#ritsurin garden

[ranatsume]

3.11.23

香川県の栗林公園の鯉

Koi fish at Ritsurin Garden in Kagawa, Japan

[streetsahead83]

[jetsettermac]

takamatsu, kagawa | april 30-may 3, 2023

ritsurin garden, symbol tower, tamura shrine, sanuki udon

>> read about it here <<

>> see all golden week 2023 posts <<

[enyoalkis]

August 2024 Japan Trip 🇯🇵 SLOWPOKE PARK ⋆ ヤドン公園 Ayagawa, Kagawa Prefecture

This is a must pilgrimage site for Slowpoke fans!

More Kagawa Prefecture travel photos: Governor Slowpoke Meetup 8.25.24 ⋆ Slowpoke Hotel (Shodoshima) ⋆ Slowpoke Hotel (Takamatsu) ⋆ Slowpoke Ferry ⋆ Slowpoke Mailbox ⋆ Angel Road, Shodoshima ⋆ Marugame Castle ⋆ Ritsurin Garden

[bunsakashitajapanpaintings]

Hazy morning before 10 AM, Ritsurin Garden Takamatsu, Japan (Sep 15 2012) Winsor & Newton Water Mixable Oil 5.5x8.25 Hand.Book Journal Sketchbook Canvas Front Cover May 22 2024

[travelingonvacation]

Japan is a country with a rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and a blend of modern and traditional elements. Whether you're interested in exploring historical temples, enjoying the beauty of cherry blossoms, or experiencing cutting-edge technology in bustling cities, Japan has something for everyone. Here's a guide to help you plan your visit to Japan:

1. Tokyo:

Asakusa: Visit Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street.

Shibuya Crossing: Experience the iconic pedestrian scramble.

Akihabara: Explore the electronics and anime district.

Tsukiji Outer Market: Try fresh sushi and seafood.

2. Kyoto:

Fushimi Inari Shrine: Walk through thousands of red torii gates.

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion): Admire the stunning Zen Buddhist temple.

Arashiyama: Explore the bamboo groves and visit the Iwatayama Monkey Park.

3. Osaka:

Osaka Castle: Visit this historic castle surrounded by a beautiful park.

Dotonbori: Experience vibrant nightlife and try local street food.

Universal Studios Japan: Enjoy the theme park attractions.

4. Hiroshima:

Peace Memorial Park: Reflect on the city's history and visit the Atomic Bomb Dome.

Miyajima Island: Explore the iconic "floating" torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine.

5. Nara:

Nara Park: Interact with friendly deer and visit Todai-ji Temple.

Kasuga Taisha Shrine: Explore the lantern-lined paths.

6. Hokkaido:

Sapporo: Enjoy winter sports, the Snow Festival, and delicious local cuisine.

Shikisai-no-Oka Flower Fields: Visit colorful flower fields in Biei.

7. Kanazawa:

Kenrokuen Garden: Experience one of Japan's three most beautiful landscape gardens.

Higashi Chaya District: Wander through well-preserved geisha districts.

8. Mount Fuji:

Chureito Pagoda: Capture stunning views of Mount Fuji.

Lake Kawaguchi: Enjoy the scenery around this picturesque lake.

9. Okinawa:

Shurijo Castle: Explore the reconstructed castle in Naha.

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium: Visit one of the largest aquariums in the world.

10. Japanese Onsen (Hot Springs):

Experience the relaxation of traditional hot springs, such as those in Hakone or Beppu.

11. Japanese Gardens:

Visit traditional Japanese gardens like Ritsurin Koen in Takamatsu or Korakuen in Okayama.

12. Cherry Blossom Season:

Plan your visit during spring (late March to early April) to witness the breathtaking cherry blossoms.

13. Traditional Tea Ceremony:

Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony for a glimpse into Japanese culture.

14. Sumo Wrestling:

Attend a sumo wrestling match or visit a sumo training stable.

15. Japanese Cuisine:

Try sushi, ramen, tempura, kaiseki (multi-course meal), and other local specialties.

Tips:

Transportation: Utilize Japan's efficient and punctual public transportation, including the Shinkansen (bullet train).

Cash: While credit cards are accepted in urban areas, it's advisable to have some cash, especially in rural regions.

Language: English may not be widely spoken, so learning a few basic Japanese phrases can be helpful.

Japan offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation, and each region has its own distinct charm. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or modern city life, Japan provides a diverse range of experiences. Enjoy your travels in the Land of the Rising Sun!

[silence-the-barking-monk]

A stone basin or chozuya and a small tree punctuate the raked gravel of a zen garden near the Kikugetsutei in Ritsurin Park, Takamatsu, Japan.

[yousakana]

White-tailed godwits gathered to suck the nectar from the plum trees in Ritsurin Garden, Takamatsu city, Kagawa pref., Japan. The plum trees in Ritsurin Garden come into blossom in mid-February and bear fruit around June, which is harvested for ume wine. There are more than 300 horticultural varieties of ume, and in Ritsurin Park there are about 100 wild ume, 20 red ume and 50 Bungo ume varieties. In Japan, the ume lives in forests across the country, from flatlands to mountainous areas. The bird is abundant in evergreen broad-leaved forests in south-west Japan and is scarce in Hokkaido. They can also be found in city gardens and parks. Characteristic feature is the white rufous plumes around the eyes. These are also short feathers. White-eyes like the nectar of camellias and other flowers. Its tongue is like a brush used by humans, and it feeds on nectar by inserting it into the nectar and holding it in the tip of its tongue. They often appear in front of us. Along with the sweet-loving shorebirds, white-eyes are thought to have originated in the tropical regions of Asia. It is thought that they acquired their ecology in places where fruit and flowers are abundant all year round. The name of the country's new era, "Reiwa", was chosen more than 1,200 years ago from a preface to 32 poems about plum blossoms in the Manyoshu, the oldest extant collection of Japanese poetry in Japan. 「初春令月 気淑風和 梅披鏡前之粉 蘭薫珮後之香」 The air is beautiful and the wind is gentle, the plum blossoms bloom white as if in front of a mirror, and the orchids are fragrant like the fragrance they carry in their bodies. The air is beautiful and the wind is gentle.) メジロが栗林公園（りつりんこうえん）の梅の蜜を吸いに集まっていました。 栗林公園の梅は、2月中旬に花の見頃を迎え、6月頃に実がなり梅酒用に収穫されてます。梅の園芸品種は、300種類以上あり、栗林公園には、野梅系が約100本、紅梅系が約20本、豊後系が約50本あります。 日本では全国の平地から山地の林にすんでいます。西南日本の常緑広葉樹林に多く、北���道では少ない鳥。市街地の庭や公園にもいます。特徴は、目のまわりの白いフチドリ。これも短い羽毛です。メジロは椿などの花の蜜が好き。舌が人の使う筆のようになっており、花蜜にさし込んで舌の先に含ませるようにして食べています。よく私たちの目の前にあらわれてくれます。甘い物好きのヒヨドリと共にメジロもアジアの熱帯地域に生まれた鳥と考えられています。一年中果実や花に恵まれている場所で獲得した生態なのでしょう。 元号「令和（れいわ）」は、1200年以上前、日本に現存する最古の和歌集「万葉集」の梅の花の歌32首の序文から引用され決められました。 「初春令月 気淑風和 梅披鏡前之粉 蘭薫珮後之香」 @udonken_kagawa #uptak #takamatsu #kagawa #ume #plum #japan (栗林公園) https://www.instagram.com/p/CorYiLbPoNR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[tennstudio]

Tranquil Tea Ceremony at Ritsurin Garden

[hi-technique]

Ritsurin Garden, Takamatsu by DanÅke Carlsson

[redsamuraiii]

Wakimachi Udatsu

Iya-no-Kazurabashi

Oboke Sightseeing Pleasure Cruise

Yusuhara Community Library

Tea Café Asunaro

Kagawa’s Ritsurin Garden

Yu-No-Mori Ryokan

[streetsahead83]

[jetsettermac]

golden week: shikoku

april 30-may 7, 2023

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for golden week this year i decided to visit the four prefectures on the island of shikoku!

you can get to shikoku by ferry, plane, or train. i choose train, so i came in through okayama on a bridge over the seto inland sea, which was really cool!

for most people, including me, takamatsu city in kagawa prefecture is the gateway to shikoku. i spent the first several days of my golden week there. the first day was a travel day, but the second day i spent exploring takamatsu. i visited ritsurin garden, which is one of japan's most beautiful gardens (though not the top three). it was a really nice garden with a clearly laid out walking path throughout. i also gathered up my courage and went up to the observatory in symbol tower, which offers views of takamatsu city and the seto inland sea from the 29th floor. finally, i visited a shrine deep into the city to get my kagawa goshuin.

the following day i had a day trip to tokushima. i originally was going to visit the naruto whirlpool, but they only appear during high/low tide so timing the visit can be difficult. ultimately i decided to visit tokushima city instead, and went to the awaodori museum and the nearby shrine. when i came back i tried sanuki udon, which was pretty good!

after that was a travel day to kochi city. perhaps one of my favorite days, the views from the train through central shikoku were immaculate! we went through the iya valley, and i got to see oboke gorge from the train window.

kochi city was really fun. it's the type of city that really lets its hair down at night. i visited the castle museum, the castle grounds, a shrine, and the shopping streets in downtown kochi. there's something really nice about a pacific city with tall palm trees and a relaxed nightlife!

the day after was another travel day, going back up through central shikoku and then over to matsuyama city in ehime. unfortunately the bad weather was rolling in, so that same day i made a quick visit to dogo onsen and the surrounding area, which is a really cool area. there's a cute animated clock that plays music through the day, and there's a shopping street with lots of souvenir opportunities. dogo onsen is currently being renovated but even so, you can still see the front!

on may 6, the last full day, it did heavy-rain. however, before it started i was able to visit a shrine in ehime and get a new goshuin book because i filled up the old one! my hotel was near okaidou shopping street which was convenient for the rainy day situation, since it's covered.

and may 7th i went home from ehime via okayama! i had originally planned to go on the jet ferry, but with the weather being terrible for two straight days i decided it's safer to take the train.

to sum it all up, shikoku is known as this backwater country sort of place, and in some ways it is. it's not very accessible for wheelchair users, and most places required paper tickets and could not accept ic cards for trains, BUT everyone i met was super kind and wanted to chat (shoutout to the man at the shrine who let me take cute pictures of my new goshuin), and shikoku just has a vibe about it that's very cool and fun. i would love to go back next time i'm in japan.

[enyoalkis]

August 2024 Japan Trip 🇯🇵 SLOWPOKE HOTEL ROOM ⋆ ヤドンホテルルーム Takamatsu Tokyu REI Hotel, Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture

Another Slowpoke Hotel Room I stayed in but for 1 night only! It's a smaller room compared to the one in Shodoshima International Hotel but more modern.

More Kagawa Prefecture travel photos: Governor Slowpoke Meetup 8.25.24 ⋆ Slowpoke Hotel (Shodoshima) ⋆ Slowpoke Park, Ayagawa ⋆ Slowpoke Ferry ⋆ Slowpoke Mailbox ⋆ Angel Road, Shodoshima ⋆ Marugame Castle ⋆ Ritsurin Garden

[kalunoid10]

栗林公園のチームラボのやつ行ってきました。

[soliloquyinthedark]

Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu, Kagawa, Japan