Stone Arrangements in Japanese Gardens: A Guide to Traditional Techniques
Stone setting is one of the fundamental principles in Japanese garden design. The oldest preserved gardening manual refers to the art as "ishi wo taten koto"—erecting stones. Zen gardens, with their carefully placed stones, offer a tranquil atmosphere and a deep connection to nature. This eBook introduces the most common stone arrangementsand provides step-by-step illustrations to help you understand their meanings and techniques.
Inside the Book
- Stone Selection & Naming
- Traditional Stone Arrangements (Sanzon, Uzumaki, Shumisen, Yodomari & more)
- Waterfall, Island & Wall Types
12 pages | 44 hand-drawn illustrations | PDF format