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🍃 Who would have thought that in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, there's a hidden Japanese garden? Shofuso Japanese House and Garden In 1953, the Japanese government gifted the United States this national treasure, designed by the renowned architect Junzo Yoshimura. Every beam and pillar is made from century-old cypress wood shipped from Kyoto. Genuine 200-year-old murals still grace the eaves, making this place not just a tourist spot, but a living epic of Japanese culture.🍃 ——🌸Every Season Tells a Poem—— ▫️ Spring Cherry Blossom Festival: From March to April, over 20 varieties of cherry blossoms bloom in succession. ▫️ Summer Pond Harmony: Koi fish glide among the lotus leaves, a scene that soothes the soul. ▫️ Autumn Maple Whisper: In November, maple trees turn the pond water amber. ▫️ Winter Snow Silence: The snow-covered teahouse resembles the negative space in an ink wash painting. ⚠️ Best Photo Spots: The main house's engawa (veranda), the turtle-shaped stone bridge, and the deer-scaring device by the waterfall. ——📍Practical Information Card—— ⛩ Attraction: Shofuso Japanese House and Garden 📌 Address: Intersection of Lansdowne Dr & Horticultural Dr (inside Fairmount Park) 🚗 Transportation: Take a taxi to Shofuso or ride bus No. 38 to Lansdowne Dr station. 🎫 Admission: Adults $14, Students $10, Free for children under 5 (tickets available on the official website). ⏰ Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. from April to October (closed on Wednesdays). 🥚 Easter Egg: On the second Saturday of each month, free kimono experiences are offered (reservation required through the official website). ——💡Travel Tips—— ❶ Pick up a bilingual audio guide at the entrance. ❷ The tea ceremony experience requires separate reservations. ❸ There’s a special Moonlight Garden event every September. ❹ It’s recommended to visit the nearby Philadelphia Museum of Art (an 8-minute walk). #StudyAbroadLife #JapaneseGarden #Gardens #Philadelphia #PhillyLife #UniversityofPennsylvania #PhillyWeekend #NearPhiladelphia #PhillyEats