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Portland, OR Map: The Japanese GardenThe Japanese Garden Frommer's Exceptional

Hours Apr-Sept Mon noon-7pm and Tues-Sun 10am-7pm; Oct-Mar Mon noon-4pm and Tues-Sun 10am-4pm
Address 611 Kingston Ave
Location In Washington Park
Transportation Bus: 63. MAX: Washington Park Station (then, in summer months, take the shuttle bus or the zoo train)
Phone 503/223-1321
Web site www.japanesegarden.com
Prices Admission $8 adults, $6.25 seniors, $5.25 students and children 6-17, free for children under 6
Season Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day

Frommer's Review

Considered the finest example of a Japanese garden in North America, Portland's Japanese Garden should not be missed. Not only are there five different styles of Japanese gardens scattered over 5 1/2 acres, but there's also a view of volcanic Mount Hood, which has a strong resemblance to Mount Fuji.

Although Japanese gardens are traditionally not designed with colorful floral displays, this garden definitely has its seasonal highlights. In early spring there are the cherry trees, in mid-spring there are the azaleas, in late spring a huge wisteria bursts into bloom, and in early summer, large Japanese irises color the banks of a pond. Among the gardens, there's a beautiful and very realistic waterfall.

This is a very tranquil spot and is even more peaceful on rainy days, when the crowds stay away, so don't pass up a visit just because of inclement weather. Also, on the third Saturday of each of the summer months, there's a demonstration of the Japanese tea ceremony in the garden's teahouse.

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