A historical garden dating from the Momoyama period (1568 - 1600)
The origin of this garden dates back to 1632 when Hosokawa Tadatoshi, from the first generation of feudal lords who ruled over the Higo provinces, built Suizenji Temple by the lake here. The temple was later relocated and a tea house was built in its place. Following this the site became a retreat and a garden for the Hosokawa family for many years. It was Tsunatoshi, from the third generation of the Hosokawa family, who designed the garden according to the principles established during the Momoyama period at the end of the 16th century.
The garden has been open to the general public since the end of the 19th century.
There are about 150 cherry blossom trees planted along the garden path; many people come to enjoy the delicate flowers from the end of March to the beginning of April.
Suizenji Park and nearby Lake Ezu are known for having very high quality natural water.
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