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Tea Room ／ Wakayama
Kōshō-an
こうしょうあん
A sukiya-style tea room in Wakayama Castle's Momijidani garden, completed in 1974 with a donation from Matsushita Kōnosuke. It serves tea and can be booked for tea gatherings and lessons.
Kōshō-an is a sukiya-style tea room completed in May 1974 with a donation from Wakayama native Matsushita Kōnosuke, to mark the garden restoration of 1973. Its name joins the 'kō' of Momijidani (Kōyōkei) with the 'shō' (pine) of Matsushita.
Roofed in copper over timber, it faces a moss-covered garden. The garden can be enjoyed from the room in every season, with Kishū tea and sweets and the sound of the stream.
It is booked privately by individuals and groups, from the city and beyond, for formal tea gatherings and lessons. Tea utensils are lent free of charge.
How to experience itVisit & use
Usucha with a sweet (¥500–600) is served. Private bookings open one year ahead; none are taken from late March to the May holidays or from early November to early December. Contact Kōshō-an (073-431-8648).
Book / apply
Private booking and tea service（official page） ↗Private booking and tea service for Kōshō-an through the site's official page. Please check availability and conditions there.
Visitor informationInformation
| Address | Momijidani, Wakayama Castle, Wakayama |
|---|---|
| Hours | 9:00–16:30 (enter by 16:00 for tea) |
| Closed | Dec 29–Jan 3 |
| Tea | Usucha with fresh sweet ¥600 / with dry sweet ¥500 (only the ¥600 set in maple and cherry seasons) |
| Rental | Tatami room 9–12 ¥5,760 / 12–16 ¥8,170; ryūrei room ¥5,760 each slot (cooling ¥200/hr, heating ¥410/hr) |
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