Tofuku-ji Temple is large and imposing, but it also contains touches of beauty and splendor like those found in its gardens: The Hojo Garden, and the Ryogin-an Garden. In the Hojo Garden, four gardens (North, South, East, West) flank the main Hojo building, each with its own unique character. In the Ryogin-an Gardens, rocks, colorful sand, moss, grass, shapes, patterns, trees, bamboo, walls, wood, light, sky and more all work their magic here in a mixture of modern and traditional. Both gardens also have very beautiful wood corridors where you can find a warm and pleasant spot to sit and meditate.
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Tofuku-ji Temple Gardens
Classic Zen gardens, with a splash of the modern
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Justin Velgus
9 years ago
Excellent pictures, Larry. I think most photographers would have been too hypnotized by the sand garden to take any other shots. However, you showed us some interesting details, including the eaves of the roof and the bamboo fencing. Thanks!
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