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Portland Japanese Garden

611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205
503 223 1321
Ranked #6 of 297 attractions in Portland
4.5 of 5 stars 361 Reviews
Type: Gardens
Activities: Walking
Traveller Description: The Portland Japanese Gardens    . When visiting the Gardens, you can park in the lot and walk up the path towards the Gardens, pausing now and then... more »
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Houston, Texas, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

My husband and I visit Japanese gardens wherever we go and have seen our fair share of spectacular Japanese gardens in the Pacific Northwest. Portland has by far one of the most beautiful and authentic gardens we have ever seen here in the United States. On 5.5 acres, the garden has 5 themed areas which, I can imagine, have a... More

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Boulder City, NV
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Soft rain was magical. beautiful place. Male docent was very good. More

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Charlottetown, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

the guide was simply wonderful the gardens were a work of art everywheres the peace and beauty was outstanding you felt like your cares were outside the gate and inside the garden was a haven of rest More

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Modesto, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I kind of had to drag my husband to the Japanese Gardens. He is also a gardner himself and probably thought why would I want to go visit Japanese Gardens. Well, he loved it and I loved it. What a magnificent place to visit. Unbelievably beautiful. We went on Mother's Day so the place was busy and parking was a... More

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Portland, Oregon
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

The Japanese Garden is one of the most beautiful spots in Portland. You do have to pay to get in (around $12?) and the hike to get up is a pretty steep switchback so if you have a hard time walking up hill you may want to bring an assistive device. The garden is absolutely picturesque and has wonderful views... More

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Hammond, Louisiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

For those who want to enjoy some quiet time. Beautiful Japanese landscaping and traditional architecture. There are a few places to seat, but for the most part, be prepared for some steep walk. The place can be visited in an hour, but if you could spend hours of meditative introspection. Well worth visiting! More

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Astoria
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The Japanese Gardens are a way to return to a peaceful place, and contemplate the beauties of nature. Every season has its own beauty. More

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Portland, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

serene, authentic, non-commercial - not to be missed More

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Jacksonville, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Beautiful setting, spiritual, clean, neat. A definite must. Set in Portland's Rose Garden. Kill two birds with one stone. Don't miss it! More

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Littleton, Colorado
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

So beautiful, lush, green, quiet and peaceful. Very nicely tended gardens. Worth going to and very close to the International Rose Test Garden and yet a world away. More

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