Video Narration Script

The name Rikugien is derived
from the six elements of the
Japanese Waka style of poetry.

In 1695, the 5th Tokugawa shogun,
Tsunayoshi gave this land to
Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa, who then
ordered the construction of Rikugien
which was completed in 1702.

During the Meiji period the garden
became the second residence of
Yataro Iwasaki, the founder of
Mitsubishi Corporation, who later
donated the garden to the
city of Tokyo in 1938.

Takimi No Chaya features the tranquil
sight and sound of falling water and
a view of the rock formation known
as the “Sleeping Dragon.”

Tsutsuji No Chaya was built during
the Meiji period.
It’s unique design makes it a popular
feature of the garden and in the fall,
the colors of the surrounding maple
trees add to its charm.

Fujishiro-toge is a man made hill
that was built to serve as a miniature
representation of a mountain.
The summit is 35 meters high and
provides a great view over the main
central area of the garden.

Togetsukyo is a bridge constructed with
two large stone slabs and gets its name
from a famous Japanese Waka poem.