Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center - Philadelphia, PA

Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center

Ubicado en Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, el Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center es un lugar emblemático que ofrece una experiencia única para los visitantes.

Con una dirección de Lansdowne Dr &, Horticultural Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19131, este centro cultural japonés se encuentra en el corazón de la ciudad.

El Shofuso es un lugar histórico que combina la arquitectura tradicional japonesa con elementos modernos, creando un espacio único que refleja la cultura y la historia de Japón.

Entre las características que destaca este lugar se encuentran su jardín tradicional japonés, su museo que alberga una colección de arte y objetos culturales japoneses, y su centro de interpretación donde se puede aprender sobre la historia y la cultura de Japón.

El Shofuso también es un lugar que combina la tradición y la modernidad, con eventos y actividades que se llevan a cabo en todo el año, desde festivales y conciertos hasta talleres y clases de arte.

Especialidades

Algunas de las especialidades del Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center son:

• Historical landmark
• Garden
• Museum
• Non-profit organization
• Tourist attraction

Otros datos de interés

Algunos datos de interés sobre el Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center son:

• Wheelchair accessible parking lot
• LGBTQ+ friendly
• Transgender safe space
• Getting tickets in advance recommended
• Good for kids

Opiniones

El Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center ha recibido 1831 review on Google My Business, lo que demuestra su popularidad y satisfacción de los visitantes.

La media de opinión es de 4.6/5, lo que indica que este lugar es una experiencia única y memorable para todos los visitantes.

👍 Reviews of Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center

Kimera M. G.

1/5

I never leave negative reviews but this was a disappointing experience. The garden in the house was too small for so many people. There’s no explanation of anything except long reading material. The experience would be better with maybe speakers in each room explaining what we’re looking at. The staff were hardly present. Honestly not worth a 20min drive from downtown or the $15 per person spent. Should be free for the 90 seconds of walking into people in senseless circles. The San Antonio TX Japanese gardens is exemplary. Free, scenic, educational. Not worth the trip from New York.

Jacob L. R.

5/5

Great experience! The staff were great and the history was detailed. It was relaxing to sit and watch the coy swim in the pond.

Olga I.

5/5

A surprisingly quiet and charming corner of nature in the Japanese style. The museum is a real Japanese wooden house surrounded by an exquisite garden with a small stream and a pond. A unique house with an extraordinary history was built in the traditional Japanese style of the early 17th century in the mid-twentieth century for a temporary exhibition at MOMA. Then the house was dismantled and transported to Fairmount Park in Philadelphia and rebuilt. From the open veranda you can admire a small garden, giant bright carp in the pond. You can just imagine how a Japanese musician plays the koto, exhibited in one of the rooms. The kitchen with a stove and a chest of drawers is attached to the house, behind the house there is a real tea house, built according to all the canons for the tea ceremony. There is also a bathroom with a wooden bathtub and a toilet, as they were in Japan in the 17th century. The museum has very nice, friendly and knowledgeable staff. There were very few visitors. Parking is next to the entrance. Don't forget to bring warm socks, as you will need to take off your shoes before entering the house.

Charlie R.

4/5

This place is so beautiful. Hard to believe that it’s located in filthy Philly. The Japanese house looks amazing. The koi pond out back is so calming and the koi are beyond stunning. I could have say there all day watching them. The only reason I cannot give 5 stars is the location. It’s located in a park and there was people blasting music so loud the wall was vibrating which really killed the vibe.

Karen S.

5/5

Beautiful place. The koi fish was amazing.

FRANK P.

5/5

A history of Japanese Culture, this is a hidden Japanese garden house that has a beautiful history. I felt so relaxed when I stepped in to the house, even more when I read the story and for $14 ticket per person it’s worth it, anyone who visits Philly please stop by and enjoy your experience here. Recommended.

Elena K.

3/5

Too small, you need 10 mins to see both the house and small garden. Can't say it's worth $14. Probably fall is not the right season for coming here

A L.

5/5

I booked a tour through Morris Arboretum. The tour guide, Sandi, provided deep spiritual and architectural wisdom and displayed a reverent spirit for the design. If you are visiting for the cherry blossoms, it may be best to check bloom schedules leading up to the Spring bloom in early April.