Kumamoto travel
Suizenji Jōjuen Garden
Suizenji Jōjuen Garden · 水前寺成趣園
Visit Suizenji Jōjuen for a slow pondside walk. See the garden scenery and small hill modelled on Mount Fuji. A standard walk takes about 30–40 minutes, with extra time needed for a meal or rest.
Visitor information
Address
熊本市中央区水前寺公園8-1
8-1 Suizenji Koen, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto 862-0956, Japan
View on the mapAdmission
From 1 April 2026, admission is JPY 500 for ages 16 and older and JPY 200 for ages 6–15. The checked official table does not state conditions for children under six separately; ask the garden.
Opening hours
The garden opens year-round 08:30–17:00, with last admission at 16:30, but events or notices may change hours.
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What to see at Suizenji Jōjuen Garden
The pond and hill modelled on Mount Fuji
Walk around the pond to see the small Mount Fuji model. Take time to enjoy the pond and hill together as part of the garden scenery.
How to get to Suizenji Jōjuen Garden
Take a Kengunmachi-bound tram to Suizenji-Koen and walk about five minutes to the main entrance. From JR Shin-Suizenji Station, the walk is about 12 minutes. East, south and Soseki gates are normally closed, so follow the official entrance map to the main gate.
Garden access and gates Suizenji return timetable: choose day type Garden operator access guide: five-minute tram walk and 12-minute JR walk
Before you visit
East, south and Soseki gates are normally closed
Head for the main entrance. Navigating to the garden's map centre may lead to a closed gate, so follow the route shown on the official entrance map.
Leave time for a meal or rest
About 30–40 minutes covers a standard walk. Allow more time for leisurely exploring or a meal.
Questions about Suizenji Jōjuen Garden
Which entrance should I use for Suizenji Jōjuen?
Use the main entrance. East, south and Soseki gates are normally closed, so follow the official entrance map. The main entrance is about five minutes on foot from Suizenji-Koen tram stop.
Garden operator access guide: five-minute tram walk and 12-minute JR walk
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