The Japanese Garden

Category: Garden

Address: 6100 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406, USA

Phone: +18187568166

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 10AM–3:30PM

Tuesday: 10AM–3:30PM

Wednesday: 10AM–3:30PM

Thursday: 10AM–3:30PM

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Danté Vincent

Jul 2, 2022

My gf and I have been meaning to visit The Japanese Garden for a while, but with the limited hours, it’s been hard since we both work during the day. Finally had the chance to visit on Thursday June 30th and unfortunately, it didn’t really live up to expectations. Pros: The hours. They’re only open M-Thursday from 10-3:30pm. That can be a good thing for some, so when you do come, there aren’t an abundance of families or children crowding the grounds. No charge for admission The wildlife. There’s ducks, geese, plenty of birds, some fish (I only saw one colorful koi however) and even two what I believe are great blue heron. Cons: The hours. It makes it rather difficult to stop by if you have a “normal” daytime job. Tickets are very strict and you only have an hour to walk the grounds. We didn’t even need that much. We were in and out in 30 minutes. The grounds were undergoing some renovations and some of the path / buildings were blocked off, so they were rather unimpressive. Perhaps they would be better once that work was completed, but it was rather disappointing.

Sandra Saulog

Jun 15, 2022

I have to book appointment online. No entrance fee required at this time. I got to visit last week June 8th. The place is getting a landscape renovation. The gift shop, Tea house and visitor center are still closed. However, I enjoyed seeing the birds, ducks, fish, peaches, bamboo trees, ferns, lotus plants, and the mini waterfalls. Will visit again maybe in the fall.

Zan Lee

May 10, 2022

This place is absolutely beautiful. I’m a huge fan and avid frequenter of Japanese gardens, and botanical gardens in general, and was very impressed by the size and layout of this one. It is very well-kept and honestly it was not crowded at all when we went. I believe they cap it at 15 people per hour so it’s easy to have a very quiet stroll alone or with someone you care about. There are waterfalls, small islands, bodegas to sit in, geese walking around, and all sorts of wonderful things to see. Parking is extremely easy and plentiful. All around a really nice experience and I plan to be back in the future.

Dylan Vaughn

Mar 22, 2022

Beautiful place, even with certain parts still being closed, like the tea house.

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Questions & Answers

Why do they hire litterbugs as Community safety officers at this park?

Kyle | Aug 22, 2019
M A | Aug 22, 2019

Do not know the reason.

How much is entrance

Maria Rivas | Aug 22, 2018
P R | Aug 22, 2018

$3 or $5.. but its worth. 1 - 2 hour walk if you want to enjoy the beautiful lake and some beautiful photos

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Does the garden sell food?

danieli theobald | Aug 21, 2020
Manny Guerrero | Aug 21, 2020

I don't believe they do. Only water is allowed inside.

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Is there free parking in the garden?

Luisa Zamudio | Aug 22, 2018
Elaine Perliss | Aug 22, 2018

Yew, plenty of spaces available for free.

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Can you throw bday parties here?

Evelyn Huerta | Aug 21, 2021
Madalyn Magnuson | Aug 21, 2021

You would have to check theit county website. They are still currently closed though and no word on a reopening date.

Are you open tomorrow Sunday June 6th?

Karla Lazaro | Aug 21, 2021
Madalyn Magnuson | Aug 21, 2021

I believe they are still "temporarily" closed. Been quite a long time now... Nope, still not open. Check their website.

Are you guys open?

L G | Aug 21, 2021
Madalyn Magnuson | Aug 21, 2021

No. They are not open at this time and no word on when... you can visit the website to request a reservation but they aren't doing those right now either. Really sorry. I miss them too.

How do you get in?

Louvre DeWitt Bukater Neuilly EnLay | Aug 22, 2019
Marco Chavarria | Aug 22, 2019

The entrance is between Victory and Burbank, on Woodley Blvd. There is a fee to enter but parking is free.

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Can you bring dogs.

Lisa Blatt | Aug 22, 2019
Amy Valencia | Aug 22, 2019

Only service animals

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When is the Sunday Tea Ceramony? Are the Cherry Trees in Bloom?

Jo Schuler | Aug 22, 2019
Rhonda Phillips | Aug 22, 2019

Tea service is every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month

Why is close on saturday?

Magga Pena | Aug 22, 2019
Maria Carpintero | Aug 22, 2019

For maintenance of the garden

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Is thete a fee for taking family maternity pictures?

Vanessa Ruiz | Aug 22, 2019
Mario Aguirre | Aug 22, 2019

You have to make an appointment for taking a photo shoot session

What are your opening hours in the am?

Philip Yasskin | Aug 22, 2019
Rhonda Phillips | Aug 22, 2019

Monday - Thursday 11-4, Sunday 10-4

Am I able to take my quinceañera photos here?

Luna OT7 | Aug 22, 2019
M A | Aug 22, 2019

If you can get permission from the front office you can.

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Can you bring outside food/drinks?

Kalani Thompson | Aug 22, 2018
Farzad | Aug 22, 2018

Only water, No food. There is no food or water inside to purchase. But the parking is next to entrance door, the garden is small and you can go in/out as much as you want to. I recommend to leave your food in your car.

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What is the entrance fee please and thanks

Michelle Witham | Aug 22, 2018
Gary Standke | Aug 22, 2018

$5 adult, $3 seniors over 62 and children under 12

Can I bring my best friend, a little dog?

Paola Argueta | Jul 24, 2022
Devin Diaz | Jul 24, 2022

Maybe? They are kind of really weird here to be honest.

Hii I am having my 15/ Quinenera and I was hoping if I can take pictures there? It’s in July 29 I just need 1 hour max and there’s going to just be my family there so like around 15/20 people max and the photographers?? do we need to pay?

Lizbeth Feliciano | Jul 22, 2022
Gary Standke | Jul 22, 2022

Not allowed. You could never even get tickets for that many at one time slot even if it was allowed.

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Do I need to print my ticket or can they scan the barcode from my phone?

Vicki | Jun 22, 2022
Tim Laren | Jun 22, 2022

Last time we just used our phones, as long as they can scan the bar code I'm guessing everything should be fine.

How do I make reservations

Ulma Rodriguez | Apr 23, 2022
Scott Sanchez | Apr 23, 2022

There is a link to their website on the Google overview page. Go there and click the link that says "reserve time slot" under hours and admissions. From there it will show you what times are available.

Can anybody tell me the secret of getting in here? I have been entering my name onto the "waiting list" but never even get contacted even though I have been trying for 3+ yeaars. Please help!

Andrew nazarian | Apr 23, 2022
Jeanne Marmalefsky | Apr 23, 2022

They have finally reopened for timed entry recently. Go to the website to make a reservation.

When will they re open?

Giselle Nicole Reeves | Oct 25, 2021
Leo Rubio | Oct 25, 2021

They are still not sure but I called 2weeks ago.

Why is this park closed?

Dandelia Campos | Aug 21, 2021
Jose Perez | Aug 21, 2021

Still sawed until September

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How much is a permit for professional photos?

Amy Valencia | Aug 21, 2021
Madalyn Magnuson | Aug 21, 2021

You would have to contact them directly or the city of Los Angeles parks and recreation. Unfortunately, the garden is closed at this time.

Any idea when they will re-open?

ehsan ghazi-moradi | Aug 21, 2021
David Pimentel | Aug 21, 2021

No. No signs of it yet.

Are you open for visitors?

Jean Brandt | Aug 21, 2021
kerron pierre | Aug 21, 2021

I believe the Japanese garden is closed

Is this free?

Ella Zabat | Aug 21, 2020
Daniel Velasquez | Aug 21, 2020

No you pay 5 bucks but it's amazing inside I believe is close at the moments but yes it is beatifull u will love it

Can u bring food in and have a picnic

krisana sookpisal | Aug 21, 2020
Amy Valencia | Aug 21, 2021

No food allowed, just water.

Can we go and take a quinceañera photos?

Angel Morales G. | Aug 21, 2020
Ronnie Salazar | Aug 21, 2020

I believe no large photoshoots and commercial photography is allowed on the premises but you could always call the main office or the souvenir shop for further information. Good luck!

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Will the garden be closed Valentine's day 2/14/2020?

nicole pleitez | Aug 21, 2020
Suzanne S | Aug 21, 2020

Yes. It's closed Fridays and Saturdays. Valentine's day is on a Friday. Hours are Monday through Thursday 11-4. Last entrance at 3:15. Sunday 10-4.

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Do you charge in this place?

Argelia Guerra. | Aug 21, 2020
David Pimentel | Aug 21, 2020

5$ for adults n free for kids. But the general park is free for everyone.

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Is there a fee to take pics for a quinceañera?

Ruth Zamora | Aug 21, 2020
Unise Merino | Aug 21, 2020

I think you should have a permit but I am not sure if you have pay!

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Is there a sushi restaurant at the garden?

Richard Danu | Aug 21, 2020
Gmail Velis | Aug 21, 2020

No sushi there.

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ARE DOGS ALLOWED?

Aj Donagi | Aug 22, 2019
German Servellon | Aug 22, 2019

No

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How much is admission?

Master Records (EDWIN DJ EL MASTER) | Aug 22, 2019
Hugh Hamasaki | Aug 22, 2019

$5 general admission. $3 for tea which they do the second account fourth Sunday if every month

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Are we allowed to take professional photos at this location?

Justin Michah | Aug 22, 2019
Amy Valencia | Aug 21, 2021

It's a $3,000 fine for taking professional pictures without a permit the permit is $300 apply at the office.

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Is it wheelchair friendly?

Sharon Zarkos | Aug 22, 2019
Emilia Batchiyski | Aug 22, 2019

Yes, it is

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Is the park open today memorial day may 27

Cherry Macairan | Aug 22, 2019
Michal Rechav | Aug 22, 2019

They are closed on city of Los Angeles holidays so you probably want to call ahead. Remember it's cash only to admit to the garden.

Is the park open during memorial day?

Cherry Macairan | Aug 22, 2019
Amy Valencia | Aug 21, 2021

Never on Holidays

Can we talking our dogs?

Mia Milk | Aug 22, 2019
Terreze Williams | Aug 22, 2019

No you can't

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Do they need volunteers

phil suzuki | Aug 22, 2019
Ana Osegueda | Aug 22, 2019

Yes, they do

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Is it paid to enter?

Jennifer Damaris Bolaños Abarca | Aug 22, 2019
Claudia Manzano | Aug 22, 2019

Yes, I believe it's only $5.

Do you need a car to enter or can you make ur way walking.

Lidia Bustos | Aug 22, 2019
Patrick Baugh | Aug 22, 2019

Yes you can walk in, it is very close to the orange line.

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Do you need to enter in an automobile.

Lidia Bustos | Aug 22, 2019
Federico Rios | Aug 22, 2019

Either way you like. But prefer parking inside.

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Is it free to enter

Lidia Bustos | Aug 22, 2019
Rhonda Phillips | Aug 22, 2019

Adults $5, Seniors and children $3

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Are they open on Friday

Miryam Diaz | Aug 22, 2019
Nathaniel Ng | Aug 22, 2019

I believe so.

How is it to enter by appointment or only arrive

Geovany Linares | Aug 22, 2019
Erick Villegas | Aug 22, 2019

It only arrives. When you enter, park and then walk to the gift shop. There you pay to enter the garden. They charge $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12 years old. They give you some stickers to show that you have already paid and a piece of paper that has information about the garden. Then you walk towards the entrance and enter the garden.

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WHAT'S THE ENTER COST?

Luis Ceballos | Aug 22, 2019
Neo Slider | Aug 22, 2019

5 Dollar

Do you open dec.24 its monday

Sun Lee | Aug 22, 2019
david reyes | Aug 22, 2019

Yes

Do you open dec.24which is monday

Sun Lee | Aug 22, 2019
Halle Hallal | Aug 22, 2019

The have a website with hours.

Why they post that closed at 4pm and i get here after 4.15 and it was close this happens too me like 4 times already

Fernando Bautista | Aug 22, 2019
Kelly Tillman | Aug 22, 2019

The garden closes at 4 p.m. However, security stops letting people in at about 3:30. My recommendation is to get there by 3. It takes about 45 minutes to walk the garden at a leisurely pace. Also I would wait another month. The heatwave this summer damaged a lot of plants. I was there two weeks ago and they had removed and pruned many shrubs. Also, if there is any rain, no matter how much, the garden is closed. I hope this helps you.

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1.Is there any Korean docent tours? 2. If you have, how can we book?

하은 | Aug 22, 2019
jared griffin | Aug 22, 2019

No there are not

Is there a lot of shade in this garden?

Otha Kearney | Aug 22, 2018
Venera Whitlow | Aug 22, 2019

For shade you'll need to sit in the tea house.

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Is the garden wheelchair accessible?

Victor Cheng | Aug 22, 2018
Brooke Carter | Aug 22, 2018

Yes and the gift shop had a ramp too!

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What months of the year is best to visit the garden?

Lucy Rzyan | Aug 22, 2018
naim ezra | Aug 22, 2018

any time, I was their this month, it is better when the tempretures are moderate

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can you hold a wedding there?

Donna Santschi | Aug 22, 2018
Elaine Perliss | Aug 22, 2018

Yes, they have accommodations for private events

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How much it cost

Juana Luna | Aug 22, 2018
Pierre Villeneuve | Aug 22, 2018

$5 per person. Not expensive.

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Can you camp???

Claudia Casco | Aug 22, 2018
Marisela Arellano | Aug 22, 2018

No. It is a place for recreation you can make children's parties, play sports and other activities.

What are the timings of visit to park

Anil Goel | Aug 22, 2018
Loren Peter Martens | Aug 22, 2018

Sunday 10 to 4 Monday through Thursday 11 to 4 Closed Friday and Saturday.

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How much per person.

Patricia Perez | Aug 22, 2018
Aqsa Ali Khan | Aug 22, 2018

$5 for adults and $3 for seniors and children under 12

When do the gardens close at night?

Janice Lofland | Aug 22, 2018
Gary Standke | Aug 22, 2018

4pm

Is this place open on sundays?

Ligia Milla | Aug 22, 2018
Aqsa Ali Khan | Aug 22, 2018

Yes from 10am-4pm

How much is enter for person.

Sangabriel Amoroso | Aug 22, 2018
Cary Brown | Aug 22, 2018

Parking is free. They also have a nice gift shop.

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Can you ride bikes inside ?

Maegen Brisbois | Aug 22, 2018
Lisa Pozo | Aug 22, 2018

No.

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Is the Japanese gardens open on Saturday

Judy Ryan | Aug 22, 2018
Cary Brown | Aug 22, 2018

No,

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Is it private or public? I would like to take a picture there, but I want to know if I can do it or not?

Yenny Ortega | Aug 22, 2018
Walter Deleon (BigDaddyWalt) | Aug 22, 2018

What they said

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What times will they open and close presidents day and that. Tuesday will be in cali from Florida. Those days tryin to find a garden that will be open

Annuanna xbox | Aug 22, 2018
Jimmy Galicia | Aug 22, 2018

They acctually open to public at 11am. 11 to 4...

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How much is admission?

Alejandro Medina | Aug 22, 2018
Randy Galan | Aug 22, 2018

Adults $ 5, children under 12 $ 3, and over $ 62 $ 3

Is there a place to eat there?

Mimi Ahdoot | Aug 22, 2018
Victoria Howard | Aug 22, 2018

No Food allowed in the Garden, Water ONLY

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is open on sunday ??

Franco Jaime | Aug 22, 2018
Cary Brown | Aug 22, 2018

Yes.

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Do yu except pets?

Irma Hurtado | Aug 22, 2018
Gary Standke | Aug 22, 2018

No pets allowed

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Can I️ take family pictures in the garden with a photographer?

Destiny Armstrong | Aug 22, 2018
Gary Standke | Aug 22, 2018

Officially , professional photography is $300 for 2 hours and only on Saturday

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do you have to pay to enter ? if so how much

A | Aug 22, 2018
AAlwayss SSundayss | Aug 22, 2018

You do need to pay to enter, parking is free. Adults $5 . Seniors and children are $3

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Can i go in without my car cause i never seen anyone go in without one

Jorge Negrellos | Aug 22, 2018
Cary Brown | Aug 22, 2018

Sure. It's a walk from the bus to the entrance. It is beautiful inside.

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Are dogs allowed?

Jesse Dena | Aug 22, 2018
Gary Standke | Aug 22, 2018

NO, no pets of any kind.

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Is the gift shop closed on Saturday or is it the whole garden itself?

Madelyn Ventura | Aug 22, 2018
Karreno Alexanyan | Aug 22, 2018

Garden hours are M-Th 11am-4pm and Sun 10am - 4pm Final Admittance is at 3:15pm Admission is $5 for Adults and $3 for Seniors 62+ and Children 12 and under No Food allowed in the Garden, Water ONLY Garden may briefly close if capacity is reached Garden may close due to inclement weather please call ahead to check CLOSED ON ALL CITY OF LOS ANGELES HOLIDAYS

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How much do they charge to enter?

Carmen Cruz | Aug 22, 2018
Walter Deleon (BigDaddyWalt) | Aug 22, 2018

$5 adults $3 kids

Are there guided tours here?

A Google User | Aug 22, 2017
Paul Emberger | Aug 22, 2017

Yes, I believe there are a few scheduled throughout the day. At least there were when we visited last March.

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