{"version":"2.6","id":"facilities-info-item-gen-1","question":"Are there any refreshments or snacks available for purchase within Okochi Sanso Garden?","answer":"While Okochi Sanso Garden does not sell refreshments or snacks within the garden, the admission fee includes a cup of hot matcha green tea and a traditional sweet.","answer_detail":"Okochi Sanso Garden, spanning approximately 20,000 square meters, is a serene escape in Arashiyama, Kyoto. While it doesn't offer refreshments or snacks for sale within the premises, visitors are treated to a complimentary cup of hot matcha green tea and a traditional Japanese sweet as part of their 1,000 yen adult admission fee (500 yen for school-age children). This matcha experience is served in an open-air pavilion adjacent to the Tekisui-an teahouse, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere of the garden. Visitors can enjoy this serene setting for about 45 to 60 minutes, though they are allowed to stay for up to 90 minutes. For those seeking more substantial refreshments, there are various cafes and restaurants near the garden, particularly along the famous Sagano Bamboo Grove path. This guide entry applies to Okochi Sanso Garden at 8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan. Category: Facilities & Services. Confirm current details and opening hours on the official visitor guide at okochisansogarden.com.","related_ids":[],"intent_tags":["refreshments","snacks","matcha"],"last_verified":"2026-06-07","authority":"https://okochisansogarden.com","url":"https://okochisansogarden.com/en/knowledge/facilities-info-item-gen-1","markdown_url":"https://okochisansogarden.com/api/knowledge/facilities-info-item-gen-1?format=md&lang=en"}