Kubota Garden
8.4Locals Score / 10#1 of 12 Parks & Outdoors in Seattle
free
Known forJapanese gardenhistoricsouth Seattlehidden gem
A stunning 20-acre Japanese garden created by Fujitaro Kubota starting in 1927, now a city landmark in the Rainier Beach neighborhood. Winding paths connect ponds, stone lanterns, waterfalls, and mature Japanese maples that explode with color in fall. It's one of Seattle's most undervisited treasures and feels genuinely serene. The garden is closed on Tuesdays and hours vary seasonally so check before going.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.4/10- Value9.5
- Iconic6.5
- Excellence9.0
- Crowd level3.0
- Authenticity9.5
- Accessibility6.5
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