From a distance, the rocks resemble islands, the sand a tranquil sea. In 2002, a research team at Kyoto University claimed to have cracked the Zen code. Relying on computer models, they found that ...

Japanese gardens are renowned for their tranquility, elegance ... make Hydrangeas a delightful addition to any Zen garden. Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is a sacred flower in Japanese culture ...