Once Japan’s Imperial capital, the city has been a spiritual and cultural epicentre for more than a thousand years. That ...

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Spring brings a profusion of bulbs—tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths—painting the garden in cheerful colors that announce winter’s retreat. Summer sees the emergence of daylilies, coneflowers, and ...

The 3,000 sqm space has 17 kitchens, two bars and the best of the Kansai region under one roof ...

In this article, we’ll show you seven rock garden designs that you’ll love, combining creativity with practicality. Japanese Zen rock gardens are classic examples of minimalism and harmony. They ...

Renowned for its cultural heritage and peaceful landscapes, Kyoto makes for an ideal meditative destination. The city is home to some of the most tranquil rock gardens, which are perfect for ...

In a nation as culturally rich as Japan, it can be hard to know how to spend your time there. Here are ten of our favorite ...

Those seeking a more “Zen” vacation can relax in outdoor hot ... is seen walking the ancient streets of the Gion district in Kyoto, Japan.Geisha, geiko or geigi are traditional Japanese ...

There is a provocative question posed within the wall text introducing artist Ash Eliza Willams’ work, now on display at the Denver Botanic Gardens: “What would a rock say if it could talk?” ...