甘味処 囲炉裏茶房 寿長生の郷
Kanou Shojuan
A serene Satoyama garden complex where traditional wagashi meets kaiseki café, tea ceremony, seasonal strolls, and cultural workshops.
Dining
Cultural Destination & Café, Wagashi, Satoyama Experience
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Perched in a hillside village overlooking Lake Biwa’s Setta River, Sunai no Sato feels like stepping into a living Japanese scroll—a landscape of plum groves, wildflowers, and mosaic paths. The site centers on Kanou Shoujuan’s century-rooted wagashi craft, taught in artisan workshops and presented in a tearoom where matcha accompanies handcrafted sweets like the signature “Amo.” The adjacent café and winery-style restaurant serve dishes using local produce and Omi beef, including seasonal kaiseki and lunch bento. Seasonal events—from plum-picking in spring to summer sweets—draw visitors back throughout the year. It’s more than a sweets destination: it’s a full cultural immersion, slowed by taste, technique, and season.
Facilities & Services
Free parking (50+ spaces)
Accessible pathways and restrooms; mostly barrier-free
On-site bakery & café, main restaurant, tearoom, workshops, craft gallery
Seasonal walking paths and gardens—open daily 10:00–17:00; closed Wednesdays (except March & November)
Shuttle bus from JR Ishiyama Station; no public transit nearby
English signage and staff; Wi‑Fi available
Admission includes access to grounds; tea ceremony, kaiseki, and experiences require reservation
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