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What is that ferocious fish statue that can be seen at the Garden? Learn all about our symbol of the Garden - Shachi!
May 81 min read
Patterns from the Path - An Interpretive Scavenger Hunt
Can you find these katagami (textile stencil) patterns in our Garden? Engage your senses with this interpretive scavenger hunt!
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Jan 253 min read
The History ofĀ Musoan Tea House at the Japanese Friendship Garden of PhoenixĀ
Discover the unique history of the early construction of our Garden, and its first finished component - Musoan Tea House.
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Dec 29, 20234 min read
Exploring the Essence of Ikebana - Japanese Flower ArrangementĀ
Learn the basic concepts and stylings of Ikebana - Japanese flower arrangement in our latest article.
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Nov 20, 20233 min read
The Art of Pine Pruning at the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Explore the fascinating techniques around pine pruning, including the aesthetics, horticulture, and tradition of this Japanese art!
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Sep 7, 20232 min read
The Healing Benefits of Visiting Japanese Gardens
Discover how Japanese Gardens can benefit your mental and physical health by connecting with nature.
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Aug 11, 20234 min read
10 Japanese Garden Myths
Where are the cherry blossoms in the Garden? Where can I find your red bridge? You might be surprised to learn that a lot of what we think
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Jul 13, 20232 min read
Building a Nobedan Pathway
Discover how our niwashi constructed a traditional nobedan pathway behind our tea house at the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix!
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Jun 1, 20232 min read
The Plants Used in Our Garden: Why We Don't Have Cherry Blossoms
Does the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix have cherry blossoms? Find out what kind of plants are used in our Garden and why, here!
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May 17, 20234 min read
Enjoying a Japanese Garden
Visiting a Japanese Garden can be an enriching experience, but it's natural to wonder how to make the most of your time there. At our...
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