ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — It all started as an idea for a backyard garden in the late 1970s. It has since turned into more than 12 acres of land for all to enjoy. Anderson Japanese Gardens has ...

Our Quad Cities News takes you on a journey across the Land of Lincoln for some unique places to visit in Illinois. Find your Zen in a hidden gem in Rockford that’s 12 acres of streams ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. — Anderson Japanese Gardens hopes those in the Stateline escape winter's chill and enjoy a cozy atmosphere with the return of its live coffee shop music. Once again partnering ...

Highlights include authentic tea ceremonies, Japanese name writing, anime drawing and paper making. The festival ends Sunday ...

Anderson Japanese Gardens opens Friday celebrating its 25th anniversary as a not-for-profit public garden. Here's what you need to know.

The Anderson Japanese Gardens held their annual Japanese Summer Festival this weekend. It's the first time since 2019 that the weekend-long event has been held because of the COVID-19 pandemic.