Shachi in the Garden
What is that ferocious fish statue that can be seen at the Garden? Learn all about our symbol of the Garden - Shachi!
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- May 8
- 1 min
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 25
- 3 min
The History of Musoan Tea House at the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
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, 2023
- 4 min
Exploring the Essence of Ikebana - Japanese Flower Arrangement
Learn the basic concepts and stylings of Ikebana - Japanese flower arrangement in our latest article.
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- Nov 20, 2023
- 3 min
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, 2023
- 2 min
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, 2023
- 4 min
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, 2023
- 2 min
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, 2023
- 2 min
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, 2023
- 4 min
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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