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I recently visited the Japanese Tuin, a stunning oasis of tranquility located in Europe. This hidden gem left me in awe with its breathtaking beauty and serene ambiance. As soon as I entered the garden, I was captivated by the mesmerizing sight of the cherry blossoms in full bloom, casting a blush of pink and white hues against the sky. The well-maintained trees in the Japanese Tuin are a true testament to the art of bonsai, carefully pruned and shaped to create a sense of harmony and balance. The Dragon Pond, with its gentle waterfall, added a sense of serenity to the atmosphere, and I found myself lost in the soothing sound of flowing water. One of the highlights of my visit was the lake filled with graceful koi fish swimming elegantly in the crystal-clear water. Watching these colorful creatures glide effortlessly through the water was a true delight and added to the sense of tranquility that enveloped the garden. The attention to detail in the Japanese Tuin is truly remarkable, with meticulous landscaping and thoughtful placement of rocks, lanterns, and bridges that reflect the principles of Japanese garden design. Walking along the stone paths, I felt a sense of peace and harmony, as if I had been transported to Japan itself. The Japanese Tuin is not only a visual feast for the eyes but also a place for quiet contemplation and reflection. It's a perfect spot to unwind, meditate, or simply immerse oneself in nature's beauty. The garden is well-maintained, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience. As a nature lover, I was thoroughly impressed by the Japanese Tuin and its authentic Japanese aesthetic. It's a haven of tranquility that allows visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the serenity of a traditional Japanese garden. I highly recommend visiting this gem of a garden for a truly unique and peaceful experience.
Ahmed Said CalikAhmed Said Calik
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A Mixed Experience at Japanse Tuin We recently made a trip from Brussels to visit the Japanse Tuin, attracted by its reputation as a place of tranquility and beauty. While there were aspects of our visit that we truly enjoyed, there were certain areas which left us wanting more. Firstly, it's essential to note that we encountered a significant queue to enter the garden. We waited for around an hour and fifteen minutes, which, coupled with our one-hour travel time from Brussels, made for a less-than-ideal start. For future visitors, I'd recommend visiting during off-peak times if possible. Once inside, we were somewhat taken aback by the size of the garden. We were expecting a more expansive space, given the garden's reputation. However, the garden seemed relatively small, which was slightly disappointing considering the time it took us to get there and the wait we had to endure. On a positive note, feeding and touching the catfish was a delightful experience! This activity was definitely the highlight of our visit. The catfish were friendly, and feeding them was a unique experience that added a fun and interactive element to the visit. The garden itself is well-maintained and does provide a peaceful atmosphere, reflecting the traditional Japanese aesthetic well. But, it could benefit from more points of interest to better engage visitors. Overall, our visit to the Japanse Tuin was a mixed bag. It does offer a taste of Japanese garden aesthetics and some enjoyable elements, but be prepared for potential queues and a smaller-than-expected space. Visited: May 2023
Ziad KhayyataZiad Khayyata
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You can see a small Japan, in the heart of Belgium. A beautiful place to roam around. One who has the interest of Photography can visit here with their lens and kit. As one day picnic you can try this place. Just pack your basket and get your mat to lie down in the midst of the Japanese beauty. You have to take the train Genk Leuven from Brussels Central. Get down at Hasselt station and take the left side to get the Bus Terminal. You can see the buses from De Lijn. I suggest visit the De Lijn counter and get a day group pass for 10 Euro much cheaper than buying a ticket inside the bus. You can either buy the tickets online or can buy there itself. They accept both cards and cash, so not to worry. You can find Toilets there at several places. Some restaurants are there inside at reasonable price but they accept cash only. Best time to visit this place is during Spring where you can see the Blossoms. Also try visiting during the Autumn to enjoy the fall colors. Hope this post might help you to enjoy your new destination. Enjoy your trip and enjoy Photography.
Kinjal MandalKinjal Mandal
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It was a ZEN garden! Finding parking area was not hard BUT the parking space for each car was too tiny i think but luckily we could park in the end. We went in May so some of the trees like Magnolia and Cherry Blossoms had bloomed, too bad.. BUT, there was Japanese Maple tree which was so pretty when it popped within other green trees!! I loved seeing birds having baby birds in the bird's house on the tree! It was a small garden BUT enjoyable. Too bad that when we went there the Japanese tea house was empty (as I saw the review photo from a year ago you could see the Japanese accessories). I spotted wisteria flowers (we went in May) too in the sitting area, toilets were spacious & clean. The food vans were also selling delicious mochi, fish waffle and onigiri. Walking through the rocks path next to the waterfall was fun😀 we went to the waterfall twice as it was with a queue of people before and ok we must go on.
Christina BeatriceChristina Beatrice
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Visited for Manga and Cosplay festival on September 8. Very beautiful park. Truly felt the Japanese vibes. The koi fish are stunning and the tea house, bell and other structures along the walkways very interesting to discover. The Manga costumes got some people some nice settings for photo ops. But to truly enjoy the beauty of the park better to go without festivals. The parking was saturated and had to walk across to a shopping center to park (the system was not working so we didnt pay for parking). Food is purchased in food trucks so not convenient in festival times, they cannot cater to large crowds quickly and the queues were long and slow considering the options were street food already prepared mostly to dish out. Will definitely return. It most be magical in spring when the cherry trees are Blooming.
Dinorah Fonseca (Dino)Dinorah Fonseca (Dino)
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Mein kürzlicher Besuch im Japanischen Garten in Hasselt, dem angeblich grössten seiner Art in Europa, war mit gemischten Gefühlen verbunden. Schon bei der Ankunft fiel die grosszügige Parkplatzsituation positiv auf, und die gute Beschilderung im Garten erleichterte die Orientierung. Jedoch besuchten wir den Garten etwas zu früh in der Saison, was zur Folge hatte, dass viele der erwarteten Blüten noch nicht zu bestaunen waren. Für den Rundgang benötigten wir, begleitet von einer Seniorin, inklusive einer Kaffeepause etwa 1 Stunde und 15 Minuten. Trotz der Vorfreude, Europas größten Japanischen Garten zu erleben, blieb eine gewisse Enttäuschung nicht aus. Vor allem bei hohem Besucheraufkommen fühlte sich der teilweise sehr enge Rundweg schnell überfüllt an, was ein Gefühl des Gedrängtwerdens und stetigen Vorrückschubs erzeugte. Die Verpflegungsmöglichkeiten vor Ort, bestehend aus mehreren Foodständen, hinterliessen einen eher unorganisierten Eindruck, vergleichbar mit einem schlecht organisierten Streetfood-Markt, als dass sie die erwartete japanische Kultur widerspiegelten. Sowohl Kaffee aus der Thermoskanne als auch Tee im Beutel boten wenig von dem, was ich mir unter einer authentischen japanischen Erfahrung vorstellte. Hier sehe ich definitiv Potential für Verbesserungen, um das kulinarische Erlebnis an das Niveau des Gartens anzupassen. Gleiches gilt für das Erscheinungsbild der Essensstände, die einheitlicher und gepflegter gestaltet sein könnten. Ein Highlight war das Zeremonienhaus, dessen Einblick jedoch eher beschränkt war. Eine umfassendere Einsicht in diese zentrale Stätte japanischer Kultur hätte das Erlebnis bereichert. Trotz des verfrühten Besuchs und der damit einhergehenden begrenzten floralen Vielfalt gab es im Garten einiges zu entdecken. Besonders hervorzuheben sind die Cosplayer, die den Garten als Kulisse für ihre aufwendigen, selbstgemachten Kostüme nutzten und damit ein ganz eigenes Schauspiel boten. Während die florale Vielfalt und die Cosplayer beeindruckten, gibt es in den Bereichen Verpflegung und Besuchererfahrung deutlichen Verbesserungsbedarf, um die Erwartungen an Europas grössten Japanischen Garten vollständig zu erfüllen.
Cyrill MascelloCyrill Mascello
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Japanese gardens are traditional gardens whose designs are accompanied by Japanese aesthetics and philosophical ideas, avoid artificial ornamentation, and highlight the natural landscape.
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