The main facility's "Seiu-tei" is a full-scale teahouse done in an authentic Sukiya style where tea parties and other events are held. There is another teahouse at Shioiri-tei where you can enjoy matcha tea while admiring the garden. Additionally within the garden you will most likely hear the sounds of the suikinkutsu (an item placed in the garden to help incorporate the sound of water into the garden). This suikinkutsu is very rare even in Japan because it is capable of making 3 different tones.