“Mount Hiko” is a famous sacred mountain for Shugendo (Japanese mountain asceticism) in Japan, and there are related temples and lodgings in the mountains. Among them, seven designated gardens, all pond-style gardens, that are designated as National Scenic Spots remain.
The oldest garden, the “Former Kameishi-bo Garden,” is said to have been designed by Sesshu. It features a unique design with a shallow pond, large waterfall stones, pointed standing stones, and revetment stones.
You can enjoy the gardens while feeling the history of Mount Hiko.
Access Information
Location: Hikosan, Soeda Town, Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture 824-0721
Access: (1) 20 minutes by bus from Hikosan Station