Kikugetsutei — Attraction in Takamatsu

This historic teahouses make it a perfect spot to slow down and soak in the beauty of traditional Japan. For 800 yen, you’re treated to a beautifully prepared bowl of matcha and a delicate chestnut-flavored cake. The tea is served in a traditional setting and the staff are incredibly gracious and welcoming.

After enjoying your tea, the staff invite you to step behind the teahouse to explore a hidden view of the lake and garden. It’s a quiet, almost secret corner of the park that offers a stunning perspective like stepping...

Visited on tuesday morning. A sukiya-zukuri style tea house which you could order Sencha (600 yen) or Maccha (800 yen). You might get it hot or cold. Comes with a sweet. Be prepared - you might wana savour your tea in silence and peace but the eagerness of tourists in getting photos of the view from within the teahouse might dampen the zen. The view of the Nanko pond from the tea house would have been better without the fence...

Ritsurin Garden is one of my favorite gardens in Japan. We live visiting Shikoku because there are way fewer people than where we live (Tokyo). I love this garden because I can enjoy the garden without a big crowd—no lines, no competition for the serene views! This tea house is a real gem, just for the views. In the rain, it is a great spot to take a break and enjoy the views without...