SHINZEN GARDEN
Shinzen Friendship Garden is an independent 501(c) 3 charitable organization and relies on contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations to cover the cost of its operations. Your contributions allow us to deliver on our mission to create and grow a North American Japanese Garden that engages and inspires it’s community.
Events happening at Shinzen Garden!
Why have Japanese gardens captured the imagination of Western audiences for centuries? Why is our present moment a pivotal juncture in the story of the growth and evolution of Japanese gardens? Join Professor Kendall Brown (California State University Long Beach) and Garden Curator Hugo Torii for a conversation about the forces that have shaped the story of Japanese gardens from their origins in Japan to their present popularity in diverse communities around the world.
This webinar is hosted by the Portland Japanese Garden
Garden Hours:
OPEN: Wed – Sun: 10am – 5pm
CLOSED: Monday and Tuesday
Garden Admission*
Under 4yrs: Free
4-14yrs: $1/ea.
15yrs-Adult: $5/ea.
Seniors 62+: $1/ea.
Students: $1/ea.
Family: $7 (2-5 people)
*Woodward Park Parking: $5; $3 for Seniors; $7 during National Holidays. Credit Cards are accepted.
Clark Bonsai Museum Hours
Open Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm*
*When temperatures exceed 95 degrees, the bonsai collection hours are 10am -1pm. Unfortunately, the bonsai museum will be closed when it’s raining, the air quality is considered unhealthy for all groups or when docents are unavailable.
Please Clark Bonsai Museum to confirm the museum hours or request an appointment to tour the museum outside of the posted hours.
UPCOMING EVENTS & CLASSES AT THE GARDEN
Planting the Seeds of Culture
Preserving the Nature of Tradition
Our mission is to create and grow a North American Japanese Garden that engages and inspires. For us to accomplish this mission, we rely on the generosity of individuals just like you for support. Your continued investment makes it possible for us to share this culturally significant garden with the community—just as we have for more than 40 years.
From hosting cultural events like Toro Nagashi, Japanese Tea Ceremony demonstrations and the Hiroshima and Nagasaki Commemoration to launching our first botanical watercolor series, Shinzen Garden has become a vital cultural hub. Our garden has welcomed thousands of visitors who came to experience Japanese traditions, learn about the beauty of nature and participate in community-building events. And this is just the beginning!
However, to continue offering these enriching programs and maintaining the garden’s beauty, we need your help. Shinzen Garden relies on donations from our supporters to sustain our educational programming, garden improvements and cultural events. As we approach the end of 2025, we are asking that you make a commitment to support our Planting the Seeds of Culture – Preserving the Nature of Tradition year-end fundraising campaign and help us raise $50,000 by December 31st.
Become a Member of the Garden
Members are the heart of Shinzen Friendship Garden, sharing their talents, gifts, and energy to support this historic landmark and unique environment in Fresno.
A membership to Shinzen Friendship Garden supports the 5-acre garden with its unique landscape and architectural features, the exquisite Clark Bonsai Collection, and programs and festivals promoting Japanese art and culture in the Central Valley.
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