Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum

Description:

As a valued asset to Balboa Park, the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum is an educational resource to the community, providing a variety of seminars, classes and workshops as well as accredited horticultural classes. In addition, The Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum also has many exhibits that include private collections of Japanese artifacts from around the world.

Private Events & Weddings

A hidden gem in San Diego’s historic Balboa Park, the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum offers a unique and beautiful venue for weddings, Minimonies, corporate events and more. The garden features three koi ponds, waterfalls, wisteria arbors and bridges throughout. JFGM’s priceless plants and garden elements are part of its museum collection. Find more information at niwa.org/overview

Photoshoots & Proposals

Looking for a beautiful backdrop for your photoshoot? Whether you’re looking to take photos for your wedding, engagement, family, maternity or any other special occasion, the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum is the perfect setting as it offers a variety of whimsical settings!

Events

All year long JFGM hosts a variety of cultural events and festivals for all to enjoy. The Cherry Blossom festival features JFGM cherry blossom grove alongside live performances. JFGM events can be found at niwa.org/jfgevents

New Lower Garden Expansion
The garden’s Lower Garden Venue is the perfect space for special events. The Inamori Pavilion perfectly combines the comforts of an indoor venue with the beauty of the outdoors. Enjoy a comfortable and warm space decorated with beautiful architecture and glass doors that lead to a wrap-around deck with the view of a koi pond and stunning waterfall.

From team building meetings to corporate holiday parties, the Inamori Pavilion is a flexible multi-purpose room that can be tailored for your event.

The lower garden was completed in March of 2015 and is a must-see during your garden adventure! If you would like any further information about the Japanese Friendship Garden, please visit http://www.niwa.org/ or call (619) 232-2721.