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Seattle Japanese Garden

1075 Lake Washington Blvd E, Seattle, WA 98112 · Capitol Hill, Seattle

A 3.5-acre traditional Japanese stroll garden located within the Washington Park Arboretum, featuring formal gardens, a central pond, wooden bridges, stone lanterns, and seasonal plant displays. The garden hosts free guided tours (April-October), tea ceremonies, cultural events, and festivals throughout its operating season (March-November, closed December-February for maintenance).

Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Upcoming events

10/10 – Family Saturday: Origami in the Garden with P.A.P.E.R.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 11:00 AM PDT · Family & Kids
10/10 - Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 1:00 PM PDT · Workshop / Class
10/17 - Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 1:00 PM PDT · Workshop / Class
10/18 - Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 1:00 PM PDT · Workshop / Class
10/24 - Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 1:00 PM PDT · Workshop / Class
10/25 - Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Sunday, October 25, 2026 · 1:00 PM PDT · Workshop / Class

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