Japanese Gardens: Symbolism and Design

This book takes a thorough look at the process of designing a Japanese garden, placing it in a historical and philosophical context.

The unique beauty of the Japanese garden stems from its spirituality and rich symbolism, yet most discussions on this kind of garden rarely provide more than a superficial overview. This book takes a thorough look at the process of designing a Japanese garden, placing it in a historical and philosophical context.

Goto and Naka, both academic experts in Japanese garden history and design, explore:

• The themes and usage of the Japanese garden
• Common garden types such as tea and Zen gardens
• Key maintenance techniques and issues.

Featuring beautiful, full-colour images and a glossary of essential Japanese terms, this book will dramatically transform your understanding of the Japanese garden as a cultural treasure.

• | Author: Seiko Goto, Takahiro Naka
• | Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• | Publication Date: Oct 22, 2015
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9780415821186
• | ISBN-10: 0415821185