"Karesansui" (areas without water) gardens reproduce natural sites without actually using water. These descriptive gardens create landscapes suggested by natural scenery.
From beyond the Japanese maple, spring water flows into a dry "stream" and runs through the surrounding gentle green hills (Kyoto, Japan) "Tortoise Island" and its partner "Crane Island", symbols of longevity. West Vancouver, B.C. This dry "cascade" gives the impression of being situated in a sacred Shinto grove, invoking the sound of a waterfall that is not there East meets West in this residential backyard in Richmond, B.C.
West Coast house designed by Barry Downs. Yoshi re-designed and built the garden in May 2002. Delta, B.C.
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