‘Low-placed uplights beneath bamboo, maple, or pine trees can produce elegant shadows against fences or walls, mimicking the ink brushstrokes of sumi-e painting,’ Vanessa explains. ‘This technique ...

Intricately carved and charmingly rustic, this Granite Japanese Lantern from Etsy is a wonderful ... all the work that comes with a full-sized zen garden, something like boulders in and around ...

Bamboo, rocks and stone lanterns are among the common ... Water elements are a common feature in Japanese gardens. Photo by Kevin Legnon. The Zen garden, also known as a rock garden, is usually ...

stone lanterns, stepping stone paths, native Japanese plants, serene koi ponds, a five-story pagoda and a Zen garden. You’ll want to plan your visit foo March or April when the garden’s cherry ...

Michigan is home to several gardens inspired by the plants and architecture of gardens in Japan. Here's a look at where to ...