Do you know about the Japanese garden hidden in Huntsville?

The Japanese tea house in Monte Sano. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

We are always looking for unique hidden gems in Huntsville to share with you, and we found another great one. Did you know Huntsville is home to a hidden Japanese garden? Here’s everything you need to know about this scenic and peaceful secret spot.

Where can you find it?

Japanese garden, healthy mountain
A guzei in the garden. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)
Japanese garden, healthy mountain
Take a walk along the bamboo path. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

You can find the garden in Monte Sano State Parkand the closest area to the park is near the Monte Sano Lodge. Across the road, the garden paths are hidden from the road. A guzei, the arched red bridge associated with Japan, invites travelers to walk along a bamboo-covered path.

A Japanese tea house is located next to a zen garden, offering visitors a quiet place to think or meditate.

The story of the Japanese garden

Japanese garden, healthy mountain
Get in touch with your inner zen. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)
Japanese garden, healthy mountain
This place is absolutely gorgeous. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

The Japanese garden was started in 1988 by Robert Black as a hobby to do with his children. The tea house was added in 1991, and the first annual Japanese spring festival took place here in 1992. The annual festival celebrates Japanese culture through tea ceremonies, koto (the Japanese harp), Japanese dance , Taiko (Japanese drums), karate and kendo.

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