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!

Perfect for

For solo

For two

For families with kids

For parents and grownups

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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

It was my first time visiting this place and I was a bit disappointed as I was not able to see all of the garden. Part of the garden was closed to the public as they were working or giving maintenance to it. But the part I was able to see looked nice. I love nature, so I couldn't miss a chance to visit this place. Will visit again on a future day and hopefully the whole garden will be accessible to the public by then.

Such a lovely, calming place. Prepare to be amazed and be absorbed in nature. The sights are beautiful. The atmosphere and sounds are really inviting (except for the planes flying above). I went to the gardens in the morning from 9:30am to 12pm. We were about five people walking around the gardens. It was so peaceful and nurturing. The weather was perfect... except that at the time, some sections of the garden were closed off due to ongoing construction work. Other than that, it was rewarding. I am happy I went.

We loved this place. It was beautiful and peaceful. Very serene. Nice place for a date. Makes you forget you're in LA.

A hidden gem in the valleys! reservations can be made online but make sure you pick a day ahead of time because they get booked pretty fast. There’s plenty of parking space in front of the Japanese garden entrance. You have to show the security by the gate your reservation to gain access. I’ll be coming back again to see the two houses that are currently closed for reconstruction.

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

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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.