While the traditional elements of Japanese gardens—stone, water, gravel, pruned pines, and asymmetry—are rooted in ...

French painter Henri Matisse first came into contact with ukiyo-e woodcut prints in the early 20 th century, when various world fairs brought Japanese art to Europe. Struggling to get his own ...

These Japanese garden ideas will inspire you to try this serene style at home – from planting options to tips on outdoor ...

Less is more here and, unlike in a Western garden, flowers are never the focal point in a Japanese garden. You’ll find them as accents dotted here and there, but not densely planted in flower beds.

Japanese-style gardens typically replicate natural scenery in a small area. Photo by Kevin Legnon. Those looking to incorporate Japanese design elements in their own backyards, can find plenty of ...

The reflection of the garden and pavilion on still water is an important and carefully considered part of Japanese garden design. Pictured here, the Kinkaku-ji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion), a ...

The reflection of the garden and pavilion on still water is an important and carefully considered part of Japanese garden design. Pictured here, the Kinkaku-ji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion), a ...