Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is a beautiful Japanese cultural center in Palm Beach County, located just west of the city of Delray Beach. The lovely park and museum are named in honor of George Morikami, the only member of the Yamato Colony to stay in south Florida following World War II.
Today, the 188.5-acre museum campus showcases a replica Japanese villa museum building that houses permanent exhibits showcasing a 7,000-artifact collection, a 225-seat theater, and a traditional Japanese tea house.
The beautiful Roji-en Japanese Gardens: Garden of the Drops of Dew are showcased on the museum's grounds, highlight six famous Japanese historical garden styles, along with a bonsai garden and an acclaimed cafe that has been featured on Food Network.
Visitors can participate in a variety of Japanese cultural demonstrations, including tea ceremonies and tea-related classes.
Traditional Japanese festivals are held at the facility throughout the year, including an Oshogatsu New Year's festival, a Hatsume Fair Festival, and an Obon-style Lantern Festival.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33446, Phone: 561-495-0233