Kitatani Yoseien, located northeast of Kinashi Station, is home to 400 to 500 black pine bonsai trees estimated to be over 100 years old, collected from the mountains and potted on Seto Inland Sea islands about 60 years ago.
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The Experience
enable-markdown: # "Yamadori" refers to the process of rooting trees native to the mountains and potting them, making them a valuable bonsai tree with a unique character that differs from most bonsai grown in fields. At the time, black pine trees were grown on Seto Inland Sea islands to provide fireplaces for baths, but the island pines exposed to strong sea breezes have a natural curve, allowing nature to nurture them into unexpected tree shapes. "The second generation collected the trees from the islands, and the third generation has continued to shape them day after day. I can't let these valuable trees be ruined in my generation. It's my mission to properly nurture the talents of these excellent bonsai," says fourth-generation owner Ryuichi Kitatani. Watching the third generation's efforts, he naturally aspired to take over the business. Ryuichi broadcasts "The Fourth Generation Bonsai Never Withers School" on YouTube, teaching beginners how to grow bonsai. He also posts on Facebook how to enjoy bonsai, and both have been met with particularly positive responses from foreign bonsai enthusiasts. The number of foreign visitors to his garden is also increasing, and although export restrictions are difficult, he sees great potential for bonsai overseas.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
- French
Itinerary
- 09:00Meeting at JR Kinashi Station
- 09:15Garden strolling (with guidance, 60 minutes)
- 10:15BONSAI experience (Wire replacement, Pruning etc, 90 minutes)
- 11:00Dismiss at JR Kinashi Station
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
- You can customize it as you like. If you have any requests please let us know in advance.
- If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
- You can skip the spot where you don't go (※in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
- If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)
- Please note that bringing large luggage during the tour is not allowed.
- Please come in comfortable walking shoes.
Important Booking Information
Customer Guidelines:
- Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting time.
- Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.
- The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion.
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel on 10 day(s) before departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 7 ~ 9 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel during 1 ~ 6 day(s) of departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)