A dense slice of Japanese tranquillity in sunny California.
Found within the Long Beach campus of California State University, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden is living museum of exotic trees and plants. Step into this verdant realm of carefully curated Japanese greenery, a lush range of Japanese maples, gingkoes, and Japanese black pines amongst others. Despite its petite size, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden is a rich adventure that delves deep into undisturbed peace and gorgeous vistas. As you wend around the quiet footpaths, make sure to stop by the charming rock garden with its bonsais, take a peek inside the Japanese teahouse, or head to the arched bridges that overlook the sprawling koi pond. Gape at the unbelievably huge koi fish whose yawning mouths anticipate for food, the beautiful statue-like crane, and the adorable cluster of ducks. A delight from inch to inch, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden is an instant shot of peacefulness.
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