Fort Worth, Texas
The Fort Worth Japanese Garden is a mesmerizing 7.5-acre stroll garden located within the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Completed in 1973, it was designed with traditional Japanese architectural and landscaping principles, featuring winding paths, waterfalls, and three ponds filled with over 1,200 koi fish.
Key structures include a tea house, a moon viewing deck, and a pagoda, all surrounded by cherry trees, Japanese maples, and bamboo. The garden hosts annual spring and fall festivals that celebrate Japanese culture. It is widely regarded as one of the most peaceful and authentic Japanese gardens in the United States.