Seasons of Verse – November Poetry Series
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER. NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON Seasons of Verse is a curated poetry reading series held inside the peaceful landscape of Shinzen Garden, […]
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Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States
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Autumn Color Viewing
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesWe invite you to experience the breathtaking beauty of Shinzen Garden’s fall colors. Enjoy a peaceful stroll among the Japanese maples with a warm cup of tea and a traditional […]
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Where Cultures Meet in Nature
VirtualWhere Culture Meet in Nature: The Story of Japanese Gardens in the West REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR HERE Why have Japanese gardens captured the imagination of Western audiences for centuries? […]
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Seasons of Stories Book Club January Meeting
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJANUARY 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Traveling Cat Chronicles by: Hiro Arikawa We take journeys to explore exotic new places and to return to the comforts of home, to visit old […]
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Ume Bloom Viewing
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesUme Bloom Viewing Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 10am - 1pm Enjoy a cup of hot tea and a Japanese rice cracker while you view the beauty of the Ume […]
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The Art Lover’s Guide to Japanese Museums
VirtualVIRTUAL EVENT Japan is a country of museums. There are more than 1,200 art museums yet this fact is often little known outside its borders. They are sprinkled throughout Japan and their range is striking. Museums are a fascinating gateway into Japanese culture, whether traditional or contemporary, but foreign visitors are often bewildered by their […]
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Seasons of Stories Book Club Feb Meeting
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesFEBRUARY 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Sailor Who Fell From Grace with the Sea by: Hiro Arikawa Thirteen-year-old Noboru is a member of a gang of highly philosophical teenage boys who […]
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesExperience a Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony at Shinzen Garden Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Shinzen Garden as we present a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony on Sunday, March 8, 2026 […]
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration 1:30 Seating
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesExperience a Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony at Shinzen Garden Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Shinzen Garden as we present a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony on Sunday, March 8, 2026 […]
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Haiku and Harmony Poetry Workshop
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesExplore the art of haiku and nature-inspired poetry while learning traditional Japanese forms. Through guided exercises and observation of the seasonal beauty of Shinzen Garden, attendees will craft their own […]
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Soundbath at the Garden
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesUnwind beneath the open sky with a deeply restorative Sound Bath set within the tranquil beauty of Shinzen Garden. Surrounded by nature, you’ll be guided through a meditative experience using […]
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Seasons of Stories Book Club March Meeting
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesMARCH 2026 BOOK SELECTION Ms. Ice Sandwich by: Mieko Kawakami In her English language debut, “ceaselessly growing and evolving”novelist Mieko Kawakami renders an adolsecent voice with laser precision (Haruki […]
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Seasons of Stories Book Club April Meeting
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesAPRIL 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Setting Sun by: Osamu Dazai Set in the early postwar years, it probes the destructive effects of war and the transition from a feudal Japan […]
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Free Garden Tour on April 26
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJoin us for a free docent-led tour on select Sundays, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance. During the tour, our knowledgeable docents […]
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Seasons of Stories Book Club May Meeting
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesMAY 2026 BOOK SELECTION Heaven by: Mieko Kawakami With profound tenderness and sensitivity, Japanese literary superstar Mieko Kawakami turns her unique gaze onto the causes and effects of violence. Raw but revelatory, this novel stands as a dazzling confirmation of Kawakami's standing as one of her country's most insightful and compelling novelists. In Heaven, […]
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration on May 17 – 11:00 am Seating
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesExperience a Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony at Shinzen Garden Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Shinzen Garden as we present a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 11:00 am. This unique cultural experience offers guests an opportunity to witness the graceful art of tea preparation and savor matcha in a serene […]
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Free Garden Tour on May 31, 2026
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJoin us for a free docent-led tour on select Sundays, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance. During the tour, our knowledgeable docents […]
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Japan Metalcraft Superstars: Ten Master Artist
VirtualJapan’s Metalcraft Superstars: Ten Master Artists Presented by Japan Society of Northern California *Online Program Drawn from 2,300 years of Japan’s rich metalworking heritage, today’s leading metal artists are redefining tradition for the 21st century. Join us for an online Zoom presentation by Steve Beimel of JapanCraft21, which will explore remarkable casting and forging techniques […]
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Seikichi Izumi X, the sole inheritor of the 370 years of Urushi Lacquer brushi making
VirtualSeikichi Izumi X, the sole inheritor of the 370 years of Urushi Lacquer brushi making ONLINE PRESENTATION This online lecture centers on the craft of urushi brush making, presented by […]
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The Art of the Kimono
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesStep into the rich cultural world of the kimono in this engaging and educational workshop exploring the history, symbolism, and artistry of Japan’s most iconic garment. The Art of the […]
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Seasons of Stories Book Club June Meeting
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJUNE 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Guest Cat by: Takashi Hiraide A bestseller in France and winner of Japan's Kiyama Shohei Literary Award, The Guest Cat, by the acclaimed poet […]
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Free Garden Tour on June 28, 2026
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJoin us for a free docent-led tour on select Sundays, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance. During the tour, our knowledgeable docents […]
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Seasons of Stories Book Club July Meeting
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJULY 2026 BOOK SELECTION Kitchen by: Banana Yoshimoto With the publication of Kitchen, the dazzling English-language debut that is still her best-loved book, the literary world realized that Yoshimoto […]
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Free Garden Tour on July 26, 2026
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJoin us for a free docent-led tour on select Sundays, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance. During the tour, our knowledgeable docents […]
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Hiroshima and Nagasaki Remembrance Ceremony
Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United StatesJoin Shinzen Garden and the Human Right Coalition of the Central Valley for the 81st Annual Hiroshima & Nagasaki Atomic Bombing Remembrance, a solemn evening of reflection, remembrance, and […]
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