This is a great garden that will take you back in time. A beautiful garden during any season of the year.

From what I could see over fence.... looks like a nice place. The notice on the gate said they were short-staffed due to the virus! From what I could see they would have had a lot of business that day! There were people everywhere. Oh well maybe someday.

This is a truly beautiful place. Well worthy of your time, and a quiet visit, but unfortunately it is located right off Bernard, which is a very loud and busy street, and the park itself is often very busy after 9 am. If you are seeking serenity to match this peaceful garden, go just after sunrise, especially on the weekend. When traffic cooperates, you will have about an hour of solitude to restore your soul. If this were at the center of Manito park it would be a solid 5 out of 5.

The gardens are so relaxing, and exquisitely beautiful. I was insanely disappointed that many disrespectful, selfish, destructive, attention seeking idiots must come here too. The inside of the last structure in the park is beautiful on the outside and carved with ugly initials and names in the inside. Who does this?? I wish people like that would stay home and ruin their own garbage life. Other than deep disappointment in humans that destroy beauty; we were enchanted by the masterful art that is this garden. Many thanks to the people who keep this park beautiful.

Beautiful, meditative tranquil vibe. Listening to the water in this cool, fresh smelling peaceful place is amazing. The artistry involved in making the landscape is notable. Highly recommend making a stop here if you want to quietly unwind.

Beautiful representation of Japanese gardening concepts. Well thought out, outstanding examples of Japanese Maples, reflecting pond and even a wood bridge. On the smaller side but for the price tag of $0, thats right zero dollars, you wont hear any complaints from me

It helps people go into there own world the smell is wonderful

It looked lovely, from what I could see through the slats of a locked gate. Why is this garden ALWAYS closed??? :-(

Beautiful and peaceful haven. There is all levels of walking - short, handicap accessible, bits & pieces or the whole park. I love it. Clean bathrooms. I think 3 to 7 year old children - would be enchanted and run their little legs tired.

Please please open-the beauty and tranquility of this garden is essential for our peace at this time.

Such a relaxing place to visit. Cool shade, mini waterfall and big koi!There are restrooms right outside the entrance, but modest persons beware- no doors!! :)Beautiful and worth a visit.

Beautiful if small. Well-maintained. Tiny. Lovely.

It is a cozy garden, meant for quiet meditation/observation, but people dont get that even though it is posted right outside; if I could be there where there arent people acting like tourists with their children then I wouldve enjoyed it more.

The most gorgeous place Ive ever been...

As i walked i was explored to all these neat spots. Oh my gosh the travel has been great!

This place is very clean and well manicured. Different colors and the koi are so friendly, large and small ones. Trickling water and a cute bridge over the pond. Great place for family pictures, prom or wedding. Can’t go wrong and a must see when visiting this area!

All I can say in.... Beautiful! Its a great place. Giant koi fish

We make it a habit to wander the garden on trips to Spokane. The seasons bring out different effects. Fall may be the prettiest, but the overcast early spring day made me feel like I was in Japan, having twice been there. It is a rainy country and they have a way of making beauty out of shape and situation from ordinary objects, not dependent on blue skies. That is what I saw today.

Its a beautiful place, I love coming here just to walk around the pond and enjoy the peace

Small but intimate Japanese garden with beautiful relaxing settings. Just be aware it does get busy.

Found this little ditty as I was exploring the Japanese gardens. I went a few years ago go and the gardens were gorgeous this time they looked a bit worn down. You can definitely see where people have not stayed on the trails as requested upon entrance. Still a Serene place within the city.

Cute little place for relax or to take pictures next to gardens and manito park

Such a peaceful place to be in Spokane. If you ever need to de-stress, this is the place to do it. Ponds, falls, plants and shrines make it perfect.

Beautiful place!!!!!Ďifferent Gardens with a lot of beautiful flowers to see.Súper!!!!

Pretty place! Sometimes the water is very green and murky, making it hard to enjoy the pretty fish.

Peaceful, with giant koi, beautiful Japanese Maples throughout, and just a serene place to be and just sit. Has been a favorite since I was a kid.

Seems like its always closed for one reason or another. Ive made a handful of trips only to be greeted with a locked entrance.

Great memories from my childhood visiting here, still well kept and beautiful as ever 39 years later!!!

Could only give 2 stars because it was closed when I was there.

This is a place like no other in Spokane. It is a gem. It is a quiet place in the city to reflect to slow down to relax. Just a five minute visit could change your whole day. Of course you will want to stay much longer. The history is amazing and a whole day could be spent in the surrounding park.

Normally beautiful, but closed today. Not sure why?

Calm and restful. And free. Daylight hours, about 6 months a year. Excellent use of a water theme.

The garden was not huge, but beautiful and serene. There were some large koi in the pond that my 2 year old loved.

Absolutely stunning. I cant wait to share this place with my wife. We are planning to spend next Sunday here. Its just incredibly beautiful. (Dogs are allowed in the main park, but they ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE JAPANESE GARDEN. If you plan to bring your dog, be aware of this!)

Fabulous park. Leave food, pets, noise, etc in the car. Control your children. A Japanese garden is a special, serene setting.Dont think Ive seen it the same two yrs running. Bridges, entry, paths, pond all change dramatically from year to year.My grown kids like to remember the Spirit-hindering bridge, the turtles, sitting under the falls, the perimeter path.Be respectful and if taking formal photos, get permission first.Last visit was level 4 air quality, but sitting under the leafy canopy one felt they could breathe. Truly one of Spokanes best elements.

Cool little trails but at this time (close to the end of Spring) not much to see here.

I didnt know this place was even here, but Im sure glad we stopped cause it is beautiful! The ducks are friendly and the fish are super big! It was cool!!

Would be nice if it would say it was closed due to the Corona tryed to come see it since it says its opend but its not. Should put that its closed so other people dont get excited to see it when its closed.

It is a lovely place to stroll through. The flower were in bloom, fraquences were wafting on the breezes of a beautiful day.

I love this quiet, contemplative garden nestled in Manito Park. Rarely crowded, always well cared-for. The spot under the weeping cedars is a favorite.

TThe guy who works here is perfect for the job! Funny and awesome! He seems to know the locals pretty well and even though they were behind for lunch because they had a lot of call-ins this morning, he made the wait barrable! Havent even tasted the food yet and Id come back just for the costumer service!

Always a gorgeous place to spend some time. Autumn is the best for it though

The Nishinomiya Tsutakawa gardens are beautiful. This place has always had fond memories for me. Ive been coming here for over 40 years. During the summer it is vibrant and stunning. Coming in the fall with all the colors and leaves adds to the beauty. Such a wonderful and peaceful place to go.

Such a peaceful place to visit

Beautiful Japanese gardens to be found in Manito Park in Spokane, WA. The Serenity will fill up your soul as you stroll through these beautiful well kept gardens.

Beautiful garden but very small. Go there when its less busy to truly enjoy it.

Beautiful. Tranquil. I highly recommend it if you need some peace and quiet. I do not recommend bringing rowdy kids or adults here.

Has quiet spots to sit and gaze at the peaceful setting. The fish are pleasant to watch, as always.

A very Lush beautiful well-kept Japanese garden with Bridges and koi and that peaceful Ambience that makes you just want to sit and meditate in your Zen. There is also bathrooms on site and it is wheelchair accessible. The only downside to it is that theres not a lot of parking

My friend and I loved going for a walk here its beautiful and very peaceful!

As I told my kids, the Japanese gardens are a place for quiet, calm thoughts. The garden is well laid out with lovely tranquility. Definitely worth a visit.

Just amazing! Pictures tell the story!

So tranquil here and pretty close to a Japanese garden!

These gardens are a beautiful, serene place. The colors and the architecture throughout is very calming. Though I have never come here to meditate, Im certain it would be the perfect environment for it. The colors and variety of plants, not to mention the massive and spectacular coy fish. Check it out and get your Zen on!

Very Peaceful place highly recommend a Visit

Awesome place to bring your action trackchair

Beautiful and tranquil... closed for the rona

Beautiful Japanese-inspired garden with pond, bridge and koi fish. Nice wide paths-- stroller and wheel chair addressable in most places.

Loved this part of the park. So peaceful and quiet. Beautiful in the fall.

Beautiful area! My favorite spot in Manito Park. A must see if visiting the Spokane area.

Ive always found this place to have good energy and still be quite and serene.

My girlfriend and I made a trip here after dinner. I have made many visits here with my late Nana Bertie when I was a kid, since she lived a couple of blocks from there. The scenery is relaxing and refreshing.

Beautiful place to spend time

Loved the gardens on my vacation to Spokane. I managed to get lots of nice pictures and seeing the koi was amazing. Weve got nothing like it in Oklahoma.

Very nice place and well kept. We were unfortunately here in late November. Its a defently return in the Spring time.

Very beautiful. For all ages.

Smaller area at manito park, but well worth a look around! Plenty of koi fish, small water fall and more.

One of my favorite parks in Spokane. It is beautiful, serene and well-maintained. A must see in the Spring and Summer months.

Garden still closed because of virus. But there is Phungue Schwae from it getting through the fence.

Was closed mid May but when open its peaceful and beautiful.

The garden is a relaxing place to visit.

I really wanted to see the garden but this one was closed because of covid 19. So I didnt get to see any of it.

I love it.

Beautiful, peaceful garden. Good place to rest after a hike through the park

Not the largest Japanese gardens, but they are very beautiful, especially in the fall when all the maples are on fire with the seasonal change. The koi pond is gorgeous. Its a very serene break in the middle of the city.

We thought this place was astounding. The Choi fish were majestic. The Japanese trees and shrubs were beautiful. It was such a great experience. The little bridge ties the place together. Everyone is there to enjoy their day and it was very clean.I highly recommend stopping here.

Even in October it was wonderful, a little muddy but beautiful and serene.

The flowers are in full bloom right now and the coy are mesmerizingly beautiful.

Peaceful and educational, great for a day out.

It’s a beautiful little garden. It looks at its best during the Spring time.

This was such a beautiful experience. I am a little sad that it was clear not many people read the sign at the entrance of the park prohibiting food, dogs and reminding them the purpose of the garden was to be a tranquil and peaceful retreat. If I could advise one thing, Please. Read. All. Signs.

I absolutely love this garden.1. The Koi pond is great place to, well, watch Koi.2. A quick walk through the garden is possible, but it is an excellent place to sit and relax.3. Though they are fake, the waterfalls are cool.

Gorgeous no matter the time of the year!

On a visit to Spokane and stopped by the Japanese garden today. It was pleasant on a sunny day as the path takes you in and out of shade and sun. The water features are interesting. It seems to get a lot of traffic as some options are worn but it is still work a visit.

So Beautiful, everything is in bloom now so exquisite!

So peaceful and amazing for the entire family

Wonderful place to spend some time relax!!

I liked the old man cactus! Everything was well maintained and the biggest garden Ive ever seen.

A nice quiet place

Cant put it into words. Just beautiful and very peaceful.

Ive been to several extensive gardens...in London, Victoria B.C. and other locals, but Ive never seen a Japanese garden that can surpass the one at Manito Park. Built in concert with a sister city in Japan, the garden is beautifully arranged and filled with water features.I Its free to enter and there is nearby parking. Its a quiet, reflective place in the a large park, no visit to Spokane would be complete without a visit.

Just wonderful! We love to stop here every time we travel through.

Absolutely beautiful. Very well kept. Highly recommend year-round.

Beautiful garden. Unfortunately I went when all the prom kids were there, but Im sure another time it would be really peaceful to come here. It truly is a beautiful park, and I would love to come here and just sit and enjoy the atmosphere.

Outstanding food! An excellent little surprise is awaiting you at this Japanese bistro. Their food is picture perfect and tastes as good as it looks. The staff were very friendly and understanding. Overall excellent place and even better food!

Great place. Only thing is there are rules at the main entrance that says please no photography but people dont listen. This is a place of peace n reflection. Not a place to let your kids run around acting a fool. Please be respectful of the rules. Its an awesome place.

There are better Japanese gardens in the world

Still closed and obviously not maintained. Shame

So peaceful! I suggest spending a couple hours here with a book.

The Japanese gardens are beautiful, with flowering trees, a waterfall, short creek and pond and adorable stone benches. It can get really crowded so time your visit carefully. Also remember theres no commercial photography in this part of the park.