Japanese Tea Garden

Situated in the center of one of the oldest Japanese gardens in the country, this open-air tea room attracts tourists and locals alike. The zen garden is dotted with koi ponds, waterfalls, bamboo and maple trees, and the dining area overlooks the south pond and the stately five-story red pagoda. The small assortment of Japanese teas includes Sencha, a green tea; HojiCha, which is roasted in a porcelain pot over charcoal; Genmaicha, a green tea with toasted brown rice; jasmine and matcha. The pots can be accompanied by traditional Japanese treats like red bean pastries and sweet rice cakes (kuzumochi).