# Shukkei-en

Hiroshima, Japan

Shukkei-en is an Edo-period strolling garden begun in 1620 for the Asano lords. Its name means condensed scenery, miniature mountains, valleys and a central pond gathered around an arched stone bridge, replanted after the 1945 atomic bombing.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Shukkei-en, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 34.39942, 132.46724

[City page](/cities/hiroshima)

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