#Shikinaen Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
City Parks
Gardens
Popular Spots
Historical Sites
UNESCO World Heritage - Cultural Sites
Address:
421-7 Maaji, Naha, Okinawa 902-0072, Japan
Opening times:
Opens at 9:00-17:30Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
1 hour
Phone:
+81 98-855-5936
Shikinaen Garden
Shikinaen Garden (Shikinaen) is a Japanese garden located in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, and has a beautiful history dating back to the Ryukyu Kingdom era. The garden was built on the site of the residence of the Shikina family, who were nobles of the Ryukyu Kingdom, and the garden itself has a history of about 250 years. Shikinaen Garden has a unique atmosphere that combines the beauty of Japanese gardens with the charm of Ryukyu culture, offering visitors a space of tranquility and healing. Inside the garden, there are scenic views of ponds and rock arrangements, flowers that bloom in each season, and Ryukyuan-style buildings that are highlights for enjoyment. Despite being located in Naha City, Shikinaen Garden is a place surrounded by nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and is loved by tourists and locals alike.
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Shikina-en Garden,
#thingstodo Shikina-en Garden, rebuilt after the Okinawa War, was originally built as former Ryukyu kings' 2nd residence and probably summer house in 18th century [1799 AD]. Even after it was rebuilt, it was designated as one of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Unlike other traditional Japanese gardens of imperial families or dignities, which are often composed of pond, flower trees, bamboo trees, stone bridge, artificial hills and rivers, Shikina-en Garden has Chinese-style pavilion, pond in Chinese "heart" shape, fewer flower trees, but lots of tall trees, especially banyan trees, which can shield visitors or users from sunshine even though trees' roots develop and grow like spiderwebs.
The entrance fee for the Garden is $ 400 Yen.