Available for Your Special Event
Plan Your Story : Build Your Dream
The Gresham Japanese Garden has three spaces available for rent; Tsuru Island, Ebetsu Plaza, and Kyoudou Center, or a combination of them.
Tsuru Island is the Japanese garden located in the center of Main City Park, Tsuru Island is surrounded by Johnson Creek as an elevated island and is a beautiful, serene Japanese garden—perfect for a small event. Tsuru Island showcases several Japanese structures; the moon bridge is the entrance, a covered azumaya (gazebo), blue-stone hand carved pathways, and a fountain, all beautiful backdrops for your event. Maximum number of occupancy is 50 people.
Tsuru Island is also a popular location for photo shoots for all occasions. If your party is under 8, then we don’t require a reservation and the setting is free for you to enjoy. Although, we would appreciate a donation. GJG is solely run by volunteers. We have no paid staff.
Tsuru Island is only 3/4 of an acre in size, so large groups prohibit the space to be enjoyed by others. Any group over 10 people must reserve the Japanese garden for a photo shoot. See below.
NOTE: THIS WEBSITE AND RESERVATION PROCESS DOES NOT INCLUDE RESERVING COHO PAVILION. CONTACT THE CITY FOR RESERVING COHO PAVILION.
Step 1
Please fill out this form to request your date. We will get back to your ASAP with confirmation to continue to payment. Feel free to contact Sue Protz with questions. rentals@greshamjapanesegarden.com .
Reservations
Download GJG’s Release, Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement. This agreement will need to be signed and returned before your event.
Kyoudou Center
Cost $300.00 for 3 hours
Details
- 1,250 square feet, air-conditioned and heated
- Maximum capacity is 50 people
- ADA accessible entrance ramp and restroom
- One onsite, in-person meeting with rental coordinator.
- Liaison on-call during event.
- $300 for 3 hours. Each additional hour is $100. *See rate below for Non profits and non-filings.
- Refundable cleaning deposit of $100.
Amenities
- 10 rectangular tables (5’x3’)
- 48 foldable wood chairs
- Kitchen sink, refrigerator, microwave (no oven)
- Full access to kitchen: Corelle dinnerware, glassware, utensils, serving trays, glass drink dispensers, and more
- 10-cup w/combined single-serve coffee maker and electric hot water kettle
- Two buffet tables (18″x72″)
- Welcome table (20″ x 48″)
- Wifi projector with HDMI hook up, screen and podium
Offsite Amenities ($50 surcharge)
- 10 Bistro tables
- 80-cup coffee maker
- 20 metal foldable chairs for patio
- Three copper beverage tubs (4 gallon)
- Two 5′ foldable plastic tables
Table Cloths and Napkins for Rent
- White table cloths for rectangular tables. $5 per table cloth
- Circular black stretchy table cloths for bistro tables. $5 per table cloth
- Black stretchy table cloths for buffet tables $5 per table cloth
- Black stretchy table cloth for welcome table $5
- Black cloth napkins. .25 each
Alcohol
- Event insurance is required if alcohol is to be served. Average cost is $125. We use https://www.theeventhelper.com/, but you can choose whomever you find.
Housekeeping
- Only painters tape can be used on walls. No glitter (including edible glitter) confetti, or open-flame candles
- Take all garbage, recyclables, decorations and food with you
- Returnable cans and bottles may be left in the Green Bottle Bag as a donation to the Garden
- Wash all kitchen items and/or load dishwasher
- Wipe counters, tables and chairs, and sweep floor
- Tables and chairs may remain as is
- Loading and unloading in front of building only (15 minute limit)
Non-Profits and Non-Filing Rentals
*We are a community center. For non-profits and non-filings renters we offer a rate of $60 for 3 hours. Email rentals@greshamjapanesegarden.com to receive the list of amenities at this rate.
Cancellation Policy
- 60-day advance notice for 100% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- 30-day advance notice for 50% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Kyoudou Center + Ebetsu Plaza
Cost $450.00 for 3 hours
Details
- A detailed clean up of the spaces before your event.
- Closing all the spaces from public use.
- One onsite, in-person meeting with Rental Coordinator.
- Ebetsu Plaza paver pathway’s accesses chained off during event.
- Maximum 50-person occupancy in the Kyoudou Center.
- Maximum 100-person occupancy at Kyoudou Center in combination with Ebetsu Plaza.
- $450 for 3 hours ($150/hr for additional hours).
- Refundable deposit is $150.
Kyoudou Center Amenities
- 1,250 square feet, air-conditioned and heated
- 48 foldable wood chairs
- 10 rectangular tables (5’x3’)
- 20” x 48” welcome table
- Two 18” x 72” buffet tables
- Corelle dinnerware, glassware, utensils, serving trays, glass drink dispensers, and more
- 10-cup w/combined single-serve coffee maker
- Electric hot water kettle
- Wifi projector with HDMI hook-up, screen and podium
Ebetsu Plaza Amenities
- Power outlet
- Garbage can with garbage bag
- Returnables can
Offsite Amenities – $50 surcharge
- 20 foldable black metal chairs
- 10 bistro tables (32” diameter, 43” tall)
- 20 black metal foldable chairs
- Two 5ft plastic tables
- 80-cup coffee maker
Housekeeping
Kyoudou Center
- Only painters tape can be used on walls. No glitter (including edible glitter) confetti,
or open-flame candles - Take all garbage, recyclables, decorations and food with you
- Returnable cans and bottles may be left in the green ‘Bottle Bag’ as a donation to the Garden
- Wash all kitchen items and/or load dishwasher
- Wipe counters, tables and chairs, and sweep floor
- Tables and chairs may remain as is
- Loading and unloading in front of building only (15 minute limit)
Ebetsu Plaza
- Stay on the paved areas and walkway
- Do not climb on sculptures or trees
- No glitter, confetti, birdseed, rice, etc.
- No items can be hung or tied from the trees or sculptures
- Take garbage, recyclables, decorations, and food with you at end of event
- Metal chairs returned to chair rack at entrance
- No smoking anywhere in park
Alcohol
Alcohol is not permitted on location without purchasing event insurance. Average cost is $100. We use https://www.theeventhelper.com/, but you can choose whomever you find. Liability insurance has to be for $2,000,000 and include GJG and City of Gresham as additional insured.
These spaces are owned by the City of Gresham. The City nor the Gresham Japanese Garden is responsible for any injuries that occur on the premises. Sign the liability release form and return.
Cancellation Policy
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- 60-day advance notice for 100% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- 30-day advance notice for 50% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Tsuru Island, Ebetsu Plaza, and Kyoudou Center
Cost $600.00 for 4 hours
Details
- A detailed cleaning of the spaces before your event
- On-call liaison
- One onsite, in-person meeting with rental coordinator
- Maximum 50-person occupancy on Tsuru Island and in the Kyoudou Center
- Maximum 100-person occupancy at Kyoudou Center in combination with Ebetsu Plaza
- Cost $600 for 4 hours ($150/hr for each additional hour).
- Refundable deposit is $150
Amenities
- 1,250 square feet, air-conditioned and heated
- 48 foldable wood chairs
- 10 rectangular tables (5’x3’)
- Kitchen: sink, refrigerator and microwave. No oven
- Corelle dinnerware, glassware, utensils, serving trays, glass drink dispensers, and more
- 10-cup w/combined single-serve coffee maker and electric hot water kettle. (Supply your own coffee and tea.)
- One 20” x 48” “welcome” table
- Two 18” x 72” buffet tables
- ADA accessible entrance ramp and restroom
- Wifi projector with HDMI hook-up, screen and podium
Tsuru Island Amenities
- 3/4 acre Japanese garden
- Covered azumaya (gazebo)
- One electrical outlet in azumaya
- Standby monitor at the entrance toTsuru Island during event.
Ebetsu Plaza Amenities
- Chaining off of Ebetsu Plaza walkway with ‘Closed for Special Event’ sign at both ends
- Power outlet
- Garbage and Returnable bottles can
Offsite Amenities: (Surcharge $50)
- 10 bistro tables (32” diameter, 43” tall)
- 80-cup coffee maker.
- 20 black metal foldable chairs
- Three copper beverage tubs (4 gallon)
- Two 5’ foldable plastic tables
Alcohol
- If you would like to serve alcohol, you need an OLCC license, or purchase $2,000.000 event insurance. Average cost is $125. Eventhelper.com is one option. GJG will need a copy of the policy.
Housekeeping
Kyoudou Center
- Only painters tape can be used on walls. No glitter (including edible glitter) confetti,
or open-flame candles - Take all garbage, recyclables, decorations and food with you
- Returnable cans and bottles may be left in the green ‘Bottle Bag’ as a donation to the Garden
- Wash all kitchen items and/or load dishwasher
- Wipe counters, tables and chairs, and sweep floor
- Tables and chairs may remain as is
- Loading and unloading in front of building only (15 minute limit)
Tsuru Island
-
Stay on path. Standing in garden spaces is not permitted.
- No glitter, confetti, birdseed, rice, or glass permitted
- No items can be hung or tied from the trees or sculptures
- No smoking anywhere in park
- No items from the Kyoudou Center may be used on Tsuru Island, such as glassware, dishes, etc.
- Tsuru Island will be opened to the public immediately after usage so all garbage, recyclables, decorations and food must be removed from the Japanese garden immediately after usage.
NOTE: From October 1-March 31 Main City Park’s restrooms are closed for winterization
Cost for all three spaces is $600.00. Go to Step 1 for inquiry.
Neither the City of Gresham nor the Gresham Japanese Garden is responsible for any injuries that occur on the premises. You will be required to sign a liability waiver.
Cancellation Policy
- 60-day advance notice for 100% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- 30-day advance notice for 50% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Kyoudou Center and Tsuru Island
Cost $450.00 for 3 hours
Rental Details
- A detailed cleaning of the spaces before your event
- On-call liaison
- One onsite, in-person meeting with rental coordinator
- Maximum 50-person occupancy on Tsuru Island and in the Kyoudou Center
- Cost $450 for 3 hours ($150/hr for each additional hour)
- Refundable deposit is $150
Tsuru Island Amenities
- 3/4 acre Japanese garden
- Covered azumaya (gazebo)
- One electrical outlet in azumaya
- Standby monitor at entrance to Tsuru Island during event
Kyoudou Center Amenities
- 1,250 square feet, air-conditioned and heated
- 48 foldable wood chairs
- 10 rectangular tables (5’x3’)
- Kitchen: sink, refrigerator and microwave. No oven
- Corelle dinnerware, glassware, utensils, serving trays, glass drink dispensers, and more
- 10-cup w/combined single-serve coffee maker and electric hot water kettle. (Supply your own coffee and tea.)
- One 20” x 48” “welcome” table
- Two 18” x 72” buffet tables
- ADA accessible entrance ramp and restroom
- Wifi projector with HDMI hook-up, screen and podium
Offsite Amenities: (Surcharge $50)
- 10 bistro tables (32” diameter, 43” tall)
- 80-cup coffee maker
- 20 black metal foldable chairs
- Three copper beverage tubs (4 gallon)
- Two 5’ foldable plastic tables
Tsuru Island Housekeeping
-
Stay on path. Standing in garden spaces is not permitted.
- No glitter, confetti, birdseed, rice, or glass permitted
- No items can be hung or tied from the trees or sculptures
- No items from the Kyoudou Center may be used on Tsuru Island, such as glassware, dishes, etc
- Tsuru Island will be opened to the public immediately after usage so all garbage, recyclables, decorations and food must be removed from the Japanese garden immediately after usage.
- Removal of metal chairs and put on chair rack at entrance
- No smoking anywhere in park
Kyoudou Center Housekeeping
- No confetti, glitter (including edible), tape, or open-flame candles
- Take all garbage, recyclables, decorations and food with you
- Returnable cans and bottles may be left in the green ‘Bottle Bag’ as a donation to the Garden
- Wash all kitchen items and/or load dishwasher
- Wipe counters, tables and chairs, and sweep floor
- Tables and chairs may remain as is
- Loading and unloading in front of building only (15 minute limit
Cost: $450.00 for 3 hours
Cancellation Policy
- 60-day advance notice for 100% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstance.
- 30-day advance notice for 50% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstance.
- Note: Neither the City of Gresham nor the Gresham Japanese Garden is responsible for any injuries that occur on the premises. A liability waiver form is required to sign and return.
- Event insurance is required if alcohol is to be served. Average cost is $100. We use https://www.theeventhelper.com/, but you can choose whomever you find.
Tsuru Island Only
$200.00 for 2 hours
Details
- Three-quarter acre Japanese garden
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A detailed cleaning of the spaces before your event
-
‘Closed for Special Event’ sign at entrance to Tsuru Island, and a standby monitor
at Tsuru Island during event. -
On-call liaison
-
One on-site in-person meeting with rental coordinator
-
Maximum 50-person occupancy on Tsuru Island
-
Cost $200 for 2 hours
-
Refundable deposit is $100
Amenities
- Usage of the azumaya (gazebo)
- One electrical outlet in the azumaya
Extra Amenity
The Main City Park restrooms are closed from November through March. For $50.00 extra, if the Kyoudou Center is available the restroom/changing room can be opened for usage BEFORE your event begins. This option is also for your guests. Check with rental coordinator at time of booking.
Housekeeping
-
Stay on path. Standing in garden spaces is not permitted.
-
No glitter, confetti, birdseed, rice, or glass permitted
-
No items can be hung or tied from the trees or sculptures
-
No smoking anywhere in park.
-
All garbage, recyclables, decorations and food must be removed from the Japanese garden immediately after event.
-
Removal of metal chairs from island and put on chair rack at entrance
Cancellation Policy
- 60-day advance notice for 100% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstance.
- 30-day advance notice for 50% refundable reservation. Date change may be allowed due to weather or unforeseen circumstance.
Add a memory to your special event!
At Ebetsu Plaza, located a stone throws away from the Kyoudou Center is commemorative pavers. All the proceeds from the pavers is directed into an endowment fund with Edward Jones. This endowment fund can be used in the future for the upkeep of the spaces the Gresham Japanese Garden manages. This endowment fund is insurance that Tsuru Island will not go into disarray again.