After the beautiful cherry blossoms, comes the time for azalea. In this article I will show you 10 places to visit to see Japan‘s azaleas. You will ... Read more
When I first visited the grounds of Shōmyō-ji, I didn’t quite know what to expect. I had read about its Pure Land garden. It is one of the rare ... Read more
When people talk about tools for traditional Japanese gardens, they often imagine something very specialised or ceremonial. In reality, most of ... Read more
It is the end of February and we already hit the time of plum blossoms with only one month left until famous cherry blossom season starts! Today I ... Read more
Regional Styles and Historical Influences in Japanese Gardens: From Heian to Edo Periods The evolution of Japanese garden styles has not only been ... Read more
On 11/28 is ii Niwa no Hi – Good Garden Day! People in Japan enjoy wordplay and number puns, which leads to some amusing celebration days (for ... Read more
Saiho-ji Temple, often referred to as Kokedera or the Moss Temple, is one of Kyoto’s most treasured sites. Famous for its lush moss garden and ... Read more
