Arashiyama Bamboo Forest: A Magical Journey Through Kyoto’s Natural Wonderland
Nestled in the scenic outskirts of Kyoto, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove (also known as Bamboo Forest) is one of Japan’s...
Why Doesn’t Karesansui Use Water? The Meaning and Beauty of Japan’s Dry Landscape Gardens
At first glance, Japan’s karesansui—or dry landscape gardens—may seem puzzling. Why do these famous Zen gardens, admired worldwide, feature no...