Miyazu

Miyazu Japanese Garden

Named after Nelson's sister city Miyazu in Japan, this garden is a traditional Japanese stroll garden. Large boulders and stonework, ponds, and stepping stones create a tranquil delight.

In Miyazu Garden both New Zealand and Japanese plant species feature to symbolise the harmonising of the two cultures; harakeke (flax) and tawhai (beech) sit alongside cherry blossom and iris blooms.


Miyazu, Japan
Miyazu City is situated in the north of Kyoto Prefecture on the main island of Honshu. With a population of approximately 30,000, Miyazu shares many of Nelson's characteristics. Its principal activities are a fishing base, tourism, a trading port and an administrative and political centre. Its industries include seafood processing, metal work and textiles.