The Sister Cities Friendship Garden (commonly referred to as "The Japanese Friendship Garden") is one of the smallest outdoor public spaces in Lawrence, KS, but it is definitely one of the best. There is a quaint circular path, rock garden, coniferous trees, a pagoda, various art installations, and a bench with an awning. There is no outdoor heater at this park, so it's not the greatest place to be in the winter unless you're bundled up. In the spring, summer, and fall, this park is so cute!

This park is a great place to sit when you have a few minutes before meeting a friend downtown. It's located just south of Papa Keno's, north of the museum on 11th and Mass. The entrance is handicap accessible and features a long ramp with a smooth path. The park is officially open from 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

This park commemorates the relationship between Hiratsuka, Japan and Lawrence, KS. It was dedicated on October 26, 2000. Fun fact: The city of Hiratsuka has almost three times as many people as Lawrence does while only having three-fourths as much space.

The inscription dedicating the park reads, "The sisterhood of cities leads to the brotherhood of man."