Overview
At about 3.7 hectares, this is the Chubu region's largest pond-strolling garden, composed as a 'story of water': its hill stands for Mt. Ontake, its stream for the Kiso River, its pond for Ise Bay — the region's geography in miniature. The Seiu-tei teahouse, shaped like a swan alighting, serves matcha and sweets (fee), and weeping cherries, irises and maples mirror on the pond through the seasons. A short walk from Atsuta Shrine, it's the city's quietest retreat.
Opening Hours
9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30; closed Mondays)
🚇 Getting there
10 minutes on foot from Exit 4 of Jingu-nishi subway station, or 10 from Atsuta Shrine.
⏱️ How long to visit
About 1-1.5 hours.
🌅 Best time to visit
Peak scenes: irises in late May-June and maples in late November — ideal after a morning visit to Atsuta Shrine.
Travel Tips
Rest with the matcha set at Seiu-tei overlooking the pond; the late-November autumn illumination is the year's best moment.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Nagoya, Japan from Seoul (ICN).
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Things to Do in Nagoya
Me~guru Sightseeing Bus Tour
A loop bus linking only the hits — Nagoya Castle, the Toyota museum, Tokugawaen — with a day pass that maps your whole day and adds admission discounts.
Ghibli Park Day Trip
Ride the Linimo maglev out to Nagakute and spend the day walking Ghibli's worlds, from the Grand Warehouse to Howl's castle. Advance reservations essential.
Tokoname Pottery Path Walk
A half day on the Pottery Path of Tokoname, one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns — brick chimneys, clay-pipe walls, the maneki-neko lane and hands-on pottery studios. Right by Centrair, perfect for departure day.