Kamisho-ji Museum of Zen and Gardens

At the Shinkoji Zen and Garden Museum in Fukuyama City, you can experience the contrast between a Japanese garden created by landscape artist Fumio Nakane and the "Koan Garden" designed by Kohei Nawa of Sandwich, stimulating all five senses. In addition, the space displays the Shirahama Collection and Zen calligraphy and paintings, making it a deep space where you can understand Zen. This place, which combines contemporary art and traditional Japanese culture, is a must-see!

At the Shinshoji Zen and Garden Museum in Fukuyama City, there is a building called "Kotei" that was created using traditional techniques. The gentle curves and soft colors of the building harmonize with the surrounding environment, and it was made by skilled craftsmen using 650,000 boards. The beautiful wood grain pattern is a feature of this space art that combines contemporary art with traditional Japanese culture. It is an impressive building that overwhelms visitors.

At the Kamakatsuji Zen and Garden Museum in Fukuyama City, you can appreciate Zen teachings expressed through contemporary art and the Hakugin Collection. The building itself is also an exhibit, and the entire space allows you to feel Zen. In addition, you can enjoy various contents such as Japanese gardens and hot springs. It's a place where you can touch traditional culture and discover new ZEN. Please come and visit!

At Kamakatsuji Zen and Garden Museum in Fukuyama City, you can experience various Zen practices such as Zazen, Sutra copying, and Zen painting. You can also enjoy meditation experiences that calm the mind, as well as matcha tea, udon noodles, and baths. The building is modern and surrounded by art exhibitions. There is also a Japanese garden where you can spend a relaxing time in harmony with nature. This is a must-visit spot for those interested in Zen!

At the Shinkoji Zen and Garden Museum in Fukuyama City, there is a Japanese garden where you can enjoy beautiful autumn foliage on a vast grounds. The garden was designed by Kinzaburo Nakane and Shiro Nakane, and features a heart-shaped pond and a dragon-back bridge, creating a serene and traditional Japanese atmosphere. Especially during the autumn foliage season, it's a must-see! You can enjoy a fantastic view of the illuminated dragon-back bridge at the center. You can spend a luxurious time in a quiet and peaceful space, in harmony with nature.