Okochi Sanso Villa

Name: Okochi Sanso Villa
Address: 8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (200)・Garden・Tourist Attraction・Park・Point Of Interest・Establishment

Okochi Sanso Villa is a stunning retreat in the Arashiyama area of Kyoto. Built by famous Japanese actor Denjiro Okochi, this villa offers a peaceful escape with breathtaking views. The property spans several acres and features beautifully landscaped gardens, traditional Japanese architecture, and scenic paths.

As you wander through the villa, you'll come across various tea houses and pavilions, each offering a unique perspective of the surrounding nature. The gardens are meticulously designed, with seasonal flowers, well-maintained trees, and tranquil ponds. One of the highlights is the panoramic view of Kyoto and the Hozu River, which is especially captivating during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.

Visitors can enjoy a complimentary matcha tea and sweet treat as part of the admission, adding to the serene experience. The combination of natural beauty and traditional design makes Okochi Sanso Villa a perfect spot for those looking to experience the tranquility and elegance of Japanese culture.

Hours:

6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Closed:

No closing days

Available:

All year

Minimum Age:

All ages are welcome

Admission Fee:

1,000 yen (Adult)

500 yen (Students and children)

Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Phone

+81 75-872-2233

The area

Address

8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan

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What other travelers are saying about Okochi Sanso Villa

Beautiful garden, perfect to escape from the crowd from the bamboo forest. The tickets are 1000 yen per adult. It worths it. You can have some tea or matcha (free) in the tea house. Then walk and follow the paths to enjoy the beautiful views. A nice experience we didn’t plan but it came out great!

Juan Buchelli

Dec 29, 2024

It was one of my highlights here in Kyoto. Very tranquil and I fell in love with one of the landscape views. Itwas full of color and felt like I was in a movie. Check it out!

Spencer Q

Apr 4, 2025

Beautiful tranquil and peaceful walking path along a terraced garden, well worth the entry fee, which keeps most of bamboo forest visitors away. Very relaxing and enjoyable.

Damian S

Mar 11, 2025

This is absolutely incredible. As I write this, I'm in the garden at a rest house they have, which has free tea and WiFi. I have the whole room to myself. It's quiet, stunningly beautiful in the garden, and well worth your time to visit.

Sattva Photo

Feb 17, 2025

Really stunning Japanese garden, cannot recommend this enough. We were mesmerized at every turn, and the fall colors were so beautiful. Please note that it is not very accessible, there are a lot of awkward stairs so you’ll need to be able to maneuver pretty well.