Portland Japanese Garden

Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing a contemporary revival among artists around the world, who use the quiet power and unique characteristics of woodblock printmaking to create captivating works of art. Included with garden admission.

Join Portland Japanese Garden and Washington Park for Earth Week, a week-long and park-wide celebration inviting visitors to discover the joy of nature here in Portland! Included with garden admission.

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. Included with garden admission.

Portland Japanese Garden welcomes the Bonsai Society of Portland (BSOP) for a bonsai exhibition, included with garden admission.

Join us for a bonsai presentation by Andrew Robson, included with garden admission.

This intimate tour for members focuses not on meditation, but instead on learning to bring mindful awareness to oneself, and the world around us, through intentional observation and connections. Please check the venue's website for current details. Some events sell out, and pre-registration may be required.

Portland Japanese Garden welcomes the Bonsai Society of Portland (BSOP) for a bonsai exhibition, included with garden admission.

Join us for a bonsai presentation by Andrew Robson, included with garden admission.

Witness the magic of mokuhanga, Japanese woodblock printing, up close through this special demonstration of the process, included with garden admission.

Enjoy a free koto and cello performance by SamaZama, included with garden admission.

Join one of our volunteer guides on a free Garden tour for members and their guests only, during member hours. Registration required.

Kodomo no Hi, also called Children’s Day, is commemorated each year in Japan to celebrate the growth and good fortune of children.