Fort Worth Japanese Garden

Fort Worth Japanese Garden is a Japanese garden covering about 7.5 acres with winding gravel paths, bridges, and several water features throughout its layout. The landscape is shaped with cherry trees, Japanese maples, magnolias, and bamboo groves, while multiple ponds are stocked with koi.

Construction of the garden began in 1973 and finished in 1979, with materials and plants coming from Fort Worth's sister city Nagaoka in Japan. This collaboration grew from a sister city relationship that created cultural ties between the two places.

The garden displays Japanese design principles that visitors experience across its different sections, from carefully shaped hills overlooking water to quiet tea garden areas. Each section reflects how Japanese culture sees the relationship between people, plants, and water.

The paths flow through the garden with good walking and accessibility options, making it ideal to explore at your own pace. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes, as there are many winding paths and gentle slopes throughout.

One section features fifteen stones arranged in fine gravel to replicate a famous Kyoto garden design. The arrangement shows dry garden techniques that attract visitors interested in how Japanese designers create meaning from minimal elements.

Location: Texas

GPS coordinates: 32.73510,-97.36560

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42