• Shukkei-en (縮景園) is a historic Japanese garden in the city of Hiroshima, Japan. The Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum is located adjacent to the garden. History.
  • Shukkeien (縮景園) can be translated into English as "shrunken-scenery garden", which is also a good description of the garden itself. Valleys, mountains and forests...
  • I saw Shukkei-en Garden on a map, and decided to check it out. It is not far from the main train station, so it is a must. ... Things to do near Shukkei-en Garden.
  • Geikibou is the highest summit within the garden where you can get a view of Itsukushima Shrine beyond the landscape of Shukkei-en.
  • Shukkei-en 縮景園. Published on : 21/01/2015. ... "Shukkei" literally means "close to", a clever play on perspectives to replicate natural scenery.
  • All you need to know about Shukkei-en in Hiroshima, Japan for your next trip. General information, official website, nearby hotels, tours & excursions, and more.
  • Shukkei-en was constructed by Ueda Sōko, who served lord Asano as chief retainer (karō) of the domain and as a tea master.
  • Its vegetal architecture is built around a wonderful pond that made the place’s reputation. Shukkei-en can translate into "the Shrunken-Scenery Garden".
  • About Shukkei-en. Shukkeien's name can be converted into English as "contracted view cultivate", which is likewise a decent portrayal of the garden itself.
  • Shukkei-en was first opened to the public in 1940. Although almost completely destroyed in the atomic bombing, it has been lovingly restored.
  • The garden re-opened in 1951 after significant renovations. Shukkei-en is a beautiful garden featuring miniature versions of hills, valleys, forests, and a pond.
  • Modelled after West Lake in Hangzhou, China, Shukkei-en was built in 1620 for daimyō (domain lord) Asano Nagaakira.
  • Shukkei-en , lord Asano'ya bölgenin baş hizmetlisi ve çay ustası olarak hizmet eden Ueda Sōko tarafından inşa edildi .