Sustainable Peace at The Japanese Garden

Alluring botanical garden, relaxing water garden oasis, and a spiritual tea garden!

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Description

Unwind and take a stroll to the spiritual garden oasis at The Japanese Garden in LA. This 6 1/2 acre garden features three gorgeous gardens in one and is truly a hidden, modern beauty. Achieve your best zen self as you walk through Tortoise Island; a magical and dry Zen meditation garden that symbolizes longevity. Continue along the path to the expansive Chisen, "wet-strolling" part of the gardens. Here is where the real magical waters and lush beauties exist. Discover the waterfalls, lakes, and streams from the different vistas of the garden. Pay attention to the amazing stone lanterns that were hand-carved by Japanese artisans! Follow the bamboo and purify yourself before entering the tranquil tea garden. Let's not forget one of the coolest features of this garden: SUSTAINABILITY! The garden's purpose was to demonstrate the positive use of reclaimed water in the most delicate of environments and the results are in the proof. A garden of water and fragrance that leads us to a world free of distraction to just focus on the simplicity of beauty in both nature and life. A much-needed authentic release!

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Itinerary

Leave the world outside and enter The Japanese Garden
Enter the dry meditation garden; Tortoise Island
Experience the meaning of everlasting happiness at the Three-Buddha stone arrangement
Wet-stroll through the gorgeous gardens of waterfalls, lakes, and streams
Smell the fragrance of lilies and lotus flowers in bloom
Walk over the bridges and look for the hidden symbolism in the garden
Purify yourself and enter the tea house overlooking the lake

Location & Hours

6100 Woodley Ave Van Nuys, CA 91406

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Working Hours

Mon10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Tue10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Wed10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Thu10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

FriClosed

SatClosed

SunClosed

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4.5 ● Google reviews

Parking: free with entry Entry: free and by reservation only. Better than expected! Not the greatest Japanese garden in California but definitely top 10, would rank maybe 4 or 5! When you first go in the garden you get hit by a strong waft or chemical and it looks very plain but the back of the garden is great and very well done! Water is clear, tons of different types of birds, more than I have seen next door at the Lake Balboa. Highly recommend

This place is absolutely beautiful. I’m a huge fan and avid frequenter of Japanese gardens, and botanical gardens in general, and was very impressed by the size and layout of this one. It is very well-kept and honestly it was not crowded at all when we went. I believe they cap it at 15 people per hour so it’s easy to have a very quiet stroll alone or with someone you care about. There are waterfalls, small islands, bodegas to sit in, geese walking around, and all sorts of wonderful things to see. Parking is extremely easy and plentiful. All around a really nice experience and I plan to be back in the future.

This place feels like your in a whole another world.... Really beautiful gardens... The lil Japanese house is the best part...

This is a beautiful garden especially when they are not renovating. Very relaxing, calm, serene. There is an entrance fee to help maintain the place which is fine. If you are looking for a place to simply meditate, relax and connect with nature, this place will do.

I have to book appointment online. No entrance fee required at this time. I got to visit last week June 8th. The place is getting a landscape renovation. The gift shop, Tea house and visitor center are still closed. However, I enjoyed seeing the birds, ducks, fish, peaches, bamboo trees, ferns, lotus plants, and the mini waterfalls. Will visit again maybe in the fall.

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FAQs

Are food and drink allowed?

No food or drink (other than water) are allowed. Drinking fountains are not available, please bring water with you to the site.

Do you have to reserve in advance for admission?

Admission is free and by reservation only.

What happens if there is rain in the forecast?

In case of significant rain within 24 hours of your scheduled visit time, The Garden is closed. You should contact The Garden the day of your visit if rain occurs to verify.