Beyond Basics Part 2: Japanese Rock Arrangements & Symbolism In Japanese gardens, rocks are more than just landscape features—they carry deep symbolism and significantly enhance the visual appeal of the garden. Through careful rock arrangements, stones represent mountains, islands, rivers, and other natural elements, offering both beauty and meaning. In...Continue Reading
Regional Styles and Historical Influences in Japanese Gardens: From Heian to Edo Periods The evolution of Japanese garden styles has not only been shaped by cultural aesthetics and religious philosophies but have also evolved in step with political shifts across the centuries. From the opulent palace gardens of Kyoto’s Heian...Continue Reading
The Shigemori Mirei Garden Museum: New Ebook with free Reservation Guide Introducing Our New eBook: Shigemori Mirei Garden Museum in Kyoto We’re pleased to announce the release of our new eBook, focusing on the Shigemori Mirei Garden Museum in Kyoto. This museum, centered around one of Japan’s most respected landscape...Continue Reading