Travel Stories Rokasensuiso - inside the urban jungle in Otsu city

Rokasensuiso - inside the urban jungle in Otsu city

It feels like the time stopped flowing here – Rokasensuiso.

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It located on Zeze, inside the urban jungle of the Otsu city, Shiga prefecture since 100 years ago. It is designated as a National Important Cultural Property.

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I feel I found a new place to be relax. The reason why I felt like this – it builded by Shunkyo Yamamoto, the Japanese traditional painter was born here, 1872. There is a painting room on up stairs, which you can see his masterpieces.

IMG_0111.jpgIMG_0112.jpgAwesome Japanese traditional garden beside the Lake Biwa (Biwako).

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There are 4 Japanese Tea ceremony rooms here. Each room has theme and secret designated decoration. I cannot tell you the details, so you will find it.

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Easy access to Otsu from Kyoto, it takes 10 minutes by train. If any chance, please visit to Rokasensuiso to see the Japanese traditional painting here.

IMG_0110.jpgMeditation, walk around the Japanese garden or just see the masterpiece….etc. Ideal for relax, how to enjoy whatever you want.

Rokasensuiso (1-19-23 Nakasho, Otsu City, Shiga prefecture) Booking in advance : info@rashinban.main.jp

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