37 creative ideas for an absolutely stunning Japanese garden

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There is something particularly soothing and profound in the oriental style and especially in the Japanese garden. Perhaps it comes from the philosophical influence of the regions of the East or perhaps from the combination of the way of life and the connection with the nature of the oriental peoples.

Japanese garden with a red tree

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All these factors are at the root of the creation of the Japanese garden which with its serene ambience is a wonderful gift for the exterior of all modern homes. Here are some pictures of Zen gardens that may perhaps become an inspiration for your own home garden layout. Each garden design is unique and has extraordinary special features. Look at this oriental beauty with its beautiful shapes and colors to take Zen garden decorating ideas:

Garden decoration with carved shrubs

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The Zen garden represents a space of tranquility and meditation. It is composed of sand, gravel, moss and rocks. There are rarely other plants, from which it derives its other name: dry garden. In the collective consciousness the Zen garden and the same thing as the Japanese garden. Indeed, the Japanese garden is vegetated, large and water is always present. The Zen garden is usually small. It favors the presence of rocks, sand, gravel. Moss is only the only plant organism. In a Zen garden, there are no garden paths or curbs. Nowadays, one does not make the difference between the two because Zen has become synonymous with “relaxing”. When we talk about a Zen garden, we imagine a green outdoor space that is pleasant and predisposing to relaxation.

Original garden decoration

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The Japanese garden, as the name suggests, is derived from Japanese culture. In Japan, landscaping of outdoor spaces is a highly respected artistic activity. This type of garden seeks harmony and tries to idealize nature. It is by combining simple elements (water, sand, stone, plants) that creates the soothing atmosphere sought. Neither the Japanese garden nor the Zen garden seek to recreate a symmetrical landscape. On the contrary, asymmetry is considered as the basis of harmony. Hence the need to have rocks and odd number plants.

Decorative composition of oriental inspiration

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If you create your Zen or Japanese garden in an urban environment, you have to think about obscuring all the elements that do not suit you. The installation of bamboo blackout panels is a good idea. Avoid any kind of steel, concrete or metal fencing.View in gallery37 Creative Ideas for an Absolutely Stunning Japanese Garden | 6/47

Is it possible to combine several elements of the Zen garden and the Japanese garden? Yes of course ! It’s up to you to decide how to design your outside in the best possible way. The most important thing is to create a space that you like.

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Japanese culture inspires many people. It has already been introduced into our contemporary gardens for a long time. Plant species such as Japanese maple, five-leaved pine and boxwood lend themselves perfectly to the Japanese garden. There are also oak, beech, weeping willow, giant bamboo and dwarf bamboo. And of course, the must for any garden that calls itself Japanese, the cherry tree of Japan with its beautiful pink flowers. Besides the iris, magnolia and camellias, flowering plants are almost non-existent in the design of this type of garden. We also choose plants according to their space and orientation. If you have a small outdoor area, balcony or garden area, it will be difficult to plant tall trees. It is therefore advisable to bet on shrubs and plants with small development.

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The first Zen garden was created in the city of Kamakura in the 12th century. Buddhists were the first to design Zen and Japanese gardens in their temples. Kamakura is a small town, far from Tokyo, located on the coast of the ocean. She is today very known with its many temples and very visited for its beaches.

Japanese traditional garden photo

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Asian garden with interesting decoration

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Japanese garden idea with miniature trees

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In the Japanese garden, garden paths can be installed. As in the Zen garden, the moss is present, but there is much more vegetation. The Japanese garden is very green and mineral. It fascinates with its large trees and plants with beautiful flowers. It’s as if the Japanese were trying to recreate all the beauty of nature in one painting.

Garden decoration with wooden door

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Listening or watching the water has a very soothing effect. Since Japanese gardens are places of meditation, fountains, ponds, streams and others are installed.

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Exotic and surprising, here is how we define the Japanese garden. As soon as one is present, one feels fascinated by the vegetation and the harmony born of the imbalance of the present elements.

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Zen garden photo with bamboo fence

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Small bridges and lanterns are often installed to decorate. Indeed, all the elements present try to recreate a real paradise on earth.

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