Philadelphia County

Shofuso

1.2

acres
Est. 1958
Shofuso is a 17th-century-style Japanese house and nationally ranked garden in Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park that reflects the history of Japanese culture in Philadelphia dating from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to the present.

Must-See Features

The hill and pond garden features a tiered waterfall, a 90+ year-old weeping cherry tree, and a collection of world-class koi.

Passport Fulfillment

Get your Passport stamped at the Guardhouse (admissions window).

Location

Lansdowne Drive & Horticultural Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19131

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Admission

Paid admission required. Tickets may be purchased on-site or online. Members visit for free.

Hours

Open for the Season.

Check garden’s website for current daily hours and admission fees prior to visiting.