Where is Anderson Japanese Gardens?

Address: 318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
Tuesday 9AM–6PM
Wednesday 9AM–6PM
Thursday 9AM–6PM
Friday 9AM–6PM
Saturday 9AM–5PM
Sunday 9AM–5PM
Monday 9AM–6PM
Phone: (815) 229-9390

Anderson Japanese Gardens was created in 1978 by Japanese Designer Hoichi Kurisu and was originally the private park of Rockford-based entrepreneur John Anderson. In 1988, John and Linda Anderson donated the garden to the Rockford Rotary Charitable Association.

Experts from the USA and Japan are working intensively on the site. Guests can explore the magnificent gardens on their own or as part of guided tours.
Visitors can spend relaxing hours and enjoy the high horticulture. Among connoisseurs, Anderson Japanese Gardens is considered one of the best and most beautiful Japanese Gardens in the Western Hemisphere.