keys to japanese garden composition | hira-niwa or "flat gardens"
Today I’m going to talk about how we can gain some insight into balance and composition in Japanese gardens through looking at Hiran-Niwa...
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Shizen Style Culture Blog
The Shizen Style Blog has foundations in Japanese aesthetics and culture, with topics surrounding Japanese gardens, photography, flow state and creativity, Ikigai (life purpose), as well as product reviews that help us figure out what's worth our time, attention, and money.
Josh
- Jun 27, 2019
- 7 min
Front Yard Japanese Garden Landscaping
Front Yard Japanese Garden Many people are drawn to the Japanese garden for a variety of reasons. Some love the tranquility and serenity...
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Josh
- Apr 28, 2019
- 6 min
The Best Japanese Gardens in Osaka, Japan
Osaka is an often-overlooked area for Japanese gardens and traditional culture, but having lived there for so many years I thought it was...
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Josh
- Mar 14, 2019
- 2 min
How to Add Japanese Garden Design Principles Into Your Garden
With a topic like how to add Japanese garden design principles into your garden you need to look for natural inspiration from somewhere....
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Josh
- Mar 14, 2019
- 4 min
The Top 5 Myths About Japanese Gardens
There are a few misconceptions that we have about Japanese gardens. Just like the many “sushi” restaurants that clutter suburban plazas...
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Josh
- Mar 14, 2019
- 3 min
An Introduction to Japanese Garden Design Principles
Kyoto Rock Garden If you are looking to do something a little different with your garden I recommend an introduction to Japanese garden...
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Josh
- Mar 14, 2019
- 7 min
What are the Basic Japanese Garden Structures?
Mimurodo-ji Japanese Garden Pavillion Years ago when I first began studying Japanese garden design in Japan, I learned how Japanese...
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Josh
- Mar 14, 2019
- 7 min
Are Cherry Trees Used in Japanese Gardens?
Cherry blossom trees, or sakura, are definitely a major symbol of Japan. But from having visited a countless number of Japanese gardens...
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Josh
- Mar 14, 2019
- 6 min
What is a Modern Rustic Garden?
modern rustic Japanese garden I have found that by adding modern and rustic elements into the garden we can balance a natural lifestyle...
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Josh
- Mar 13, 2019
- 5 min
What kinds of rocks are used in Japanese gardens?
Japanese Stone Garden This is a question that often comes up when talking about Zen rock gardens and other types of Japanese gardens. I...
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Josh
- Mar 13, 2019
- 9 min
The Complete Guide to Small Japanese Gardens
Whether you are designing your own garden or looking for ways to better appreciate a garden, this complete guide to small Japanese...
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Josh
- Mar 13, 2019
- 5 min
Daisen Park – Osaka’s Hidden Japanese Strolling Garden
Daisen Japanese Garden in Autumn Daisen Park Japanese Garden (大仙公園 日本庭園) is located in Southern Osaka in the city of Sakai. This...
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Josh
- Mar 13, 2019
- 3 min
Japanese Rock Garden: Fudaraku Garden in Osaka
“Fudaraku Garden” in Shitennoji Temple One of Japan’s oldest temple’s in Osaka houses a unique Japanese rock garden, or karesansui, in...
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Josh
- Mar 13, 2019
- 11 min
Residential Japanese Garden: Ideas From Japan
Residential Japanese Gardens: Ideas From Japan Having spent many years in Japan I have begun to understand some important landscape...
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Josh
- Mar 12, 2019
- 3 min
Japanese Garden in Shitennoji Temple – Gokuraku-Jodo Garden
Japanese Garden at Shitennoji Temple I encourage everyone to take the time to visit this hidden away Japanese garden in the center of...
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Josh
- Mar 12, 2019
- 4 min
A Unique Japanese Garden in Yoshino: Chikurin-in, Gunpoen
The Yoshino area of Nara is famous for its beautiful mountains of cherry blossom trees. Contrary to popular belief, although a symbol of...
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Josh
- Mar 12, 2019
- 7 min
The Main Differences Between Chinese and Japanese Gardens
Having lived in Japan for many years and visited a variety of Japanese gardens I often wondered how these types of gardens are different...
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Josh
- Mar 12, 2019
- 6 min
What is the main purpose of Japanese gardens?
The main purpose of a Japanese garden is to bring harmony between our busy daily lives and nature. It is a space that celebrates the...
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Josh
- Mar 11, 2019
- 4 min
The Impressive Japanese Gardens of Nijo Castle
Nijo Castle is home to a few impressive Japanese gardens; the Ninomaru Garden, the Honmaru Garden, and Seiryu-en Garden. I have visited...
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Josh
- Mar 11, 2019
- 15 min
Japanese Garden Design: A Helpful Illustrated Guide
Japanese Garden Design As human beings we all have the desire to bring nature into our busy lives. The Japanese garden serves as a space...
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