Kubota Garden - A Slice of Japan in South Seattle đżđ¸
Tucked away in Rainier Beach, this hidden Japanese garden is every photographerâs dreamâlush greenery, serene ponds, and bridges straight out of a fairytale. Just remember: visit before dark (the area gets sketchy at night). ⨠Why Photographers Love It ⨠⢠Endless photo ops â from heart-shaped bridges to koi-filled ponds đ¸ ⢠Massive & wild (unlike the manicured Seattle Japanese Garden) đł ⢠Free entry (unlike some other fancy gardens!) đ đ Must-See Spots: ⢠Moon Bridge: Instagram gold at golden hour đ ⢠Hidden forest paths: Feels like youâve left Seattle entirely đ˛ ⢠Koi ponds: Watch âem swim while you zen out đ â ď¸ Heads Up: ⢠Best for daytime visits (Rainier Beach isnât the safest after sunset) đ ⢠Watch for invasive blackberries (yes, theyâre cultivated but now theyâre taking overâvolunteers are fighting back!) đŤâď¸ â˘ No tea house (unlike Seattle Japanese Garden), but way more space to explore! đľ Vs. Seattle Japanese Garden: ⢠Kubota: Bigger, wilder, FREE ⢠Seattle Japanese Garden: Tiny, polished, $9 entry, has a tea ceremony hut đś đ¸ Pro Tips: ⢠Golden hour = magic hour (soft light + fewer crowds) đ ⢠Weekday mornings = solitude mode đ§âď¸ â˘ Bring bug spray (those ponds attract mosquitoes) đŚ #SeattleGardens #JapaneseGarden #HiddenSeattle #PhotographySpots #PNWBeauty #RainierBeach #FreeAdventure #NaturePhotography #Wanderlust #SeattleWeekend