The relatively small garden is multi-leveled with great variety of flora. Take your camera and walk slowly. Perhaps the piece-de-resistance (on a clear day) is the view east over the city and out to Mt. Hood. We've been to Kyoto and Tokyo, and this is a nostalgic reminder of a more peaceful and beautiful path.

We almost turned around when we saw there was an admission fee, but we were so happy we decided to go in. It's only $9.50/person, but if you're not expecting it, I could see people turning away. You really need to go in! It was so quiet and peaceful. I loved just sitting and listening to the water and birds... More

Beuatiful gardens, but visit the rose gardens-- which are free, if you have more time head to th Japanese Gardens

The Japanese Garden has certain hours and there is a fee to visit so just check the times before you go. I got there at 9am on a Sunday, right when it opened and it was crowded even then. There was a line of folks, local and tourists, waiting to talk through. The entrance is up a steep path that... More

Such an amazing place to see. It was nice to wallk around and be part of the garden, nit just "view" it. Very peaceful.

what a special place to visit, around every corner something special awaits. great places to sit and absorb

I visited the Portland Japanese for a third time in three years. Seeing this exquisite garden in different seasons allowed me to enjoy seeing this garden as if for the first time. In December we enjoyed the rain on all the surfaces. This April we were treated to flowering trees and warm sunshine. We loved showing this garden to family... More

While a trip to Japan isn't on my schedule anytime soon, a trip to the Portland Japanese Garden sure felt like the real thing. This is a beautiful place to come and unwind. The colors are incredible, the waters are soothing, and Mt. Hood dominates the background!

Gorgeous in spring and fall, be sure to take your camera. Lots of moss and waterfalls. Wisteria is wonderful in late spring.