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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the idea of a Japanese Tea Garden in San Francisco Park! My first visit was very tranquil and serene. We savored the peaceful and natural sounds of the trees, birds, water running through and...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming here and just sitting down for a moment and taking in the trees. It's quiet and relaxed considering the people that are filing by, but it's a great slice of Japan in the park.Make the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've always loved this garden. Serene, beautiful, calming, zen, whatever you want it call it, it's well worth the $5 entry fee. You walk around, you see the coy pond, you walk up that huge bridge,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If they could manufacture yellow memories in the tea garden, they would. They'd sell them for $9.99 at the Gift Shop. Not only would they sell them at the gift shop but they'll come in several...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After lunch we decided to check out the Japanese Tea Garden in GG Park. Gosh, I have not been here since I was a little girl. It is very peaceful and very zen like here. I enjoyed the gardens and it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
On my recent trip to San Francisco, the Japanese Tea Garden was one of the highlights. Trying to find it though brought back memories of childhood, playing ZELDA and being lost in the forest, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fighting over stale snacks with squirrels and pigeons has never been so fun. The garden is serene and beautiful, and it fun for all ages. The teahouse is an odd experience with, as I mentioned, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A few friends and I decided to have a weekend adventure in Golden Gate Park. We started off in the Japanese Tea Garden where we hung out with Buddha, climbed a crazy bridge, meditated next to the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Photogenic fun in a miniature, manicured setting, the Japanese Tea Gardens can be either a local place for repeat visits or a one-time tourist trap. It will refresh your senses - if you let it - or...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is beautiful, it looks like a real tea garden you would see in Japan. I was just disappointed that they removed the man-made waterfall. But other than that, this place is very peaceful and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Its always nice to visit some kind of japanese tea garden.
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very cool place to visit when you're in Golden Gate Park! The gardens are wonderful to walk through and are only complimented by the fun teas that you can try...There is a lot of artistic...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's a must see for the average tourist, but I would say skip it if you're a local. I only say this because it costs $5 to get in and it would only take you about 5-10 minutes to see everything. You...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice, but been there, done thatIf you're a fan of botanical gardens, I think you probably seen similar things before. Maybe it was just me, but I wasn't too impressed by the all the Japanese...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you have an hour to spare, lose yourself in this pristine garden which features koi ponds (I saw only one koi...), bonsais, bamboo trees, zen garden, shinto pagoda, bronze and stone sculptures...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been wanting to go here for years and finally was able to coordinate a trip. The little snacks were good too. Nice atmosphere and fun to walk around the park.
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice gardens. Tea is fun (can't vouch for it's authenticity as I spied a box labelled Lipton in the back kitchen).
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Extremely Disappointing - From far away, everything is a "wow," when you get up close and personal, that changes to an "eww"A lot has changed in the fifteen years between my first and second visit to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Haven't been here in years! But was supposed to see the KING TUT viewing at the De Young Museum and the tickets were sold out! I knew I should have ordered them online....anyhow, it was nice to go...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This was a cute, small garden, but I've really been to better Japanese gardens in California. Though the signs out front said that entry that day was free, we were charged $5 when we got in (not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is just a review for the park as I did not have any tea. The park is pretty large and definitely beautiful. There are a variety of things to see.It wasn't very busy when I visited, I appreciated...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a pretty cute tea garden. I've been to a few, but this was one of the bigger ones. Its a nice little place to walk around with a date or check out during the day--and its admission is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I visited the Tea Garden this past weekend when family was in from out of town. New to the area myself, it was definitely a good "tourist" thing to do. I was a little shocked at first by the $5 charge...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had visited the free Japanese tea garden in Central Park in San Mateo a couple of weekends ago...our two year old was fascinated by the number of koi in the pond and walking over the comfortable...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful and serene gardens. Be sure to take a camera!
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place. It's very Zen. The gardens are gorgeous and it's very peaceful and beautiful.There's no booze however, just tea and some great crackers and cookies. Yes it's touristy, SO. I am a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park! It is beautifully landscaped and I found the settings to be a relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown. I was lucky to visit on a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
People are right when they say we don't even get complimentary tea! I was almost tempted to sit down for tea but thought it wasn't worth it since we had to pay an entrance fee anyways. Overall it IS...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a beautiful garden. I'm willing to shell out $5 to visit as a tourist, but would only go back again if I was taking visitors who have never been to SF. There are some nice temples and a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not to be a negative Nancy, but this place is pretty skip-able, unless the following applies to you:A. You're a touristB. You've never been to JapanC. You've never been to San FranciscoD. You've...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live close to the Golden Gate park on the Outer Richmond side so I don't have to go far to enjoy the beauty and serenity this wonderful Japanese Tea Garden offers. In the spring you can find the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been wanting to check out the Japanese Tea Garden for some time. My gf has also been bugging me to come here for about 6 months so finially checked it out on friday and it was okay at best. We...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The park was very nice. Very peaceful. Lots of good photo opportunities.
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very calm, peaceful, and absolutely perfect when it becomes really warm in the city. Also, keep in mind that they don't take credit cards, so it's cash only. At first I though, 'bummer' since I am a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A wonderful small Japanese Garden located in the heart of San Francisco? How cool is that.I visit here several times per year at various seasons (Autumn being my favorite) It is a fantastic place to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Japanese Tea Garden is beautiful. I set my expectations pretty low since anything "Japanese" has basically been stripped of the fine details that is so important to the Japanese culture. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
In terms of landscaping and scenery, the Japanese Tea garden is beautiful. It's a little (but surprisingly large!) place to sit down, relax, and take in a wonderful view, especially if you have just...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Space is a commodity in San Francisco so I think this garden is really nice. Tranquil, clean, pretty, small, peaceful, well cared for. Should be free entry. Or free with Academy of Sciences fee....
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I have been coming here since I was a little kid with my mom and to this day I still get excited to come back. I know some people think that 5 dollars is a bit much to view the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
peaceful relaxing and cute my mother used to take me as a young girl...brings good memories back
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
a total rip off. $5 to get in and it takes about 5 minutes to walk the whole thing. there is a little gift shop in here as well a little tea shop that serves tea, pop, and crackers. they don't even...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Although this garden is a bit on the small side, it never fails to amaze me. The koi fish swimming around, the very large buddha staring at me, and the awesome wheel that everyone has to climb on and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. This place is beautiful... but I was really sad because there was garbage everywhere! We picked up what we could, but it was like a trash can tipped over and it all blew everywhere or something....
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After entering the beautiful park I was more than excited when I saw for only $3.95 per person you could have tea. Your tea comes with sesame crackers, sesame cookies and fortune cookies. The tea...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You missed it. They had the most beautiful Sakura (Cherry Blossom) trees blooming all in the area. It was the perfect picture moment. People tend to diss on this place but I'm happy it's still here....
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Looks nice from outside. Accidentally didn't read the sign on the outside clearly and thought the entrance was free. Before I even took another step forward, I hear a very arrogant and rude grunt...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am on a quest to visit all of the Japanese gardens throughout the U.S. This was my first visit to Golden Gate Park and honestly the only aspect that mattered to me was the Japanese Tea Garden. The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I take my kids here a couple of times a year at different seasons. It's best on weekdays since it can be crowded on weekends. Summer is lovely but also more crowded. The kids love exploring all...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't say enough about this delightful wonderful place. I wont even try...you must go there and enjoy this experience.
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a good substitute for going to Japan ! It's great that they have a tea house so you could linger in the garden while having a decent tea service. Noticed they've added elements to the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This garden was smaller than I had imagined. I had read all the yelp reviews that hyped up the beautiful scenery but I wasn't that impressed. The gardens were well kept and had lots of small...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I cant really give this place 4 stars, the last time I stepped foot in here was probably when I was about 5 or 6, I still have fun looking at those pictures of me and my family...So my lady and I came...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love, love, love the Japanese Tea Garden. However, a lot of weirdos must like it too. When we went there, we noticed this man taking pictures. Sounds harmless enough, right? We were walking around...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Hari kari.Asphalt pathways with fences? Pagodas-R-Us? Sno-globes?Now all this may fly in Peoria but in San Francisco I demand honest-to-god Nipponese authenticity dammit, not some Disney-esque...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The garden was smaller than I imagined it would be. The gift shop felt like a tacky dollar store you would find in China Town, except nothing's a dollar. And there were too many fences here so,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Five dollars pays your way into what could be a beautiful green garden in the city, but unfortunately, much of that beauty is overshadowed by tourists and annoying teenagers ditching school. Another...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love, Love, Love. And now I volunteer here!If $5 is too much to pay to enjoy the beauty and work put into this garden, you can get in for free Mon-Wed-Fri from 9-10 am.And please bring your respect...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, this place is cute and scenic for the tourist wanting to take photos to add onto facebook (which we all did, of course). Other than that, it wasn't breathtaking, nor would I want to take wedding...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A cute way to spend a little bit of time in Golden Gate Park. Beautiful scenary if you appreciate asian structures and statues. A bit smaller than I had expected but stunning nevertheless. Lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's actually much bigger here than I thought. My friend and I got here before it closed and we spent so much time taking in the scenery, we got lost. Literally lost...we had to follow a family out of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My parents always took me to the tea garden as a kid and then for years I stopped going. The first time I went back as an adult was on my first "real" date with my current boyfriend about two years...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is GORGEOUS!! i wish this place was my backyard...however without any of the tourists. I'm giving my visit 3 stars, but if it wasn't as crowded i would give it a 4.I highly recommend going...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What better way to kill an hour or two on a beautiful day, than to go to the Japanese Tea Garden? You get to take a leisurely stroll through meticulously maintained gardens, look at beautiful flowers...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place! It's just so relaxing and fun to walk around this little tea garden. My favorite is to try walking up the bridge...it's like climbing the mountain! :P I can't wait to go back there...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hmmm... I'm so torn here! I love gardens... I love tea, but do am I in love with this tea garden?Admission price... $5... ok, so I don't mind that because it is supporting the place. It takes a lot...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's been about 5 years since we last went, and while enjoyable, it'll probably be another 5 before we go back. It cost us $5 to get in. The grounds are very well kept and lend themselves to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, man. Six stars. Garden bliss! My first visit here took place last year when the Chihuly exhibit was in its final weeks at the De Young. Based on the hours posted on the JTG website, I figured I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is good for locals as well as tourists. Well, I guess if you're a local and you come here you pretty much become a tourist. How else to justify paying 5 bucks just to get into a park, and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place to come and clear your mind, as long as it doesn't need clearing on a weekend, and especially not on one of the free days.I used to come here often in High School to enjoy the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE the Japanese Tea Gardens!!! I have been here several times and have been captivated every single time. If you plan on going, try not to go on a Saturday when its super packed with tourists. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was a little disappointed by the size the gardens... It didn't take long to see all there was to see... Go on a Monday in the morning to save yourself the entrance fee.
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful. The garden is exceptionally well maintained! Although I would have donated $3, in actuality, it cost $5 . But I guess the bushes doesn't cut itself, or the tea prepares itself. Go on a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's sad to hear what Jeff G said about the gardens. It's still a beautiful site. I could spend all day there just wandering and meditating. The whole vibe of the gardens is very peaceful and Zen. I...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here again today because I couldn't remember the last time I came here . This garden is pretty small .. my boyfriend and I finished walking the whole thing in around 10 minutes . There's a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Relaxing, pretty place to go visit. $5 is a little expensive to pay for enterance if you do just plan on going in to walk around real fast. Though I have to say compared to what I've had to pay in...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
$5 entrance fee for a small walk around the tea garden. No thanks.Otherwise, it's pretty cool. Makes me feel very Asian. Eh... The structures aren't amazing spectacular, nothing I've never seen...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
ehh I mean it is a really nice place to visit with your family....but every time I think of the Japanese Garden or anything I picture my family making me stand in front of things to take pictures lol...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When we visited Golden Gate Park we had no idea that this garden was here. It's simply a devine oasis of pleasure for adults who appreciate nature, gardening, a nice tea and gorgeous natural settings...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I miss you...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
With well over 200 reviews, you hardly need my two cents' worth, but, of course, I'll gladly offer it up anyway. We were tourists in our former city since we didn't do this sort of thing when we lived...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i loved the pagodas!
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Despite the tourists, I felt peaceful. I love the landscape and pagodas but you expect it to be larger. Skip the tea. The gift shop could be better. There aren't many sights to process.
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A really nice place. We went on a Thursday morning and it was very relaxing. Not too many people. I wouldn't go visit on the weekends, just too many people.
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My memories of this place is strolling alongside my grandfather back when he was living in a shady Asian retirement home on Masonic. We were right near Golden Gate Park, and every Saturday we drove up...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It'll cost you a few bucks to get in. Don't expect too much... there are some nice flowers, bridges where you can take pictures. I've been here one too many time with my out of town friends.....blah!...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend had here wedding pictures taken here. It is a beautiful place. The landscaping is very nicely done. The water is not stagnant. The koi were beautiful.
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
okay, for letting two friends and i in for free in this beautiful place? Yup, five stars.Thank you, ticket guy!
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The absolute worse five bucks I've ever spent! This tea garden was a ridiculous rip-off--and there was no complimentary tea. I saw no Koi and few plants when I went two weeks ago. My friend and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
When I was about 10 years old, I got bitten by a squirrel here. I don't think I have rabies, but who knows...I think I've been here about 4-5 times in my life, and I currently live about a 10 minute...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have always planned to check this place out and I finally had the opportunity on my last trip to SF. It is a little smaller then I would have guessed, given the size of the entire park. We skipped...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
$8 tea and crackers...really?!Fine, we can bitch about how much it costs to get in and such...but this place is really for the tourist at heart.It's up to you to really dive into the details of this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My Opinion/Story:I've only been to this place once to take my engagement pictures. I'm glad my photographer suggested this place. It's huge so you get to visit many locations. It's also very clean...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm......Tea served to you by a geisha, to be sat at a wooden table with little wooden chairs surrounded by trees and birds and the sound of trickling water just a ways over seems to hit the mood...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think the world is shrinking.When I was 5 this place was H U G E !The super bridge was an mountain to be conquered and the paths seem to run on forever through lush dark green forests with little...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming to the Japanese Tea Garden ever since I was a little girl and I still love it! It's probably one of the most tranquil and breathtaking little gardens that you will ever see... the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
As we were walking to our car after the museums, we decided to go in and see the Japanese Tea Garden because neither of us ever remember ever seeing it before. We were just at a few Tea Gardens in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While a friend from out of town was recently visiting, I had a wonderful reason to finally go to the Japanese tea garden.It's such a lovely place, with its little paths, lush foliage, ponds with koi...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tiny place for $5, but good for a fantasy-filled walk with your toddler. We watched the magical bugs which could float on water. We climbed an impossibly steep bridge. We searched for faeries around...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I would love this place MORE if there were less people all the time, but they're there because they love this place, too.Picture it: You walk in. Pay your tiny admission price, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Call me silly but didn't this place used to have Koi fish in it? I swear they did. I went there this past Friday with my sweetie and walked around. It's been awhile since I've been there. I guess the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places to have chill out and take pictures. There are some seriously gorgeous irises there that I love to photograph in macro. If you don't like getting as close up to your...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd go back just to see those little lobster thingies in the pond fight each other. yeayuh.
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Avoid weekends.Not worth $5. Having a gift shop in there is kinda lame, although I understand why it's there.Crowded tea house. Not appealing.Loud kids everywhere, running up and down the bridge....
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
after a nice stroll in the park, SF can get a bit cold...we entered this japanese tea house/garden (5$ per person) to see what was up...i wanted to compare this garden to the ones in japan...it was a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Five Dollar Restroom BreakReally not worth the $5 a person, it has some nice features but for the same price you could visit Hakone Japanese Garden in Saratoga which in my opinion is superior. As...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Go early and on a weekday. It can be very crowded and busy here which limits your ability to take pictures and really enjoy the environment. It is so beautiful here and so much fun to wander the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Japanese tea gardens are beautiful and one of my favorite places in the world. I've been going here since I was 10 months old, and the serenity of the place still captures me.I love the tea, I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This Japanese Tea Garden is beautiful and a great, tranquil way to spend an afternoon. Very picturesque - take your camera and an appetite for tea!
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How can people hate on San Francisco's Japanese Tea Garden?!? A tourist trap? Well, yeah, you're probably going to find some tourists there because, you know, it's in San Francisco! But most locals...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
$5 entry fee for this place, methinks not! I was expecting to see a zen garden with actual sand instead of white pebbles and a pond filled with Kois. Nope, instead I got candid pictures taken of me...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
$5 dollar entry fee!!! Definitely not worth it. I would rather go to japan town.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's zenful. Yet, you have to try REALLY hard to not care to look at the prices for both admissions or for tea. With the selected days a week were it is free is when you pray really hard you got the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
OK,So you feel like chilling and contemplating over some exotic Japaneze tea and snacks.Yeahhhhhh,,, rigggght.You pay 4$ fee to enter the garden, so you see that lil wooden cozy space where you...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Such a gorgeous spot to visit on a sunny day in SF. It's tranquil and beautiful. After a stroll through the garden, sit and enjoy a pot of tea with japanese snacks.And of course there are going to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I totally don't understand all the bitching and moaning about tourists and high prices. This place is an integral part of San Francisco history, that has delighted SF children (I was one of them) for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What a sad little tourist trap this is. Luckily I went at 9AM on a Monday so the $4 entry fee was waived, but still there were a lot of annoying French and German tourists there. Everything about this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's a very nice to enjoy the typical Japanese garden features, espeically after a trip to the modern De Young. You can still find peace in mind if you avoid the most popular bridge and just walk...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stumbled upon this place when my mom was in town visiting and as a result had no expectations heading in. Shoot I didn't even know this place existed before I ran into it. Have to say I loved the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
There are plenty of quiet meditative spots throughout the park that are FREE - everything on offer at the Japanese Tea Garden is available elsewhere with better service and much cheaper.
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After getting lost in Golden Gate Park prior to an AIDS Walk volunteer gig, I decided to forego the volunteer work altogether and visit the Tea Garden. I could've walked through in 4 minutes if I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I say that this place is all right for a japanese tea garden. It's just like a getaway, of course when there aren't a lot of tourists going through mobbing the place with their cameras. Although, I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Boring boring boring boring, peaceful, but boring. I took my parents here while they were visiting and gave up a trip to the MoMa since it was one of the few glorious beautiful summer days in the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I shouldn't be rating an attraction that we didn't even get into. $4 admission... CASH ONLY. We decided not to go find an ATM to get in... a lot of people sitting around the entrance with these...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Jap Tea Garden has been run by the same family (frealzy Jap fam) for hella years.A lot of them have married white which is why they get minus stars, because it means pretty soon the garden will be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I feel really bad giving a poor review of the Japanese Tea Garden. I know it's supposed to be beautiful, but it's a damn tourist trap. The tea/refreshments were expensive, the entrance fee of $4 was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I was impressed because I thought it would be alot smaller, but 4 bucks to walk around? :/ come on. I guess I was just expecting the food and stuff to cost something. But it is a beautiful place....
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here the other day because every time I pass this place I want to walk in. $4 for admission which is an okay deal to me. There were many different spots to get some photo opportunities from. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
/- of the Japanese Tea Garden- for bitchy customer service at the tea room (waitress slammed down two bottles of water a bowl of crackers and demanded $8.57) for photo op bridge- for overpriced...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a gorgeous place! Its kind of cheesy too. It was real fun to order tea (they have many types of green including my favorite-brown rice) and eat the complimentary cookies next to the creek. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
$4 admission was way too much for this garden. There wasn't much to see. The grass was unkempt, there were hardly any flowers. We walked it in 10 minutes. The tea and snacks are overpriced. They...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i honestly think i'm being nice by giving this 2 stars. first of all, why am i paying to go see another part of the park? so there's a few bamboo plants and japanese pagoda replicas . . . does...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Having been to Japan, I have to agree with a couple of the reviews stating that it's not really like much in Japan. It's like really, really watered down Japanese lanscaping. It's one of those things...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I feel bad reviewing this garden. It is a place loved by many and viewed by San Francisco's many residents and visitors as a quintessential representation of Japan's landscaping artforms. Alas, it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A fantastic little oasis in San Francisco.I come early in the morning, put down the $4 admission fee and enjoy the serenity of the gardens. There are some really wonderful little spots here. My...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a nice little oasis away from all the hustle and bustle of San Francisco. It really is a beautiful little Japanese garden and you can't beat the $4.00 admission. It's fun to just stroll...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Japanese Tea Garden is located in Golden Gate Park next door to de Young Museum. Beautifully landscaped gardens with cool bridges. Best time to go is in early spring for the cherry blossoms....
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is SO cool!Came here for Mother's Day so it was packed with moms and their kids, but it was great. Really neat landscaping and little creeks and ponds galore. There are plaques scattered...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A bit small, but beautiful. For a $4 entry fee it's worth it. We got in too late for tea, but enjoyed ourselves walking around, enjoying the greenery, water, bridges and pagodas. Very peaceful and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For $4, this place is worth checking out. I wished there were more flowers, but it's a TEA garden I guess. At the end, there is a tea bar where you can get some really good tea and a gift shop with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Japanese Tea Gardens is a "must" visit place in San Francisco. Been there over a hundred of times for photography purposes. I wish their cafe would have more stuff on the list. If you planning to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was kind of boring and small. But for $4 admission, I shouldn't have any complaints. It reminds me of one of those places that my parents used to drag me to when I was young for family photo-ops. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am always more excited talking about coming to this place than I am about actually coming here. It's always a little disappointing, but I think that's because I always expect it to be this massive...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! What a beautiful place. If I could just pitch a tent and live in there, I would do it in a second. The landscaping, of course, is the main attraction. It was just so incredibly beautiful....
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really beautiful and peaceful if you can find the few spots not swarming with tourists. The ponds were sparking and filled with koi.I loved the tea and the treats they give you, and if you manage to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BEAUTIFUL PLACE!!!! Of all the years I've lived in the Bay, I've never been to the tea garden. Finally made it out on a day specifically planned to be a "tourist date day"...and I was such a happy...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Henry L. planned a co-worker's DSLR trip here, and it was such a great day. Unfortunately for us this place didn't allow dogs in and Laurie K. had brought her pooch. Nevertheless after we got that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The tea garden saved my stomach!We wanted to go play some frisbee in the park and then maybe hit up the garden, but since my stomach was upset we decided to reverse the orders of those events. We...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great photo Op. Only a few dollars to get in. The tea is good and they have Pocky. Instant win. And all the trees are blooming right now, which makes it even more amazing. A must see if you've never...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
um....though it's named Japanese Tea Garden... but they are actually speaking Chinese?!:P but nice view lo~
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very cute place in the city.I love the Cherry Blossoms, the running water, the fish in the ponds, the lanters, the bridge, the plants, the flowers, the lilies, the tea, the crackers, the view, the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Do not expect to get in here for free on the first Thursday of the month. The gardens are very picturesque and serene. The tea is overpriced and it can get crowded in the restaurant area. My...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe that this past Monday was my first time visiting this place! I've lived in California since I was six years old, and it took me THIS long (don't ask!) to get my butt out here!My hubby,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely Beautiful! I loved the steep bridge. It was a bit crowded - which was a bummer. It's really hard to take pictures without random people in it, and you had to pay $4 to get in, it is smaller...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love to climb to the top of the steepest bridge ever and take my picture.Welcome to the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden gate park. This experience is fun and unforgettable.If you like to view lush...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For a minimal fee of $4 you are transported to a world of beauty and serenity!! Very pretty flowers, lot of water element and colorful pagoda...It can get crowded...but a perfect place to unwind...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this garden is beautiful. it was a little smaller than i expected but it's got nice beautiful landscape. It's very zen in here and makes you have a sense of peace in there. admission is $4 but free...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This tea garden is beautiful, tranquil, but it can get crowded. This would be a great spot to take some engagement photos ;-).
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The pure crowds here take away from the Japanese Garden experience. Its worth the entry fee of $4 and the tea cost of $4 as a nice place to rest as you're exploring this large park. The staff at the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Lovers of contemplative Zen gardens and serene spaces, I humbly suggest you make pilgrimage here. You may find the Japanese Tea Garden to be one of the most beautiful places in the city.
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely gorgeous - I can just imagine how beautiful and serene it would be without the crowds of people there, but even still, this place is so lovely. The garden is so pretty that it's worth the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am half Japanese and embarrassed to say that it took me 10 years to finally make it to the Japanese Tea Gardens. I took my parents and my son one day during the week in February. I could see that it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here back in 95. I thought it was amazing. I have sooooo many pictures from here. I would love to go back.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the garden is really little but it's fun to check out if you're at the golden gate park. i wouldn't go out of my way to come her though. it feels like you're in japan but on a much smaller scale.
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Japanese Tea Gardens is truly amazing. I've gone many times during different seasons and have yet to be disappointed. The location is very well kept with beautiful art and nature. The tea is lovely...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lovely little proper japanese park with a tea house on the inside. A nice spot for photography, bird watching, people watching. Eye candy if you enjoy asian plants and architecture such as this.
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a great place to come and relax (and ponder). Wonderfully set up and just soaks you in a peaceful feeling. They could really just take all of Golden Gate Park and make it like this and it would...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had no idea that it was $4 to get in and cash only. Of course I had $7 but there is an ATM at the museum next door. There were a lot of people inside and the tea restaurant was packed! We luckily...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the japanese tea garden makes a great destination for a casual walk through golden gate park, especially if you are showing off san francisco to visitors from out of town. the dwarf trees, wooden...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! It feels like a hidden sanctuary in the middle of busy Golden Gate Park. Well except when there are a lot of people at the Tea Garden... then it's just crazy. It's only $4 to get...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
really nice place to visit. it was relaxing, and the tea served there was nice, and fairly inexpensive. we've got to go back in the spring, when everything is in bloom.
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
$4 entry fee (cash only). This is a cute little Japanese garden but it goes by quickly because it really isn't that big. I really wanted to try the tea/restaurant place near the entrance of the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was really cool. It was so beautiful on the inside and it made me feel at peace...not really, but you know what I mean. Minus half star b/c they dont offer student discounts (bastards) and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. Go midweek. On weekends its too crowded and busy to enjoy at its best.
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some formative afternoons of my courtship were spent sharing rice crackers with a pot of green tea and a lovely summer breeze. Even if you're not a college co-ed in love, for a few bucks, you can...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful, peaceful and romantic. If I could I'd make this my backyard to chilax, read and enjoy the scenery, plants and ambiance. The store on site is a bit pricey, but sometimes I find interesting...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Breathtaking..... and so close to my house. I truly couldn't wish for a more beautiful place to sit and think, or walk and explore. Highly recommended for Sunset or Richmond locals as a nice walk...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is so cute.everything in place. beautiful plants. nice walkways. maybe the tourists are pretty ugly:pthe tea is pretty bad. but i dont even think about drinking tea in the tea garden....
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my own personal Wonderland.
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very nice place and kind of relaxing. There were a lot of tourists when I went and it wasn't big enough to really get away from them. The "Drum Bridge" was pretty neat, though I would have liked it...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A bit small compared to other Japanese friendship gardens in the area. The design makes it feel a lot bigger than it really is. The tea house, bathrooms, and gift shop are in traditional Japanese...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate park is one *obvious* place to take young first-time-from-out-of-town visitors with itchy camera fingers. It's *built* for picture-taking. Lush visually...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Conventional wisdom holds that the Japanese Gardens at Huntington Library are the gold standard around here, but I think our garden holds its own quite nicely, thank you very much. Sure, there's no...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Its beautiful. and of course relaxing drinking tea is one of my favorite past times. I will be going here a lot more from now on. Besides all of the tourists from all over the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is such a lovely place!! It's located by the botanical garden so you can literally spend all day walking around. The park is very charming, small enough to enjoy in full in less than an hour....
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful place aside from the tourist children running around outside of the designated walking areas, running amok. I didn't understand why they were selling license plates in the gift shop though....
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Japanese Tea Garden goes great with a visit to the SF Botanical Garden. It can get very touristy and crowded at times. One person was even smoking when I went =(. The garden itself is VERY well...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Enter the massive wooden gates and be transported to a world apart from the hustle & bustle outside. Plan to spend about 1-1/2 hours here, and definitely enjoy the tea and cookies/rice snacks served...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A wonderfully designed, fairly well maintained, and postage stamp tiny Japanese garden.Every North American city of 100K or more has one of its own by now but ours is unique and one of the first....
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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It is my first time visit to the Japanese Tea Garden, my short visit is in summer time, and it is truly beautiful. Highly recommend to all outdoorer and people who enjoy gardening.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite spots in the city. This garden is soooo beautiful and tranquil, its hard to believe its right in the middle of the hectic city. I would recommend visiting this place to both...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent tea service. The Japanese Tea Garden is a must both within Golden Gate Park and in San Francisco in general.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Worth the price of admission in all seasons.
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I hadn't been here since I was extremely little, so I was excited to check it out over the weekend. It's easy to forget about all these tranquil spots in the city when you live close to the downtown...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
my sanctuary. This is the place I come esp in fall and winter...its been 7 years ive been coming here usually on sundays tho there are quite a few people (fewer in the cooler months) such a place of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think it's fantastic that the city has someplace like this.It's historical, it's beautiful, it's relaxing and you get a spiritual feeling as well. I went here yeaaars ago as a youngun on a field...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You'll find peace and relaxation in the out doors while not leaving the city. Best time to go, a "sunny" San Franciscan afternoon!Not even the crowd at the tiny over-crowed Tea house bothered me!...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This garden is magical...I had a nice, holistic experience when I visited.There are all sorts of odd structures to check out, all of them works of art. The plant and animal life there is diverse and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
On of my favorite touristy theme places. Yes I know the tea is Chinese, as are the crackers and cookies. And the place is not as well maintained as it had been in the past so you can see the decaying...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok place you know. Not really THAT beautiful. Full of tourists walking around kind of wondering why they are and just taking photos because everyone else is. Babies crying, couples kissing. People...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Japanese garden is beautiful indeed, but its not as wonderful as others have reviewed it. I know that it is located in San Francisco therefore space is limited, but the garden is quite small. Also...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FUN! Bring some props and take tons of pictures!It is BEEYOOTIFUL!!!Make sure you have some tea before you go!Went on a thursday afternoon and it was not crowded at all. Admission I believe was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
it's so pretty and it's nicer to walk around in without all the tourists, so go on a weekday afternoon.
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 StarsI had high expectations for this little garden but after 3 bucks for parking, 4 dollar admission, and we circled around the garden twice, we were done so quick. The garden is nice but I only...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
$4 admission, plus $3 for tea... it just didn't seem worth it to me. The landscaping is pretty and the waterfalls are nice. It felt very touristy to me - the tea shack and the big store in the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's JUST a Garden and It costs $4 JUST to get in..... But you know what? if you think it is too pricey then you just circle it around couple more times then you can get your money worth!! I was with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Peaceful. Serene and quaint. I took my friend, Tangie, on her visit to the big, small city. Green tea and some treats. We sat watching people frolic into the garden, mesmerized by the sound of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely Love this place. Coming here as a kid on school field-trips used to bore me to death, but now as I grow older, I have come to appreciate the beauty of a serene and natural Garden. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a MUCH bigger garden than the one that is in san jose - and once youre inside, youll completely forget where you are... there is a little tea house inside that serves tea and crackers... its a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always take my grandmother with me when I go to the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park. She has been gone for several years now, but her spirit is never stronger than when I am outside looking...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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I took a trip to S.F in March and this was the first place we went to visit. I have never been to such a beautiful place. It was so serene and peaceful. I didn't get a chance to actually sit and have tea and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had a great day with my parents one gorgeous sunny day. Well worth it with many Kodak opportunities.
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a quiet microcosm, a monument to the Hagiwara family and the Japanese history of San Francisco. It's a favorite retreat for all the San Franciscans I know. It's always fun to walk among the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's OK the first time around. Going there more than once is seriously recommended against.Update: I went once again and for some reason I was able to appreciate it more than the last time....I'll...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Eh.I hadn't been since I was 6 or 7. It seemed a lot more interesting then. A couple bridges, some trees, and a tourist trap gift store and "tea house." Not so much.I did enjoy the guy pruning the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
"its like a little trip to japan..."i heard some german grandmother exclaim this statement about 5 times as she perched on the bamboo railing to her drooling 2-ish year old grandson as he barreled...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Spend the afternoon at the DeYoung, and hit this place after 5, when admission is free. It's a very pleasant walk, and a nice place to grab some (pricey) tea.
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
absolutely beautiful. don't miss this place. it's romantic, tranquil and a great place for pics.
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a must go for anyone visiting The City or for cup-caking the significant other. You cant help but feel a sense of relaxation upon entering here. Big ups for the effort and detail out...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's kinda like finding the Garden of Eden. Beautiful, peaceful, relaxing. I wish it were a little bigger.JONASAPPROVED!
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you go in spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, this place is well worth the $4 admission fee. It's absolutely beautiful. It reminds me of the smaller versions of the gardens in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
At first I thought 4 dollars was a bit too much (yes you don't have to tell me i'm cheap, I know that already), but this place is so dorky and cute and darling. :D Definitely a one of a kind place!Mr....
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a beautiful garden, and there are lots of places to sit.Try crossing the drum bridge, smell the flowers, look at the giant buddha.The tea and crackers aren't worth the price, unfortunately.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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I went here when I was about 11 for the first time, and absolutely loved it! I finally went back a year or so ago, ...
gusto.com - user review - 02/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The day after I left Japan, my friends took me here. It wasn't my first choice of places to go but I enjoyed it. It reminded me of touristy places in the kansai area (nara) but much much much...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful little park, and, yes, the gift shop is sort of cheesy, but I always buy pretty Japanese watercolor cards there that I can't find at other places. Also, and this just may be my complete...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I know it seems silly to some of you to pay $4 to get into this place. That is a beer, I understand.Add to that another $5 cup of tea, that comes with a few rice crackers and some really tiny cookies....
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It is very nice garden, but definitely this place is overcharged. Another tourist trap!
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has been around forever, and its always fun to spend some time here. Spend the money and have some tea and crackers.Time seems slow here.
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This has always been one of my favorite places since I arrived in San Francisco. My mother and I used to have tea here after visiting the De Young so, I followed tradition. I had a 12 year old and 8...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is magical! It's so so beautiful, serene, peaceful, positively lovely. It's a perfect escape from the hectic city pace. I think it's a really great family place and even a date place. Yeah,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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Somehow I just expected more. A Japanese tea ceremony, perhaps. The area was peaceful and provides a good place to get into your zen zone, ...
gusto.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
JAPANESE? Questionable. The kimono clad tea servers were speaking Chinese - funny!TEA. Gawd awful. It was a tea bag not loose tea. But hey you can get Doritos or Pocky to go with your tea if you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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There is so much greenery here, it is unbelievable. you feel like you are in the main set of the most Beautiful homes and gardens ...
gusto.com - user review - 01/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Go for the flora, not for the tea. If you go one hour before closing, it's free! (Ooh, i rhymed)On a side note the already completely mediocre film," Memoirs of a Geisha" was completely ruined for me...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a cute place. I take friends and family to see it. I as someone who lives here, not so much. But they always seem to love it!
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A gorgeous place to stroll about the well manicured landscape within the gates of Golden Gate Park. A few dollars is all it takes to sample a warm tea with a side of light crackers to snack on in this...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd give five stars but the gardens are very diffucult for folks who have any physical diffuculty. Narrow bridges. Bridges made of uneven stones that don't touch. Aside from that I'd like to spend all...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was in GG Park on Thanksgiving and decided to stop in. The garden is bigger than I thought it would be. And it is really tranquil, as it should be. It was a little more crowded, I guess since it was a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A beautiful place. In Golden Gate Park there is a little spot that is tranquil and will make you forget about all the traffic that you had to drive thru just to get here. Bring a camera or you will...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was in complete awe of this place. It's breathtaking. I was on a bus tour when I first moved here and we had 25 minutes at the JTG in GG Park. It wasn't enough. There is a bridge... that is a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places in the world for as long as I can remember! The combination of beatiful Japanese gardens and warm tea is heavenly. A great, theraputic place to spend the afternoon alone or...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty little garden. A must for locals and visitors. If you're really into authentic Japanese gardens, check out Hakone Gardens in Saratoga, CA.http://www.hakone.com/
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really nice A couple of years ago we brought what was then my future mother and father in aw here. It was December and the rain came and went and we sat down and enjoyed some nice...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautifully landscaped section of the park...feels much like a park within..... if you get me.
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This tea garden is beautifully landscaped and manicured; there's no doubt about that. However, as a person of Chipanese ancestry, I would like to start a movement to rename it "Asian Tea Garden."...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really pretty. Didn't get a chance to sit down and enjoy the tea & cookies, but I really loved walking through it during the free hour!!! Woop Woop.
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love this place. perfect place for a date or to take people visiting sf. have some great tea and a peaceful stroll through the beautiful gardens...really a treasure.
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best places in the park and the city. Beautiful, serene and enchanting.
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was amazed the first time I visited. I liked the tea and nibblies in the pagoda area.But it's over-run by tourists so on subsequent visits, it felt more staged and certainly not tranquil as I think...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A relaxing place to have tea and some nibbles in Golden Gate Park. I like it because it's like a smaller version of the ones you see all-over asia and the plants & sculptures are pretty authentic to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful. I imagine the tea is good but I didn't have any money to try it. For that reason I probably shouldn't review it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i guess it's a pretty neat place if you've never actually been to japan or much around asia.went here once but i wasn't blown away.i think i had higher expectations of this place... but it's difficult...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's really pretty, and inexpensive, too!If you live in San Francisco, you should visit this place at least once in your lifetime.if you're visiting San Francisco, you should come here on one of your...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's nice. Not amazing, not cruddy. I wouldn't go out of my way to go there, but if you are in Golden Gate Park anyway and in the mood for a nice setting and some tea, it is worth a stop.
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a beautiful place - and free admission after 5 p.m.! Highly recommend to everyone. It's a serene garden with ponds, a cool wooden bridge, pagodas and a zen garden. You won't see koi fish in the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you are bored on a lazy summer day, it is a pleasant way to while away a couple of hours over some admittedly pricey tea. When not too crowded with tourists, it can be very relaxing.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Way too touristy and overpriced. I've been to much better Japanese tea gardens, larger, prettier, and with fewer tourists. It saddens me that San Francisco cannot keep up.
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautifully landscape Japanese tea garden...walk along the trails, hop scotch across the stones, cross bridges, climb stairs...I never get tire of coming here. There's also a small tea house which...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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The Japanese Tea Garden in San Francisco is beautiful! It is located in Golden Gate Park near the museums and is a quiet, serene oasis is a bustling city. The gardens meander, so make sure to take a...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is like so unique! The place is so beautiful and peaceful, there are some stuff you dont see all the time either.
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
To this day I swear I saw a Koi Fish. Take your tourists here and unwind with a pot of tea as they are going crazy taking pictures of the moon bridge and the pagodas.
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another one of those tourist places XD , but one of the best I've seen here in SF. Even though I life in SF and don't go here very often, I think the garden is absolutely beautiful, providing a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Costs $3.50packed with tourists like Disneylandwhere are the Koi?
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Japanese Tea Garden has the nicest public restroom I have ever seen. The garden itself was lovely. I used to come here with my grandma as a kid and in that case-of course-it was extra special....
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think if I had never been to another Japanese Garden, I would have given this 5 stars. It's pretty, quaint, and somewhat relaxing (we went on a Monday and it was packed with visitors). But since...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed the tea garden. I recently went there my first time when my dad came to visit. He enjoyed it as well. For $3.50 each it's not a bad price to go to occasionally. Probably better on the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is so beautiful here. The setting peacefull, quiet, serene with an air of tradition and culture. I love it here. I'll get out to the garden about once a month and just soak in the beauty of it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I tell everyone I know about how the guy who designed the garden invented the fortune cookie. For some reason, it's invention is a big achievement to me...I believe the entrance fee is around $3.50...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Whether you are a tourist, or you just live in San Francisco, I think this is one of the best cultural places around. The tea serving with girls in kimonos is pretty awesome, while there is a ton of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This garden is so beautifully designed that even the hordes of tourists - and locals - who come here don't take away from the serenity of it. It's a great way to spend some time catching up with a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely stunning Japanese garden. I've been to a few Japanese gardens in various parts of the U.S. and they have all paled in comparison to this one.
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Frickin' cool! This place is so unique and pretty. A great place to frolic around and not feel like you are in the city. Take a picnic and spend a day in the park, but don't forget to visit the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Even if you live in the city, you should visit here. I had a photoshoot there last week and it was so very enjoyable. There are a number of great places to just sit and meditate. Of course, they...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The great thing about the Tea Garden is that no matter the weather, this spot will calm your nerves and render some serene contemplation (okay, well maybe not in a raging thunderstorm, but we don't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2006
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I saw a really great Japanese Tea Garden in Portland, and when I heard there was one in Golden Gate Park, I had to go. Wow, what a disappointment. It is a tourist spot, and it basically looks like s...
judysbook.com - user review - 06/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Today, me and Christina went over to the Tea Gradens and there was some really cool architecture in there. The Koi fish were nice to look at, along with water falls, statues, and bridges. Really...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
great place to walk around with your significant other, best to view in the spring and summer when the flowers are in full bloom. After 4 its free and theres tea is served on a patio overlooking a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
No doubt a beautiful gem in Golden Gate Park and one of the top tourist destination, but if you've been to Kyoto, where you visit these gardens one after another until your feet drops, perhaps you...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Worth the $3 admission, but don't expect too much - it's pretty small. Very nice garden and has some nice structures on the inside.
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Can we just call this a Japanese Garden? This Garden is amazing! I have meditated here and felt deep beauty and calm. The tea here however, is lame. Both the experience and quality of tea leads me to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2006
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judysbook.com - user review - 04/06/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with Dave--this place really isn't that cool, and it's one of the only places you have to pay for in the park. I don't think it's as nice as many of the free areas, like the botanical gardens....
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2006
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The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate park is one of the quieter tourist sites in the city, but is still not to be missed. While a bit small, the grounds are beautiful and well kept. The atmosphere...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/03/2006
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My friend and I went on a low budget tour of SF and we found this place at Golden Gate Park. To our dismay, it costs money to enter, but we paid the price and were thoroughly pleased. The garden is ...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/02/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Update for February 2009:Fred Lo, who operated the junky gift shop and run down tea shop for more than 16 years finally LOST his extended mediocre running of the concession stands, pending approval...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How can you not love this place? So Japanese. So SF. So cool.
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
early morning in this place is dreamy. the tiny tea area is quaint, and if you can make it on an off day, very nice to relax in. beautiful setting - bring a date.
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
According to my sister, this was the highlight of her trip to SF to visit me. This place is a gem hidden in the vastness of golden gate park. I am embarrassed to admit the first time I came here was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tea garden has both serene areas (separate beautiful spots along a winding path) and kitsch (the store and the tea house).It's worth visiting, but don't expect high tea at the tea house. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Your San Francisco experience would not be complete w/o doing the Japanese Tea Garden. You have to rock the green tea in SF. Now that doesn't sound too crass, does it?
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite spots in Golden Gate Park. It's just beautiful. Very serene (aside from the crowds) and welcoming. Just walking in you feel as though you are not in the city anymore and in this...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Look, the garden is nice and all, but since it is a tea garden, I need to comment on the tea. Now, maybe I ordered the wrong tea (Oolong), but it was pure garbage--mostly twigs with a few pathetic...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love sitting in the little tea house munching on sesame and almond cookies while gazing out at the little pagodas and koi filled ponds. ahh, tourist fun. Don't play on the big rocks on a moist and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I rarely go in the actual tea garden, but heads up. Right before it is Shakespeare Garden. It is absolutely beautiful and one of my favorite places in the entire world. It's tucked away and serene, so...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a nice place to just be...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I found this place serene DESPITE all the tourists which is pretty amazing. Its beautiful on a sunny SF day. Grab a ($6...YES $6...just deal with it, its worth it) pot of tea for 2 and crackers...
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hearing the water droplets is so peaceful. It has a stress relieving effect on me. I love following the koi!
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love love love this place... But I could do without the tea part... LoL... It's gorgeous and amazing, and so much fun to wander though... But, as with alot of things in San Francisco, I could also...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Five stars? For the gardens yes. The gardens are immaculate and much, much closer than Kyoto or Kanazawa. The tea is a bonus but on the order of the free tea you get at a Chinese restaurant kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's not as bad as the worst reviews, nor as good as the best. It's a cute place to take tourists, or take yourself if you want a change from the ordinary. Go late in the afternoon, when it's free,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2005
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1.0 of 5 stars.
An embarassment
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I usually go here when it's free (after 5pm, I think?). The garden is pleasant and peaceful. Nice place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.And you gotta love how they give you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love to go there when it's not packed with tourists and order a pot of green tea. I've been going there since I was a little girl in the 1960's, so I guess it has a lot of memories. It hasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Created by an Australian as part of the California Mid-Winter Exposition in 1894, this intricate complex of paths, ponds, and a teahouse features native Japanese and Chinese plants. Scattered about...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Plus: One of the stand-out features of San Francisco. Minus: Many many tourists. Standing in front of you. Taking pictures. Asking you to get out of their shot. Grrr.
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a great place to sit and relax, and take a break from city life. Relaxing, beautifull, peacfull, what other soothing words come to mind...It's not important all you need to know it is a great...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Man I hate to be a wet blanket here but this was not nearly as cool as I had expected. Maybe my expectations were too high and time will give me a better perspective.
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Never went here before but a visitor wanted to bike through Golden Gate Park (best way to see it). We ended up drinking tea amid crazy beautiful vegetation in the Japanese Tea gardens. Very, very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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The Japanese Tea Garden is a beautiful place to visit in Golden Gate Park. It's a great place to take family and friends, and it's also a great place to go to alone. It's very peaceful and quiet the...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/18/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's beautiful, it's peaceful, and a good place to spend a day with someone special. It's not pricey to go into something you can't find anywhere else in San Francisco.
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2005
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The Japanese Tea Garden is located in Golden Gate Park. It is very beautiful there, especially in the spring time. It's very relaxing to take a stroll around there. I love walking up and down the Japa...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. It is so nice and peaceful. The tea is good too! A good place to take a stroll with that special someone, but only when it isn't foggy. :)
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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This is a pretty nice place with alot of historical flowers and a nice setting. This is a fun place to take kids and groups of tourists except for the price. THe location is easy access is when you go...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/06/2005
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this is such a cool little space in the middle of this huge golden gate park. you can go and walk around for a little while and then go and get some tea, they give you a plate of cookies with it, and...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/03/2005
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The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park is absolutely amazing. I actually couldn't believe such a beautiful place existed inside San Francisco. I went in the spring, when everything was blossomi...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/16/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my second favorite place in the city! The garden is just deightful - so peaceful and pleasant, great place to spend an afternoon date.
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A must-see on all SF tourists' lists. I was interested to hear that the fortune cookie was invented in San Francisco in 1914 by the designer and caretaker of this park, Makoto Hagiwara. He was fired a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The other reviews have it covered. Tea served in a beautiful setting, an SF highlight indeed.
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Little gem in the park. Take kids, take a date, take your out-of-town visitors. Be sure to have tea and cookies overlooking the Koi ponds and climb the tall bridge.
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Easily the best tourist spot. A bargain.
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Agree wholeheartedly with all the other reviews. If you think meditation is for chumps and hippies, I challenge you to visit this place and not find inner peace! You can't help it. And hey -- the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A very cool oasis inside an oasis inside a bustling city. It's easy to forget you're in San Francisco. Nice place to take visitors.
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is an especially good place to take the edge off for visitors. I took my 80 year old mother here during her week long visit last fall. It was a nice break from the sometimes overwhelming whirl...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the parks coolest spots - for under $5 you can explore the beautiful tea garden walking hand in hand with your sweetheart as you pass streams and cross bridges. You can buy cookies and tea and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2005
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I've only ever been to the Japanese Tea Garden in January, and even then it has been one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. There are walking trails around the flowers, monuments, bamboo areas,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2002
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