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Okochi Sanso Garden

Garden · Kyoto-shi ·

Okochi Sanso Garden

Garden · Kyoto-shi ·
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The Perfect 7-Day Japan Itinerary (Updated 2025)

"The Okochi Sanso Garden (and home) belonged to the actor Denjirō Ōkōchi; it’s not free (1,000 JPY) but is really nice and offers wonderful views—worth combining with an early visit to the Arashiyama area." - Matthew Kepnes

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Tranquil Japanese gardens with scenic views, tea house, matcha

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8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan Get directions

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Tranquil Japanese gardens with scenic views, tea house, matcha

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8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan Get directions

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