The monks who built the world’s most famous Zen gardens weren’t sitting quietly beside them, gazing into the distance. They ...

“Because we remain in an online state, in which we constantly connect with people and pieces of information, it has become difficult to make the time to think alone quietly. Zen Pen was created based ...

Today is the third and last day of Japan Week in Vanderbilt Hall of Grand Central Terminal. The primary highlight is a Zen garden, offered as a respite for busy New Yorkers. Delineated in the space by ...

Whether you’re looking to create a rock garden, incorporate a few elements of Japanese design to your existing landscape or just want to add a bonsai to your home, there are plenty of gardens in San ...

Soothing sounds, warmth in textures, dulcet silhouettes of foliage, and a surrounding tranquility that can mould a simple urban garden into an oasis that feels personal and beautiful. That's what ...

Tiny house design and traditional Japanese aesthetics go hand in hand, and this brand-new house on wheels proves it. A true masterclass in contemporary Japanese-inspired minimalism, the ...

From the column: "Before traveling to Japan, I did not think I would ponder the concept of goodness so much. I believe ...

Introduction : transformations of vision -- Transient symbols -- On the circulation of metaphor -- Zen mountains, Zen water -- Cracks -- Pottery landscapes -- The tea bowl and the toilet bowl -- ...

As with any kind of garden, successfully installing a Japanese-inspired one here in Texas requires a certain consideration for what works in your zone. Take moss, for example: it’s a popular feature ...

Get off the beaten track to experience Japan’s health-focused traditions, nourishing natural resources, and some of the finest ingredients in the country. Hokkaido is known for its expansive natural ...

For a serene outdoor retreat, draw inspiration from Japanese garden design, which celebrates lush foliage, serene ponds, and ...