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Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum in San Diego offers visitors a landscaped garden experience with exhibits, docent tours, and rotating cultural programming. Guests navigate uneven terrain and steep hills along ADA-accessible pathways, exploring the grounds with a garden map. The venue hosts special events including the Oishii Japanese Food & Sake Fest, the Yokai Masquerade, and summer camps. Educational programs include field trips and school pop-up exhibits. Visitors can adopt a koi, participate in tea talks, or attend artisan demonstrations. General admission is $16, with reduced prices for students, seniors, active military, and EBT/SNAP cardholders. Children 6 and under are free, according to niwa.org. The Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum is located in San Diego, California, and sells tickets online through its website.
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3 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Sep 4 – Nov 8Event
A community art exhibit featuring yokai runs through November 8. Families can view artwork inspired by Japanese folklore and mythical creatures.
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“September 4, 2026 – November 8, 2026”
Nov 1 – Jan 25Event
An exhibition exploring bonsai through an artist's perspective opens November 1 and runs through January 25, 2027. Families can discover innovative approaches to this traditional Japanese art form.
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“November 1, 2026 – January 25, 2027”
Nov 21Event
JFGM hosts an annual holiday market celebrating local crafters and artists at the Inamori Pavilion. Families can browse unique gifts from talented makers while supporting small businesses and the community.
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“November 21st | 10am - 4pm”
Free admission for children 6 and under
“Children 6 and under are free.”
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