Join us for Bonsai Week at Portland Japanese Garden as we celebrate the return of our beloved bonsai collection and explore the artistry, history, and cultural significance of these extraordinary living sculptures.
Throughout the week, visitors are invited to discover the beauty and craftsmanship of bonsai and learn more about this timeless art form at the Garden. As these tiny trees return to our Ellie M. Hill Bonsai Terrace and Jubitz Oregon Terrace, come celebrate their beauty through special activities in the Family Studio, bonsai-themed items in the Gift Shop, and more! We’ll also have a delightful opportunity to learn more about bonsai in our new Garden Experience Center (formerly the Membership Center), nestled within our historic Garden spaces.
Check out the links below to learn more about all the ways we’ll be welcoming bonsai back to the Garden.
- April 18, 10:30-11:00 am: Bonsai Storytime in the Family Studio
- April 21-28: Bonsai Week at Portland Japanese Garden
- April 25-26: Bonsai Society of Portland Exhibition
- April 25, 10:30-11:30 am: Cultural Demonstration: Bonsai by Andrew Robson
- April 26, 10:30-11:30 am: Cultural Demonstration: Bonsai by Andrew Robson
- April 26, 1:00-4:00 pm: Cultural Demonstration: Bonsai Pots by Nao Tokutake
The Return of the Bonsai
Our cherished bonsai collection, on loan from local bonsai practitioners, returns beginning April 21, offering guests the opportunity to experience these carefully cultivated miniature landscapes up close. Each tree reflects decades of thoughtful care, patience, and artistic vision.
Related: Learn More About Bonsai at Portland Japanese Garden
Plan Your Visit
Bonsai Week is included with regular Garden admission.
Additional details and programming will be announced soon.