pond is the first thing that catches the eye as soon as one enters through the main gate.

This historical structure, which was relocated from Kyoto about 100 years ago, has an overwhelming presence as a landmark of the garden.

Visitors are invited to enjoy to their heart's content the view of plum blossoms, cherry blossoms, Japanese honeysuckles, lotus, and other flowers in full bloom in each season, which are in perfect harmony with the historic architecture.
Outer garden
Ducks fly into the large pond and float on the surface of the water.

Historical buildings that celebrate the atmosphere of the ancient capital and the peaceful scene of nature. Enjoy to your heart's content the special scenery that is only available during this season.
Ducks in the big pond

Beautiful autumn foliage scenery abounds!

The inner garden of Sankeien is the best place to enjoy the autumn leaves. In particular, the historic old buildings such as Rinshunkaku, a former villa of the Kishu Tokugawa family, the tea ceremony house, and Shunso Roh, are especially special when interwoven with the red and yellow autumn leaves. The contrast between the tasteful architecture and the vivid autumn leaves attracts visitors and allows them to experience the beauty of Japan to their heart's content.
Inner garden in autumn leaves

The eye-catching large ginkgo tree

This huge tree standing near the Jyutou covered hall of the former Tenzui-ji Temple turns a magnificent golden color as autumn deepens.

Every time the wind blows, the leaves that dance down transform the ground into a golden carpet. We hope you will enjoy the historic buildings and the magnificent scenery.
Big ginkgo in autumn
As autumn deepens, the entire Sankeien Garden is decorated with autumn leaves. The highlight is the magnificent view of the historic buildings and the autumn leaves. The three-story pagoda and the traditional Japanese beauty of the ancient capital.


Three-storied Pagoda seen from the pond
Why not visit Sankeien and be refreshed?

The best time to view the autumn leaves at Sankeien is usually from mid-November to mid-December. The best time to view the leaves changes depending on the weather, so please inquire in advance before visiting.
Yokohama Sankeien

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