Tennen Zuetei

"A five-minute walk from the Suehirocho bus stop. This historic site is just a short distance north along the road from the Biwako Aika Monument south of the west side of the Lake Biwa Bridge. This teahouse is located on the grounds of the National Place of Scenic Beauty-designated Isome-shi Garden, which boasts sprawling 662 square meter grounds. Beautiful scenery comprised of Lake Biwa and mountains can be seen beyond the stunning garden itself. The teahouse is said to have been one of the favorites of Fujimura Yoken, known as the most prominent of the so called ""four kings"" who were the top apprentices of the many of tea master Sen no Sotan. The teahouse has also been designated a Cultural Property by the prefecture. Persons interested in viewing the interior and the materials of the teahouse must make contact in advance."