Harmony in Shimane, Japan
The garden surrounding the Adachi Museum of Art was ranked the best in Japan by America's Journal of Japanese Gardening for six years running. Everything here is intentional. The shape of the trees, the rocks, the water, the paths that guide you.
The most spectacular garden I have ever visited is in one of the least populated areas of Japan, the Shimane prefecture, a short drive from Matsue. Surrounding the Adachi Museum of Art, the garden is appreciated around the world for the harmony of every aspect of the design.
Every tree is shaped to be the perfect form. Bamboo tubes deliver water to exactly where it is needed. Marvelous use of contrast across white rock, green fields and black rocks feel surreal, almost cartoon-like charcter to the gardens.Smooth sweeping curves with contrasting precisely carved rock bridges add surprise, but always in harmony.
In later articles, I will show water, stone, paths, trees, and shape.
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japan, shimane, adachi
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