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What is Hakuryuen?
Hakuryuen is a restored sacred site dedicated to the ” Great White Bearded Deity” and the “Eight Great Dragon Kings. Mr. Shoichi Aono acquired this land in 1962 and developed it in cooperation with his employees and local people. The name comes from the “Great White Bearded God” and the“Eight Great Dragon Kings ” of the shrines in the park.
Basic Information
| Name | Hakuryuen (White Dragon Garden ) |
| Benefits | Prosperity in business, longevity |
| Parking lot | No parking lot |
| Location: 106, Kurama Ninose-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 601-1113, Japan | 106 Kurama Ninose-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 601-1113, Japan |
| TEL: 075-741-2863 | 075-741-2863 |
| Official website | http://hakuryuen.com/ |
Features and Highlights
- Spectacular Japanese garden nestled in the mountains
- The moss-covered stone steps and vermilion-lacquered bridge are atmospheric.
- A variety of scenery that changes with the seasons
The charm of Hakuryuen is its beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. In spring, cherry blossoms and azaleas are in full bloom, in summer the garden is dazzling with fresh greenery, and in autumn, the park is decorated with fiery autumn leaves. In winter, snow covers the area, transforming it into another world of tranquility.
The park is dotted with pavilions and bridges, each offering a different view. Among them, “Ryugin-tei ” is located at the entrance of the approach to the park, and its foundation is built on a stone wall in the form of a cairn. The stone wall on top of the pavilion, which has withstood the wind and snow for many years, stands out in the deep snowy landscape, creating a particularly elegant atmosphere.
At the center of Hakuryuen is a vermilion-lacquered taiko bridge. The bridge, which spans a clear stream deep in the mountains, was built with the cooperation of local residents and Shoichi Aono’s family. The vermilion-lacquered bridge viewed from the moss-covered stone steps is an elegant and picturesque sight.
A special opening to the public will be held in the spring of 2024!
| Event | Special Open House in Spring 2024 |
| Period | First half: 3/20 (Wed., holiday) – 4/21 (Sun.) Second half: 4/27 (Sat) – 6/23 (Sun) *Openings are irregular. |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 – 14:00 (visitors are invited every hour) 10:00 – / 11:00 – / 12:00 – / 13: 00 |
| Admission Fee | First half: 2,000 yen Second half: 1,600 yen *Half price for elementary school students (free for preschool children) |
| Official website | For reservations, click here. |
| Remarks | Please leave the park after 2 hours for each show. The last show of each day is one hour long. Closes at 12:00 on 3/30 (Sat.). |
How to get there
- 5 minutes on foot from Ninose Station on the Eizan Line
- Cab from Kyoto City Subway Kokusaikaikaikan Station (approx. 2,000 yen one way)
- 3 minutes walk from “Ninose” bus stop from Kyoto Bus “Kokusai Kaikan Eki-mae “.
Summary
Hakuryuen is a secluded Japanese garden that offers spectacular seasonal views. You can see different beauty in each season, such as cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, and snowy scenery. Why not leave the hustle and bustle of Kyoto and spend a healing moment in the quiet mountains?
