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Japanese House and Garden (a.k.a. Pine Breeze Villa and Shofuso) Shofuso is an authentic replica of a 17th-century Japanese scholar's house and garden. In 1954 the America-Japan Society of Tokyo presented the Museum of Modern Art in New York with Shofuso for exhibition. In 1958, Shofuso was given to the City of Philadelphia. It is currently supported by Friends of the Japanese House and Garden. Truly a world away, the Japanese House and Garden is one of the most tranquil and beautiful sites in the city. Your visit will leave you refreshed. Walk barefoot on the tatomi-mat floors, experience the elaborate tea ceremony, learn about the unique hinoki bark roof system, and gaze upon the koi fish in the pond. Must See: The Tea House Contact Info (Friends of the Japanese House and Garden): Tel. 215-878-5097 E-mail: info@shofuso.com www.shofuso.com Mailing Address: Friends of the Japanese House and Garden Ohio House 4700 States Drive Philadelphia, PA 19131 Contact Info (Japanese House and Garden): Tel 215-878-5097 www.shofuso.com Location: Japanese House and Garden West Fairmount Park North Horticultural Drive and Montgomery Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131 Hours: May through October (Shofuso is closed November through April) Tuesday-Friday: 10 am - 4 pm Saturday and Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm *Appointment needed for groups of ten or more. Tours: Tours of the House and Garden are available. Public tea ceremonies take place once a month. Please call for more information. Admission: Adults - $4; $3 for senior citizens and students with ID Rental Information: Call 215-878-5097. |
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