The idea for a japanese garden in seattle had formed by 1909 but it wasn’t until 1957 that planning for a japanese garden in the arboretum began in earnest. The garden is located in the southern end of the washington park arboretum on lake washington boulevard east. This oasis boasts a rich collection of traditional japanese plants and landscaping techniques that emphasize harmony and tranquility. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of seattle city life and explore these japanese botanical gardens! Seattle japanese garden is located within the washington park arboretum, at 1075 lake washington blvd e Parking is free but limited.
Planned by renowned landscape designer juki iida, the seattle japanese garden is faithful to shizensa design and includes stones, water, lanterns, bridges, buildings, plants and animals. The seattle japanese garden at washington park arboretum is one of the most celebrated japanese gardens outside of japan
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