Hama-rikyu Gardens is a delightful oasis from Tokyo’s glass towers in Shiodome. Defining the property is Shioiri-no-ike, a seawater pond influenced by the flowing tide. Spanning the peaceful water are footbridges. The O-tsutai-bashi is made from cypress wood and stretches 387 feet. Accenting the garden are three teahouses. Suspended on a platform is the Nakajima-no-ochaya. The other two reproductions are Matsu-no-ochaya (Pine Teahouse) and Tsubame-no-ochaya (Swallow Teahouse).
