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Contact Us Join Us -- -- SuihoEn Logo Logo for the SuihoEn Japanese Garden Experience The Garden Visit Hours and Admission Directions and Parking Garden Map Docent Tours Admission Office Tea Service Local Points of Interest Garden Etiquette ADA Accessibility Events Plan an Event Special Event Photography Commercial Photography & Filming Social Events About Us About the Garden Dr. Kawana The Donald C. Tillman Water Reclamation Plant Volunteer Tomodachi Membership Education Leadership Contact Us toggle menu Home Experience the Garden Visit Hours and Admission Directions and Parking Garden Map Docent Tours Admission Office Tea Service Local Points of Interest Garden Etiquette ADA Accessibility Events Plan an Event Special Event Photography Commercial Photography & Filming Social Events About Us About the Garden Dr. Kawana The Donald C. Tillman Water Reclamation Plant Volunteer Tomodachi Membership Education Leadership Contact Us ranked #10 out of 300 public Japanese Gardens in North America Your browser does not support the video tag. Step into a space of tranquility and quiet contemplation. Discover The Garden Today Admission Hours Monday – Thursdays 11am - 4pm Last entry is at 3:15pm -- Sunday 10am - 4pm Last entry is at 3:15pm is located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley 6100 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406 Get Directions View All Hours and Prices 紅茶サービス copy 2 EXPERIENCE THE GARDEN A World of Meditating Calm In the midst of the busy San Fernando Valley lies an oasis – a 6 1/2 acre garden, which features three gardens in one: a dry Zen meditation garden, a “wet-strolling” garden, and a tea garden. Discover The Garden Your browser does not support the video tag. 紅茶サービス copy 2 -- 紅茶サービス copy 2 ABOUT THE GARDEN Water as a Design Element is an example of a chisen style garden, in which a pond or lake occupies the most significant portion of the garden. Water's importance is not as a substance but as a symbol and expression of the sea. Learn More 紅茶サービス copy 2 EVENT Tea Service Join us for a cup of tea and a Japanese snack every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, barring cancellation for inclement weather or holidays. Tea Service normally lasts from the opening of the garden until half an hour before close. Learn More “Simplicity means the achievement of maximum effect with minimum means.” Dr. Koichi Kawana Created with Sketch. Events Join Us For Unique Experiences -- Sight Sound and Silence: an auditory reflection on water November 19, 2017 - 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Traditional Japanese music Water-themed haiku Meditation (timed activity) Creative writing activity – Haiku Pop on a set of headphones and explore the wonders of the Japanese Garden in a unique […] -- An Ikebana Exhibition at the Garden March 31, 2019 - 10:00 am until 4:00 pm & Sogetsu San Fernando Valley Branch present An Ikebana Exhibition Honoring the Branch’s Founder, Kyoko Kassarjian Sensei, As She Celebrates Her 85th Birthday Come Discover the Beauty […] -- A Celebration of Art & Music April 28, 2019 - 10:00 am until 4:00 pm Join us for Taiko and Anime-manga. Guests will spend the day enjoying local artist Nori Shirasu as he demonstrates the art of anime-manga and the celebratory beats of San Fernando […] View All Events 紅茶サービス copy 2 -- 紅茶サービス copy 2 The Garden History Discover the story behind the SuihoEn was designed by Dr. Koichi Kawana. He assimilated this garden with its environment and nearby architecture. Get the details on the life and accomplishments of Dr. Kawana. Learn More 紅茶サービス copy 2 PLAN AN EVENT Make the Garden Yours Weddings, celebrations of life, professional photography or movies/commercials, you can rent one of Los Angeles' most beautiful locations. Plan a Special Event Tomodachi Membership Seal Tomodachi Membership Seal Become a Tomodachi Member Pick up a Tomodachi Membership Application on your next visit to the Garden or download one online today! View Membership Details Hours Monday – Thursdays 11am - 4pm Last entry is at 3:15pm Sunday 10am - 4pm Last entry is at 3:15pm Admission Adults – $5 Seniors 62+ – $3 Children 12 and under – $3 View All Hours and Prices Contact 6100 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406 suiho-eninfo@lacity.org Tel: 818-756-8166 Follow Us Department of Public Works Board, Agendas, Bureaus & Offices Sign Up Search As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Copyright ©2020 SuihoEn Department of Public Works Board, Agendas, Bureaus & Offices Sign Up Search...