#shōkintei

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Pictured here is the Shōkintei, a tea house at the Imperial Katsura Garden in Kyoto.

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Pictured here is the Shōkintei, a tea house at the Imperial Katsura Garden in Kyoto.

[kyotodreamtrips]

Pictured here is the Shōkintei, a tea house at the Imperial Katsura Garden in Kyoto.

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Numerous flat stones are arranged on the Suhama shore, which extends into the pond. At the end of this shore stands a lantern, symbolising a lighthouse on a cape. This design element is intended to evoke the image of the sea. Additionally, a stone bridge connecting to the islet symbolises Amanohashidate, celebrated as one of Japan's top three scenic views.

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[kyotodreamtrips]

Pictured here is the Shōkintei, a tea house at the Imperial Katsura Garden in Kyoto.