Japanese Garden (Jardin Japones) - Buenos Aires

Hello everyone. I'd like to share about our visit to the Japanese Garden in Buenos Aires. This place is considered one of the largest gardens outside of Japan. The garden is located in the Palermo district. The best way to get there is by using a taxi from the center. And the Plaza Italia metro is an option,but you'll need to walk for about 20 minutes. Everything here is crafted with intelligence and care, it's a true corner of Japan with ponds, bonsai trees and colorful carp fish.

We waited in line for about 10 minutes. The entrance fee for two people is 1380 Argentine pesos (approximately 2 dollars per person). It's worth the price because this place is very impressive. While entrance to museums is usually free for Argentinians the Japanese Garden is a rare exception to this rule. But two dollars is not a significant amount. It's advisable to wear comfortable shoes and consider wearing sunglasses and sunscreen especially during the summer. To avoid the long queues at the ticket counter it's better to arrive early to the garden, as there are usually long lines.

At the entrance there's a small lake with carp fish in it. Children were watching the fish with great interest. We spent some time walking around the lake, exploring the surroundings. The ambiance was impressive. It seemed like all the visitors were enjoying themselves.

There are some charming birds here as well. While wandering through the garden amidst the sounds of birds we also saw various types of bamboo trees and miniature bonsai examples. Surprisingly we learned that even in the middle of winter this Japanese garden maintains a fresh and green appearance. Walking through the garden not only allows you to observe the carp fish but also offers an opportunity to appreciate exemplary landscape design where Japanese culture meets nature.

And there are so many people. Families and couples of different age groups were strolling through the garden enjoying its tranquility.

There's something like a Japanese house here. And there are a few more parks nearby that you can visit. This garden was established in 1967 as a result of a visit. I had visited Japanese gardens in other cities before. I think they were all beautiful and peaceful environments.

Japanese music is playing in the garden. It's very pleasant and relaxing. Here you can truly unwind and gather energy for the upcoming work week, so you can continue later on.

While strolling through the garden we saw a demonstration by Japanese martial artists. Watching the fighters in traditional kimonos was quite enjoyable. The staff at the garden also wear traditional Japanese costumes allowing travelers to capture many memorable shots.You can make wishes in the Japanese style or take photos with the staff dressed in traditional attire.

The Japanese Garden is not as large as I had imagined. We spent about 20 minutes walking around. There's still plenty of space to see here.

At the center there's a man-made island with a waterfall surrounded by rocks. Typical representatives of Japanese flora have been planted within these rocks. This spot is considered one of the most beautiful places.

After wandering through the garden we looked at souvenirs. Everything was origami on the ceiling. These elegant paper crafts reflected the delicacy of Japanese culture.

As it turns out there's a café here. But it was quite crowded, so we didn't go there. We could hear the pleasant conversations of people sitting around the café's tables. The aroma of coffee added a delightful touch to the garden's beautiful ambiance. The park is well-maintained but it's constantly bustling with many people.

We had a relaxing weekend. It was nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. I recommend visiting if you happen to be in the area.