Welcome to the japanese tea garden, the oldest public japanese garden in the united states located inside golden gate park in san francisco, california. Feb 21, 2015 i took my camera club to the hayward japanese tea garden a couple days ago. In the heart of the bay area, hayward is a mecca for technology and manufacturing companies. Chat with us, powered by livechat japanese friendship garden. Jfg is an expression of friendship between san diego and yokohama which illustrates two cultures and creating a unique experience into japanese culture. The wedding site is located on the lower loop pathway near the entrance to the garden.
Japanese garden the japanese garden, in san mateo central park is one of the finest gardens in california. Haywards japanese gardens were the first japanese gardens to be. The hayward japanese tea garden is the perfect place to pause for some quiet reflection another one of hayward s hidden gems, the japanese tea garden has fancy wooden bridges, well manicured bushes, and a koi fish pond that has a mini fountain. The wooden gateway is the entrance and exit for the garden. His background is in japanese landscape design, having studied in uc berkeley where he did a masters thesis in 1971, japanese landscape design and its applications. We hope you continue to be a place of respite for our community when we are ready to reopen. The japanese garden is located right next to the hayward senior center on north third street at crescent in hayward. Once i figured that out, i knew id be looking for patterns.
The designers used painstaking craftsmanship to create the gardens. This image i created to be a more graphical representation of a tree in the garden. Portland japanese garden is still closed to the public. Japanese tea garden san francisco, california botanical. Traditional japanese tea house garden cottage in oakland, ca. Whats funny is that i thought this garden shouldve had flowers but found out later that traditional japanese tea gardens are all about the bonzai not the flowers. They are conveniently located right off i880, just miles from the heart of silicon valley and the port of oakland.
Hours summer public garden hours march 9 september 30 monday. Take a peaceful stroll through the curving pathways, past neatly trimmed plantings and koi ponds at hayward s japanese gardens, designed by master gardener kimio kimura. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Theres new development all over the city and the new library downtown is just amazing. The japanese friendship garden of phoenix is a traditional strolling garden as you would find in japan. The homes on the hills are breathtaking and luxurious. Stop in the gift shop to purchase your tickets and perhaps a memento of your visit. Allow the tea to sleep five to seven minutes to fully savor the flavor, fragrance and flower. Hayward area recreation and park district to partner with spectrum community services to provide curbside pickup for senior meals read on. A guide to the japanese tea garden in golden gate park. But we have virtual garden tours, serene videos, and resources on japanese culture for a little break and inspiration while youre at home. You may purchase food to feed hundreds of beautiful and colorful koi fish in the pond. Hayward though less than a quarter mile from downtown hayward, the japanese gardens provide a quiet retreat from urban noise and distractions. The tea pod blooms into a beautiful and fragrant flower and makes a fabulous tea try it.
The site of the japanese gardens of the hayward area recreation and park district has a unique history. I took my camera club to the hayward japanese tea garden a couple days ago. Hayward s japanese gardens were the first japanese gardens to be created in california and are believed to have been the first to be created in the western united states. Were taking you on a peaceful stroll through curving pathways, past neatly trimmed plantings and koi ponds at a hayward s japanese tea garden designed by master gardener kimio kimura of japan. On the third sunday of each month, the friends of shoseian hosts exciting cultural events that are open to the pu. Reviews on japanese tea garden in hayward, ca japanese tea garden, hayward japanese gardens hayward area rec. Hayward though less than a quarter mile from downtown. Dedicated on september 7, 1980, it is the oldest japanese gardens in the state of california. This list of japanese gardens in the united states contains gardens, museums, institutions and other organizations which features gardens designed and created in traditional japanese style that are open to the public. Japanese tea garden san francisco, california hakone gardens saratoga, california, used as a filming location for memoirs of a geisha.
If you are a garden or nature buff, this is a great place to take a look around. Apr 17, 2020 though less than a quarter mile from downtown hayward, the japanese gardens provide a quiet retreat from urban noise and distractions. Japanese friendship garden i phoenix i culture and arts. Japanese garden wedding site the japanese garden wedding sites available for rent during daylight hours for weddings april through august. Try the japanese spiced noodle bowls at the ramen dojo, the ramen parlor, or the ajisen ramen, all located within walking distance to the japanese tea garden.
Located in a senior center off the beaten path in hayward, ca is a japanese garden that begs your time and attention if in the area. They are a beautiful, but formal place, where one can connect with nature. It is a nonprofit, educational web site that seeks to provide information on a selection of outstanding examples of garden art found in japan while juxtaposing a diversity of media related to them. We recommend booking japanese tea gardens tours ahead of time to secure your spot. Hayward japanese gardens hayward, california, the oldest traditionally designed japanese garden in california. Haywards japanese gardens were the first japanese gardens to be created in california and are believed to have been the first to be created in the western united states. Nails and fasteners are recessed, and all wood was notched, and aged, to simulate the appearance of a traditional japanese garden. A handcrafted tea pod is placed in your clear glass teapot. California japanese gardens and tea gardens seecalifornia. Stumbled on this garden while looking for something to do in hayward. This juxtaposition is intended to bring about fresh insight to a body of.
Japanese tea gardens san antonio 2020 all you need to. They are maintained by the hayward area recreation and park district hard. List of japanese gardens in the united states wikipedia. Japanese tea garden the oldest public japanese garden in the united states, it features bridges, walks, ponds, pagodas, statuary, waterfalls and more. Kimura is a bay area japanese landscape architect who designed and maintained the hayward japanese tea garden since 1980. Japanese tea garden hayward, ca last updated march 2020 yelp. It was designed by landscape architect, nagao sakurai of the imperial palace of tokyo, and features a granite pagoda, tea house, koi pond and bamboo grove. Japanese tea garden at central park 50 west 5th avenue san mateo 94403.
Winding paths and benches invite you to view the garden slowly and mindfully, in all of its detail stones, water, lanterns, bridges, buildings, plants and animals. Popular attractions jack london square and greek theater are located nearby. Best 30 japanese gardens in hayward in hayward, ca with. Hard provides park and recreation services residents living in the city of hayward, castro valley, san lorenzo, ashland, cherryland and fairview. Japanese gardens hayward california 1 intro youtube. The number of persons attending cannot exceed 50 and there is no alcohol, food, or beverages allowed.
Sf proposes surge pricing at tea garden, arboretum, coit. The garden is open to the public monday thursday between 10am to 3pm. Our twelveacre landscape of streams, waterfalls, winding pathways and koifilled ponds has been rated one of north americas highest quality japanese gardens for more than a decade. The japanese friendship garden of phoenix is an authentic traditional japanese stroll garden. Often consists of an often enclosed garden which contains a small teahouse. If you look left and right in front of the entrance you will see plaques.
The ponds are manmade, but the vegetation, islands, bridges, and waterfall are beautiful. Whether you leisurely stroll the hill and koi pond garden, ascend the moon bridge, have tea overlooking the dry landscape garden, or enjoy quiet reflection in hakones tea and bamboo gardens, you will experience the elixir of art and nature in seamless unity. The closest major airport is oakland international airport and is just 8 miles from our location. Hayward japanese gardens 2020 all you need to know before. Mar 05, 2015 this is the last in the series from the hayward japanese tea garden. Japanese gardens these unique gardens combine traditional japanese gardening principles with native california stone, rocks, trees and plants. Jan 06, 2012 japanese gardens in hayward, ca filmed on january 4th, 2012 with panasonic hdchs700. In this teahouse is where traditional japanese tea ceremonies are conducted.
Japanese gardens in hayward, ca filmed on january 4th, 2012 with panasonic hdchs700. I truly love the hayward japanese gardens i go to the starbucks on foothill, order my fav soy milk latte and then walk the shortcut up to this beautiful gem. The hayward japanese gardens, located near downtown hayward, are the oldest japanese gardens in california designed along traditional lines. Yes for a true high tea experience, or just to stop by for a respite and enjoy a cuppa from their extensive tea collection, the golden tea room is an excellent choice. Japanese friendship garden i phoenix i culture and arts program. Find zen at these japanese gardens around the bay area 7x7. The golden tea garden is home of the beautiful blooming teas. Anderson japanese gardens is a beautiful, outdoor setting that inspires the mind and energizes the soul. There must be an interesting story what others are saying. Hayward japanese tea garden laura macky photography. Find 2 listings related to japanese tea garden in hayward on.
Todays gardeners can transform their landscape into a serenely lovely japanese tea garden. One of the national trust for historic preservation s premier sites and 100 years old, hakone is one of the oldest japanese estate, retreat and gardens in the western hemisphere. Though less than a quarter mile from downtown hayward, the japanese gardens provide a quiet retreat from urban noise and distractions. To protect our community and our entire staff, portland japanese garden will be closed until further notice. Golden gate park japanese garden san francisco, ca tea. The popular tourist attractions near vagabond inn executive hayward hotel includes japanese gardens, garin regional park, meek park and lots more. Find zen at these japanese gardens around the bay area. Spring is one of the most beautiful times to visit the japanese tea garden when you can see cherry blossoms in march and april. Anderson japanese gardens anderson japanese gardens. Hayward japanese gardens 2020 all you need to know. Vagabond inn executive hayward has easy access to bart a convenient means of transportation throughout the san francisco bay area. Find 19 listings related to tea garden in hayward on.
Photo by aubrielle hvolboll the hayward japanese gardens incorporate plants native to california. Come by to experience a calm feeling of serenity as you walk along the path. A stroll along the rolling paths of golden gate parks japanese tea garden and a visit to the blossoms at the conservatory of flowers could soon become slightly pricier for. Brand park japanese garden shoseian whispering pine japanese tea house. Japanese gardens hayward area recreation and park district, ca. Japanese tea garden vagabond inn executive hayward. Hayward area recreation and park district, ca official. It follows japanese garden design principles, using california native stone and plants. The japanese tea garden in hayward is a hidden gem to find peace and relaxation. Menu golden tea garden downtown hayward hayward, ca. You can make a quick visit in an hour or so, but you could also linger for a few hours to stroll through all the garden areas.
Turtles bask in the sun on the edge of a pond in the hayward japanese gardens that also contain koi fish. Japanese tea garden hayward, ca last updated march 2020. The garden is temporarily closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The japanese garden database is intended as a repository of information on the historical gardens of japan. Please fill out our contact form to ask questions about events at the golden tea garden. Hayward japanese tea garden showoff laura macky photography. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for. A plaque at the entrance of the hayward japanese gardens informs visitors of the garden s history.