Cherry Blossom Watch
The twelve Akebono cherry trees are illuminated from Saturday, March 22 through April 5. Stroll through Ebetsu Plaza and experience the magic of Yozakura.
See schedule below to listen to Oregon Koto Kai perform.
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Oregon Koto Kai Schedule: March 29 and April 5
1st set: 7:45pm- 8:10pm
BREAK 8:10pm – 8:30pm
2nd set: 8:30pm – 8:55pm
They will perform on the patio of the Kyoudou Center, 219 S Main Avenue, inside Main City Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy Yozakura with us!
View photos from March 29 Yozakura Festival.
Visiting Gresham Japanese Garden
Tsuru Island, 3/4 of an acre located at Gresham Main City Park is free and open to the public sunrise to sunset.
Make sure to also stroll to the south end of Main City Park and discover more spaces GJG maintains; Ebetsu Plaza, mural of Gresham history, Ambleside Annex, and the Hiroshima Peace Garden.
Pruning Program Schedule
Order Your Touchstone Paver
Mission Statement
The Gresham Japanese Garden on Tsuru Island provides a place of culture, beauty, tranquilty and learning for all who visit. The Friends of Gresham Japanese Garden bear responsibility to the City of Gresham to build upon the Japanese American legacy in the community. We foster sustainability through leadership, stewardship, education, and volunteerism.
Available to Rent
The Gresham Japanese garden, Ebetsu Plaza, and the newly remodeled Kyoudou Center are all available to rent for your next event or meeting.
Rent one or a combination!
KATU AM Northwest Segment
Aired March 25, 2024
