The Inner Gardens of Meiji Shrine (Tokyo, Japan)

On 2007, June 1, the Members of Kanagawa International Association's Minami Circle made a trip to visit the Meiji Shrine in Tokyo which included their Inner Gardens.



This is the path entering the Inner Gardens. This has always been one of my most favorite quiet places in the downtown area of Tokyo.



This is the Kakuun-Tei (Tea House). The former building was built in 1900 by His Majesty the Emperor Meiji for Her Majesty the Empress Shoken. Unfortuantely during World War II, the original structure was destroyed by fire. This building was reconstructed in 1958.



This view is overlooking the lake towards the path which leads up to the famous Meiji Shrine's iris gardens.



In late May and early June, the famous Meiji Shrine's iris gardens display their beautiful Japanese iris.



The Kiyomasa-Ido (well) for the Inner Gardens at Meiji Shrine was built by Lord Kiyomasa during the Edo period. This well is located at the South Pond. It provides year-round the pure water.



While walking back from the well, I caught an amazing glimpse of the South Pond through the trees.



Here is the look-out for everyone to enjoy watching the colorful carp.



These are some of the colorful carp that are swimming in the Pond.



As I was walking turning to return to the Entrance, I caught a glimpse of the gorgeous trees that surround the Pond to my left side.


more later...