We all wish we could change our name and move to a tropical island sometimes, but that isn’t the most realistic way to combat stress. Luckily, there’s a great way to clear your head and escape the daily grind right here in Arizona: the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix. This lush oasis in the desert is full of vibrant flowers, colorful Koi fish, and calming energy that promises to leave you feeling relaxed and ready to take on the day.

Next time you’re feeling stressed or just need some peace and quiet, don’t book an expensive island vacation.

Facebook/Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix Instead, clear your mind without leaving the city at the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix.

A sister city project between Phoenix and Himeji, Japan, the garden is a 3.5-acre oasis designed to help you escape the stressors of everyday life.

Facebook/apanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix It features more than 1,500 tons of hand-picked rock and other decorative features, all designed by the City of Himeji and its citizens.

The centerpiece of the garden is a Koi pond with over 300 bright, colorful fish.

Facebook/Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix Stone footbridges carve pathways across the water, and traditional lanterns serve as guiding lights after dark.

You’ll also see more than 50 varieties of plants, so there’s always something in bloom no matter what season it is.

Facebook/Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix Take in the beautiful sights as you enjoy a leisurely, relaxing stroll.

A 12-foot waterfall spills into the pond, its rushing waters drowning out any unwanted thoughts weighing heavily on your mind.

Facebook/Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix Close your eyes and allow the white noise to lull you into a state of deep, blissful tranquility.

Various events such as workshops, classes, and tea ceremonies are regularly held in the garden.

Facebook/Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix Please visit the website or Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.

Address: 1125 North 3rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003.

Google Maps Hours are Tuesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Admission to the garden is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors 62 and up, and $7 for students and military. Children six and under get in free.

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Instead, clear your mind without leaving the city at the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix.

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It features more than 1,500 tons of hand-picked rock and other decorative features, all designed by the City of Himeji and its citizens.

Stone footbridges carve pathways across the water, and traditional lanterns serve as guiding lights after dark.

Take in the beautiful sights as you enjoy a leisurely, relaxing stroll.

Close your eyes and allow the white noise to lull you into a state of deep, blissful tranquility.

Please visit the website or Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.

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Hours are Tuesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Have you ever been to the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below! Check out our previous article for more places in Arizona to visit when you need a little peace and quiet.

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Address: The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix, 1125 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA