Japanese gardens have been built in Japan since the 8th Century. They were inspired by Chinese landscape painting and the spirit of nature.
Japan opened to global trade in the 19th Century followed by a greater interest in Japanese culture.
A Japanese Garden was created here in Harrogate’s Valley Gardens by 1930. Over the decades the Japanese character of the garden declined, leaving only a few Japanese maples, and was virtually forgotten.
Restoration work began in 2017 to bring the heritage of the garden alive again and finished in 2018.
The garden is called ‘Shijima’ the Japanese word for serenity and stillness. *
*from a signboard next to the garden
very tranquil, CP, and i like the colours in the trees.
It is a lovely quiet space
I realise the top image is not a gravestone. But wouldn’t it be wonderful to be buried surrounded by trees, lawns, a lake, bridge and colourful shrubs.
The idea is appealing
It is hard to believe that such a wonderful place was allowed to decline. The restoration has been very successful
Thank goodness it was revived and restored
how nice that after forgetting for so many years Japanese gardens were reformed and look great in these lovely views dear Cheri . few days back we were watching a video about Japanese garden to see autumnal colors and it was breathtaking with lots and lots of colors .
blessings to you and loved ones friend!
The video you watched sounds delightful . I do so love the colours of autumn.
Sending you love