Kyoto | Hojo Garden, a scenic garden facing the Hojo of Chion-in Temple.

✓ Chion-in Hojo Garden The Hojo Garden of Chion-in Temple is a nationally designated scenic spot. Designed in the early Edo period by the monk Gyoku-en, the garden features a pond-centered strolling style. Within the garden, you'll find the Shinji Pond, Aoi-an, and Tokugawa Gongen Hall. The charm of the Hojo Garden lies in its harmonious space and beautiful composition. In the karesansui (dry landscape) area, white sand and stones symbolically represent mountains and water, creating a serene aesthetic that abstracts natural scenery to its utmost. In the pond garden, natural landscapes unfold around the pond, with seasonal flowers, plants, and trees adding vibrant colors to the surroundings.