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A living, breathing work of art, the Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum (JFGM) represents the bond of friendship between San Diego and our sister city, Yokohama. The garden includes meticulous stone designs, calming koi ponds, delightful water features, traditional architectural structures and breathtaking vistas.
The Japanese Friendship Garden will be just to the left of the Organ Pavilion. MTS routes to Balboa Park connect with all MTS Trolley Lines and most other MTS Bus and Rapid Routes. In downtown San Diego, Rapid 215 is an easy connection from Amtrak and COASTER trains at the Santa Fe Depot and the Cruise Ship Terminal.
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The Japanese Friendship Garden (JFG) is located in Balboa Park and represents the friendship between San Diego and its sister city in Yokohama, Japan. It binds the two cultures to create a unique experience for visitors from all over the world. JFG is considered in Japanese culture to be a living work of art and is designed to present an atmosphere...
Following the original Sankeien in Yokohama, JFG is a three scene garden that is characterized by water, floral, and mountainous features. As guests stroll through the various areas, they will find aesthetics unique to Japanese gardens (i.e. wabi sabi), enjoy nature and the outdoors, and get a sense of tranquility. JFG is home to two amazing koi po...
JFG is a gift to the community that upholds the responsibility of offering educational programs that introduces and nurtures a better understanding of Japanese culture while continuing to promote friendship among diverse cultures.
Located in the heart of Balboa Park in San Diego. ... JAPANESE FRIENDSHIP GARDEN and museum 2215 Pan American Road. E. San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 232 - 2721. ADMISSIONS
Jun 5, 2015 · The Japanese Friendship Garden is a serene, cherry-blossom-laden paradise in the middle of Balboa Park. To mark the park's Centennial celebration, the peaceful garden was greatly expanded in 2015. Now totaling a full 11 acres, one can meditate in the Zen garden or relax by the koi pond in the upper garden. Heading down into the canyon you’ll ...
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Coordinates: 32°43′47″N 117°08′58″W. Footbridge on path through lower garden. The Japanese Friendship Garden, also known as Sankei-en ( 三渓園 ) is a twelve-acre Japanese garden located within Balboa Park in San Diego, California. It is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its Japanese sister city Yokohama that binds ...
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