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Japan: The Momijidani Teien Garden in Wakayama
Gardens are undoubtedly among the most touristy places in Japan. They are often also on the long list of spots to photograph for any landscape photographer visiting the country for the first time. And that's quite understandable. However, Momijidani Teien garden is still relatively unknown, even though it deserves special attention. © O. Robert Japanese gardens are indeed philosophical and miniature representations of imagined or interpreted landscapes, skillfully crafted by
Japan: Shukkei-en Garden in Hiroshima, 400 Years of Turbulent History
Shukkei-en Garden is a work of art in the traditional landscape garden style. Located in the center of Hiroshima city in the Naka-Ku district, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful landscape gardens in Japan. Shukkei-en is closely tied to the history of the city. Due to events related to World War II, it has had a turbulent history. © O. Robert Shukkei-en is organized around a central pond that takes up most of the area. It features a beautiful stone arch bridge (Koko-K
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