Water elements are a common feature in Japanese gardens. Photo by Kevin Legnon. The Zen garden, also known as a rock garden, is usually relatively small and consists of carefully arranged rocks of ...

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Every day, hundreds of people visit Ryoanji Temple to see its Zen rock garden – which is probably the most famous of its kind in Japan. Located in Kyoto's northern outskirts, the temple was ...

The World Heritage site renowned for having one of the finest Zen rock gardens in Japan was built in 1450 by Hosokawa Katsumoto, a high-ranking official of the Muromachi Shogunate. The Hojo main ...

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Those seeking a more “Zen” vacation can relax in outdoor hot ... Here are 10 not-to-be-missed experiences to immerse yourself in Japanese culture. When visiting Japan, travelers can stay ...

A well-designed yard is a combination of different elements, such as a wildflower patch attracting local pollinators, a soft lawn inviting bare feet, and hardscaping providing structure and function.