See the Garden Transform

From the gentle dusting of winter snow to fluttering spring cherry blossoms, verdant summer greens to rich autumn crimsons: Portland Japanese Garden reveres seasonal impermanence.

By Portland Japanese Garden

Flat Garden in winter snow (2019-02-04) by Photographer Credit: Tyler QuinnPortland Japanese Garden

Winter

The quiet stillness of winter reveals Portland Japanese Garden's inner essence and beauty through misty canopies and gentle blankets of snow.

Snow viewing lantern in winter snow (2023-03-01) by Portland Japanese GardenPortland Japanese Garden

Japanese Maple in Foggy Winter by Photographer Credit: Tyler QuinnPortland Japanese Garden

Flat Garden and Pavilion in spring (2014-03-24) by Photographer Credit: Jonathan LeyPortland Japanese Garden

Spring

Spring at the Garden brings the return of a natural green symphony, complimented by pops of brightly colored flowers and delicate cherry blossoms.

Strolling Pond Garden stream in spring (2016-04-07) by Photographer Credit: Don SchwartzPortland Japanese Garden

Natural Garden stairs with azaleas (2016-04-24) by Photographer Credit: Don SchwartzPortland Japanese Garden

Irises by the zig zag bridge in summer (2023-06-28) by Portland Japanese GardenPortland Japanese Garden

Summer

In summer, Portland Japanese Garden is a lush sanctuary of shades of green elegantly woven together amidst dappled sunlight. Japanese irises bloom in late June as the season's harbinger.

Upper pond in summer (2017-05-31) by Photographer Credit: Mike CentioliPortland Japanese Garden

The Cultural Village among summer foliage (2023-06-30) by Photographer Credit: Nina JohnsonPortland Japanese Garden

Moon Bridge surrounded by fall color (2016-10-31) by Photo credit: Roman Johnston and Portland Japanese GardenPortland Japanese Garden

Autumn

Autumn transforms Portland Japanese Garden into a stunning display of vibrant crimson and gold hues. The fleeting nature of Japanese maples reaching peak color only heightens the yearly anticipation of fall.

Kashintei Tea House with autumn leaves (2016-10-24) by Photographer Credit: Tyler QuinnPortland Japanese Garden

"The" Tree in fall splendor (2017-10-23) by Photographer Credit: Tyler QuinnPortland Japanese Garden

Though each season's unique beauty is transient, Portland Japanese Garden's serene spaces inspire year-round harmony and peace. We encourage frequent visits so guests may experience firsthand the Garden's seasonal transformations.

Plan your next visit on our website: japanesegarden.org

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