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San Diego Map: Japanese Friendship GardenJapanese Friendship Garden Frommer's Recommended

Hours Tues-Sun 10am-4pm; daily 10am-4pm in summer
Address
2125 Park Blvd
Location Adjacent to the Organ Pavilion
Transportation Bus: 7
Phone 619/232-2721
Web site www.niwa.org
Prices Admission $3 adults, $2.50 seniors, $2 students and military, free for children 6 and under. Free 3rd Tues of each month

Frommer's Review

Of the 11 1/2 acres designated for the garden, only 2 acres have been developed. Yet to come are herb and tea gardens, a cherry tree grove, a lily pond, and an amphitheater. What is here, though, is beautifully serene and is referred to as San-Kei-En, or "three-scene garden." It represents ties to San Diego's sister city of Yokohama, which has a similarly named garden. From the main gate, a crooked path (to confound evil spirits, who move only in a straight line) threads its way to the information center in a Zen-style house. Here you can view the most ancient kind of garden, the sekitei, made only of sand and stone (a self-guided tour is available). Teas, sushi, noodles, and more are served on a Japanese-style deck to the left of the entrance; imported gifts are also for sale. Japanese holidays are celebrated here, and the public is invited.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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