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Our Team

Meet our Team

Matthew Rush our Head Gardener has been apart of our garden for 16 years. His dedication and expertise play a crucial role in making our garden a beautiful and thriving space. 

Jo Baker our Office Manager has been apart of our team for 12 months now and is responsible for Front of House along with Event Management, Gift Shop Management, Social Media and Website. 

Our Gardening team love to chat to our visitors and provide answers to any questions you may have. Make sure you say hi on your next visit!

Our Front of House Team will great you with a smile and as much information regarding our garden & local area as needed!

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WELCOME

Welcome to Cowra Japanese Garden & Cultural Centre, where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of Japanese culture. Our garden is 12.5 acres of peace and beauty and is the largest Japanese garden in the Southern Hemisphere. We kindly ask that you show respect while enjoying our serene garden, ensuring a peaceful visit for all visitors. Please remember that children must be supervised at all times to ensure their safety and the enjoyment of others. We are a dog friendly venue where dogs must be on leads at all times whilst in the garden, and droppings MUST be picked up. Dogs are allowed in the outside eating area of the Cafe, however they are not permitted in the Cultural Centre 

Kisetsukan all year

Kisetsukan is a Japanese word meaning 'A Sense of Season'. It means to appreciate each season, respecting what nature has to offer at all times of year. In the Cowra Japanese Garden, every day, week and season offers something special.

Take your time

Unwind after your garden stroll by stopping by our Cultural Centre, home to stunning world-class artworks and artefacts. Be sure to check out our gift shop, which offers a variety of unique made in Japan items along with local and Australian made items. Indulge in fantastic coffee, cake or lunch at the café next door. Take a moment to appreciate the beauty that surrounds you.

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Shop for Japanese items including beautiful made in Japan homewares, incense, origami, wrapping cloths, Kimmi Dolls and more. We also stock lots of Australian Made and locally made items. 

Cultural centre

Our collection showcases Japanese art and artefacts including ceramics, kimono, lacquerware, wood carvings, folk dolls, ink paintings and scrolls.

CAFE

Cafe

Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes. Call 6342 5222 to book a table.

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