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PREFACE
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
FLOWERS & GARDENS OF JAPAN - CHAPTER I LANDSCAPE GARDENING
CHAPTER II STONES—GARDEN ORNAMENTS AND FENCES
CHAPTER III LANDSCAPE GARDENS
CHAPTER IV NURSERY GARDENS—DWARF TREES AND HACHI-NIWA
CHAPTER V TEMPLE GARDENS
CHAPTER VI SUMMER FLOWERS
CHAPTER VII PLUM BLOSSOM
Step into the serene world of Japan’s celebrated gardens, where every blossom tells a story. The narrative opens with a gentle invitation to explore the country’s most beloved flowers—from the delicate pink cherry blossoms that herald spring to the regal chrysanthemums of autumn—each rendered in vivid color by a skilled hand. Accompanying the text, the artwork captures tranquil temple courtyards, stone lanterns, and winding pathways, letting listeners picture the harmony of nature and design without ever having set foot abroad.
Beyond the iconic blooms, the guide delves into the distinctive art of Japanese landscape gardening, revealing how stones, bamboo, and carefully pruned trees shape spaces that feel both intimate and expansive. Interwoven with folklore and seasonal legends, these insights offer a rich tapestry of cultural meaning, perfect for travelers planning a visit or anyone yearning to relive memories of a sun‑kissed garden in the Land of the Rising Sun.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (306K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chuck Greif, MWS, Adrian Mastronardi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2017-12-26
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1869–1955
Best known for lyrical travel books on Japan, Madeira, and the Canary Islands, this British writer brought faraway gardens and landscapes to life for early 20th-century readers. Her books were often paired with illustrations by her sister Ella Du Cane, creating richly visual portraits of place.
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