Walk with us as we grow

Our roots have been deeply planted in San Diego since the 1915 Exposition. History has carried us forward to the Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum we know today. In the past 20 years, our members have seen growth from an empty sand lot to the beautiful garden we all have come to enjoy. Now, we are looking forward to the future and invite you to “walk with us as we grow.” The cultural and historical events, exhibits, meaningful friendships made at JFGM are an important part of the rich Japanese heritage in San Diego.

Membership Benefits

Enjoy San Diego’s best kept secret year round! Studies have shown that being in nature boosts overall physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. All membership levels include:

• Unlimited entry to the Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum year-round beginning at purchase date

• Front of the line perks to enter the garden

• Free admission to over 300 gardens through the American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Admissions Program

• 10% discount at JFGM’s gift shop

• Invitation to member exclusive events including new exhibit previews and JFGM’s annual Membership Tea

• Discount pricing on select programs and events

• VIP access to the annual Cherry Blossom Festival

• Digital receipt of JFGM’s bimonthly newsletter – The NIWA 

• Private event rental perks

How To Download Your Digital Membership - English

Contact the membership department at membership@niwa.org or 619.232.2721 ext 1502
*Higher level and lifetime membership inquiries available upon request.