Shofuso is open May through September, Wednesday–Friday 10 am–4 pm, Saturday and Sunday, 11 am–5pm.
In April we are available during the week for pre-booked groups of 10 or more; in October, for special events and weddings only. To reserve, please call (215) 878-5097 or email info@shofuso.com.
Click event titles for details or click here for full calendar.
Welcome to Shofuso!
This seventeenth-century authentic Shoin-style Japanese house & garden in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park was built in 1954 as a gift from Japanese people to American for the Museum of Modern Art. The house was relocated to Philadelphia in 1958. Renowned artist Hiroshi Senju donated 20 murals in 2007, Shofuso is the only house of its kind outside of Japan. The Japanese House is considered a major cultural asset to the city and an international tourist attraction.
“Windy Pines and Gentle Waters: Philadelphia’s Shofuso Garden in Historic Context”
by Professor Frank Chance, Univ. of Pennsylvania (FREE ADMISSION)
Location: Griski Room (308) of Houston Hall (3417 Spruce St. Phila. PA 19104)
March 13 (SAT) 1:00 -3:00 PM
Click below to view Houston Hall
The restored Shofuso murals feature original artwork by renowned Japanese painter Hiroshi Senju.
To see images of the murals and learn more, click here.
Shofuso appeared to weather the recent snow storms well except minor damages in the garden.
