Named for Queen Liliuokalani, the last reigning monarch over Hawai'i, the Liliuokalani ornamental Japanese Gardens are situated along the Banyan Drive area of Hilo.
Covering an area of over 24 acres, this garden park is the largest authentic Edo-style ornamental Japaenese garden outside of Japan. The park contains stone lanterns, sculptures, arched bridges and gazebos imported from Japan. Opened in 1919, the park's construction was dedicated as a tribute to the first Japanese immigrants to the Big Island who helped with the island's agriculture and sugar industries.
Visiting the park, one will find meandering walkways that weave through the lawns and amidst the koi ponds. The picturesque park tends to have a lot of visitors - both locals and tourists - who use the brounds for exercising or just relaxing. The coastline of Hilo is visible from the stone walls over the bay where locals can often be found fishing.
Also on the park grounds is a traditional Japanese teahouse that visitors can stop into.
Overall, the park meantains a very peaceful feeling. This may be the most scenic park in the Hilo area, and makes a great stop if in the area.
Liliuokalani Gardens is open 24 hours. There is onstreet parking available.
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