Kasugai Japanese Garden
Kasugai Japanese Garden
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Dawn-Luv C
Kelowna15 contributions
Sept 2020
This is NOT to be missed when visiting downtown Kelowna. It's heaven to simply sit and enjoy the greenery while I"m eating lunch or enjoying a coffee. It's the perfect way to find peace for a few minutes if you're waiting for a bus or a dinner reservation nearby.
Written January 5, 2021
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MB1769
Toronto, Canada224 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Small zen garden just off the lakefront in Kelowna. If you’re looking for a calming place to take in a garden and water feature this is the place. Bring your lunch or a coffee and take a few minutes to enjoy.
Written March 24, 2024
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Samuel H
Calgary, Canada434 contributions
Aug 2022
Came here on a Tuesday after lunch to checkout the garden. The garden is very well done - very tranquil with seating area and koi in the pond. Certainly, a great place to chat with a friend, eat a snack/lunch, or just contemplate your existence. There was a slight breeze while we were there which was nice. Very well done albeit a little smaller than we were expecting. Great location as it is right across the water front and boardwalk. Worth a visit if you're in the area.
Written August 25, 2022
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PookyCake
Victoria, Canada14,970 contributions
Jun 2021
Opened in 1987 “to demonstrate the friendship and union between Kelowna and its sister city in Kasugai, Japan,” the Kasugai Gardens is a lovely moment of Zen in the busy city. This small garden features traditional elements notable in Japanese gardens, such as beautiful stonework, mini waterfalls and a pond stocked with large – beautiful – Koi fish. Taken together, these elements bring us a calming presence and allow for moments of personal reflection.
When we patronized this hidden gem of a site, BC was in the midst of a record heatwave. As such, we didn’t spend a significant amount of time exploring the garden, but we made sure to appreciate the intricate detail and planning that’s gone into this place. It speaks much to, and highlights, the importance of building cultural connections with communities near and far.
And while I wouldn’t go as far as an earlier reviewer and declare Kasugai Gardens “Like a miniature Butchart,” it is nevertheless a beautiful place to visit – and a must on any Kelowna itinerary.
When we patronized this hidden gem of a site, BC was in the midst of a record heatwave. As such, we didn’t spend a significant amount of time exploring the garden, but we made sure to appreciate the intricate detail and planning that’s gone into this place. It speaks much to, and highlights, the importance of building cultural connections with communities near and far.
And while I wouldn’t go as far as an earlier reviewer and declare Kasugai Gardens “Like a miniature Butchart,” it is nevertheless a beautiful place to visit – and a must on any Kelowna itinerary.
Written October 16, 2021
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kelledstyle
Montreal, Canada752 contributions
Jul 2020 • Friends
This tiny garden is a hidden gem! It was cloudy the day we visited the garden but we were able to appreciate its beauty. I have only one suggestion concerning the plants featured in the garden. It would be interesting to add a little name tag describing the plants. For more pictures, visit my IG (@kelledstyle) :-)
Written July 19, 2020
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lisacher
Brandon, Canada154 contributions
Aug 2022
What a beautiful gem in downtown Kelowna! Its very well cared for. Its a bit hard to find. We were on the Taste of Kelowna food tour which was great to learn a bit about the beautiful park and the fish in the pond.
Written August 14, 2022
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jzrtogo
5 contributions
Jun 2020
Its a small garden park in the middle of downtown. Smart design, the perfect place for a rest and some peace if you are travel weary. Pick up a sandwich at a local deli, relax and enjoy your lunch overlooking the koi pond. A great way to recharge.
Written June 15, 2020
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mj2837
Mississauga, Canada209 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Beautiful garden right downtown. Managed to find the fish who were all hiding under the bridge. It was the Easter long weekend and only 16 degrees but I guess that was too hot for them already, lol.
Written April 24, 2019
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benjietrip
Red Deer, Canada274 contributions
Sept 2011 • Friends
This little garden was peaceful and well maintained... visited here in the off season so we were the only ones in the garden. It was very well groomed. the ducks and fish in the garden were a great addition to it. if you have a few minutes to spare i would recommend that you take the time to tour this small but tranquil garden!
Written June 24, 2012
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Jenny M
Okanagan Valley, Canada173 contributions
We enjoyed a quiet, calm walk through the Kasugai Japanese Garden on a very warm May long weekend. So relaxing and beautiful.
Written May 23, 2015
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How late in the season is this still nice?
Written September 25, 2018
Sorry didn't see this question till now. The Garden I believe is closed now. Usually closes in Oct/Nov. The garden is beautiful anytime of the year that it is open. It should open again in March.
Written December 1, 2018
What is the cost to go through the Japanese gardens?
coming in May 2015.
Written May 12, 2015
where to stay between kamloops and calgary
Written February 27, 2015
It depends how far you would like to go on the first day and what kind of environment you prefer. Revelstoke is a really nice mountain town with a very pleasant downtown vibe. It's only about 2 1/2 hrs from Kamloops so would leave you with a 4 1/2 hr drive the next day, during which you may want to stop for the spectacular scenery in the national parks which would add a bit to your time. Or you could drive 5 1/2 hrs the first day and stay in Banff, which is a very busy tourist town with prices to match but nevertheless a beautiful spot. Or stay in Canmore just down the road, also a beautiful town. It would leave you with just an hour's drive to Calgary from there.
There are also other stops along the way, just as Golden, between Recelstoke and Banff. Or Field, a really tiny place between Golden and Banff with a cool little lodge called the Truffle Pigs. Good restaurant there too. It really depends on the type of place you like.
Written March 18, 2015
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