Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Approx. Time: 3 hours
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate

Shugakuin Imperial Villa is a breathtaking example of landscaping art. Constructed in the 17th century by a Tokugawa shogun for a retired emperor, it is the largest garden in Kyoto. The prior permission required to visit is more than worth its while.

Courtesy of Japan Tourism Board.

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