Located in the precincts of Nanzenji Temple, Suijikaku is a brick arched aqueduct built in the Meiji era (1868-1912) and forms part of the Lake Biwa Canal. It is approximately 93 meters long, 13 meters high, and 4 meters wide, and features a design reminiscent of an aqueduct in ancient Rome. This aqueduct was designed by a young engineer, Sakuro Tanabe, who was 21 years old at the time. The Lake Biwa Sosui project was undertaken to restore Kyoto, which had declined after the transfer of the capital to Tokyo, and Suirokaku was completed in 1888 as part of the project. Although some initially opposed to its construction on the grounds that it would detract from the scenery of Nanzenji Temple, it now blends harmoniously with the surrounding nature and has become a symbolic presence of Nanzenji Temple. It is a popular spot for tourists and photographers, especially during the season of autumn leaves. Suijikaku is also frequently used as a location for TV dramas and movies, and its beautiful scenery has been depicted in many productions. Although located within the precincts of Nanzenji Temple, the facility is owned by Kyoto City and can be visited freely.