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JAPANESE GARDEN
Ken Nakajima created the Kaiyushiki (strolling) garden at Cowra, which is designed to take each visitor on a voyage of discovery. The Garden represents the landscapes of Japan where the is the mountain, streams are rivers while ponds are inland lakes and the sea.
Special features of the Garden include: an authentic open air Tea House, a working Pottery House, Tatami room (a traditional Japanese living room) and a Bonsai House.
Take time to explore the Garden and experience its tranquillity and beauty. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy it in the garden.
JAPANESE CULTURAL CENTRE
The Cultural Centre adjoins the Garden and has two galleries featuring an extensive collection of Japanese works of art and artefacts. A third gallery houses rotating exhibitions highlighting the work of local painters,
sculptors and wood carvers.
AUDIO TOUR GUIDES
Take advantage of this new and informative technology. Learn all about the design and fascinating history of the Cowra Japanese Garden and gain an insight into the permanent artifacts on display in the Cultural Centre.
The Audio Tour Guide is a light weight, easy to use, hand held presenting a one hour tour of the garden. It provides visitors with a unique and interactive experience to enjoy at their own pace. Available in English and Japanese language. Group bookings are recommended.
RED CARP RESTAURANT
The Red Carp Restaurant overlooks the Garden and offers an extensive selection of Australian and Japanese meals. Open daily for morning and afternoon tea and lunch. The Red Carp Restaurant also caters for functions and special events with groups always welcome. For bookings call 6342 5222.
The Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre is open daily (except Christmas day) from 8.30 am to 5pm. It is located off Binni creek road, Cowra nsw 2794.
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