The garden was built as part of the Centennial Exhibition in 1913 under the supervision of Count Fritz von Hochberg.
It was completely redesigned and restored in the late 1990s with assistance from the Japanese Embassy and gardeners from Nagoya.
The garden contains a collection of traditional stone lanterns, including the Oki-gata and Yukimi-gata styles.
It is one of the few original elements of the 1913 Centennial Exhibition still existing in its intended form.
The wooden bridge, known as the 'Moon Bridge,' is designed with a high arch to create a full circle reflection in the pond water.
The garden features imported stone materials used for the arrangement of waterfalls and dry streams.
Traditional pruning techniques are used to ensure the pine trees maintain their specific 'windswept' appearance.
The layout adheres to the principles of the 'tsukiyama' (hill garden) and 'chisen-kaiyushiki' (pond-and-stroll) styles.
The Japanese Garden in Wrocław is a restored historic site originally created for the 1913 Centennial Exhibition. It features authentic Japanese vegetation, stone lanterns, and bridges designed in consultation with Japanese architects. The central pond contains diverse species of koi carp visible from the wooden arched bridge. Paths are constructed from crushed stone and large rock slabs to mimic natural Japanese landscapes. The garden employs traditional pruning techniques to maintain its specific aesthetic. It serves as a living museum of Japanese garden design within the Szczytnicki Park complex. A cascading stream runs through the upper section, feeding the main reservoir. The site has undergone significant restoration following the 1997 floods to preserve its structural integrity and design authenticity.
From the center of the high-arched wooden bridge looking toward the main pond and pavilion.
Walk the entire perimeter of the pond to view the garden from multiple perspectives.
Look for the koi feeding areas near the bridges for the best wildlife observation.
Visit on a weekday morning to avoid weekend crowds and ensure a quiet experience.
Attempting to feed the koi fish with outside food; only designated pellets should be used if permitted.
Open seasonally from spring through autumn; closed during the winter months.
Walking off the designated paths is strictly prohibited to protect the delicate moss and plantings.
