Taking care of an historic site doesn’t come without its challenges. Maintaining the signature tranquil beauty of this living museum requires extensive attention, expertise, money, and time. Without you, preserving and maintaining Shofuso would not be possible.
The Business & Public Policy Series addresses the major economic, trade, and international issues facing the nations of the Pacific rim with a focus on the US-Japan relationship. JASGP Corporate Members receive special discounts and sponsorship opportunities.
Obon is a festival that combines spiritualism with communal fun. It is a three day festival based on the Buddhist belief that ancestors’ spirits visit the world of the living. During the day, people attend carnival-like events, and there is traditionally a community-specific Bon dance.
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Member
Your membership at the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia (JASGP)
enables us to make the Greater Philadelphia region a nationally and globally known center for
Japanese art, business, and culture. Membership is available for individuals, households, and organizations.
Discounted rates for seniors and students are also available.
starting at $50 / year
Membership Benefits Include
Shofuso Admission
All JASGP members get free admission to Shofuso, the historic Japanese house and garden located in West Fairmount Park.
Gift Shop Discounts
JASGP members receive a 10% discount on all purchases made in the Shofuso gift shop.
Program Discounts
Members receive discounts on JASGP programs and events
Members Only
Members are invited to attend our special members only programing, events, and opportunities, such as our monthly Members Only Night at Shofuso.
Guest Passes to Shofuso
Ambassador, Guardian, and Society level members receive guest passes to Shofuso to share with their friends and family.
Special Offers
Members get special offers and discounts with partner organizations, such as a free subscription to Better Homes & Gardens, and a 20% discount on purchases from the White Flower Farm catalog.
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Shofuso is a historic Japanese house and garden that has been part of Philadelphia for 60 years. It is nationally ranked by the Journal of Japanese Gardening, is listed on the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places, and is part of the Fairmount Park National Historic District.
Guided tours of the house are available at no additional cost but are dependent on docent availability. Groups of 10 or more require a reservation.
Address: Lansdowne Dr & Horticultural Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Phone: 215-878-5097
Email: info@japanphilly.org
For hours, admissions, and other visitor information, click here.