The Garden's autumn colors have reached the beginning of their peak.
Portland Japanese Garden and the Japan Society have partnered to co-present a five-part webinar series, called Living Traditions. “Eiichi Shibusawa: The Spirit of Japanese Ethical Capitalism & Sustainability” is the third of the series and occurred on November 11th, 2021. The recording can be viewed through the link below. Learn more about the Living Traditions webinar series and …
Portland Japanese Garden and the Japan Society have partnered to co-present a five-part webinar series, called Living Traditions. “Zen and Japanese Spiritual Practices” is the second of the series and occurred on October 19th, 2021. The recording can be viewed through the link below. Learn more about the Living Traditions webinar series and our partnership with Japan Society here.
Portland Japanese Garden and the Japan Society have partnered to co-present a five-part webinar series, called Living Traditions. “The Japanese Garden: Living Classroom of Nature, Architecture & Culture” is the first of the series and occurred on September 28, 2021. The recording can be viewed through the link below. Learn more about the Living Traditions webinar series …
Kaori Kiyono, Assistant to the Chief Curator, Sadafumi (Sada) Uchiyama, appreciates the presence of life in all aspects of nature. From landscapes and flowers that change seasonally, to sacred pieces in the Garden, her attention to detail in the Garden enables her to express how culture, nature, and life invariably coexist. Explore new details and perspective …
A Five-Part Program Designed to Examine Iconic Facets of Japanese Culture, from Ancient Roots to Modern Day In fall and winter of 2021, Portland Japanese Garden and the Japan Society are partnering to co-present a five-part webinar series, called “Living Traditions.” Many of today’s most popular and latest trends are rooted in ancient Japanese tradition …
Shinrin-yoku (森林浴), which translates as “forest bathing” is a Japanese practice of taking in the verdant, natural environment through all the senses. It is an intentional and contemplative act that promotes wellness and balance of the body and mind. Experience shinrin-yoku at the Garden with the warm embrace of native trees, delicate moss, and meandering …
“I have been coming to the garden for decades […] To me it is the most beautiful Japanese Garden I have ever visited, even more so than a few gardens I saw in Japan ages ago. I think the fact that it is so large and spread out caressing the hills there makes it even …
“Dapples of sunlight / The path of summer’s sun / Seeking its own way” – Haiku by Peter Kendall While spring has flowers and fall brings colorful foliage, summer isn’t necessarily defined by what you can see, but rather, what you can sense. As you stroll, the change in temperature is more dramatic. The air …
While spring has flowers and fall brings colorful foliage, summer isn’t necessarily defined by what you can see, but rather, what you can sense. The lush surroundings, gentle breeze, and shades of green help us stay grounded. Everything feels alive.