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Renowned Zen Gardens

Meant to evoke tranquility, Japanese-style Zen gardens focus on the arranged beauty of rocks, water, moss and trees. Every Zen garden is different, and they can be adapted to fit any space. Below are some of the most historic Japanese gardens built around Buddhist temples. See this Accent story for more on the art and science of Zen gardens.

Image credits:
Zuiho-in © Corbis
Saiho-ji Garden. © Corbis
Rozan-ji Temple © Corbis
Banryueti Rock Garden © Kenneth Hamm/Corbis

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<p>The beautifully maintained Zuiho-in rock garden, located in Kyoto, Japan, is a famous meditation site that dates back almost 500 years. <em>(Image</em> © <em>Corbis)</em></p><p>The Shitenno-ji Honbo garden in Osaka, Japan, was fully opened to the public in 2003. The simplistic beauty of the grounds is inspired by Buddhist teachings and complements a nearby temple.</p><p>The famous Saiho-ji Garden features 120 varieties of moss, instead of more traditional gravel. Rebuilt in the 14th century, the unique garden and temple are located in Matsuo, Japan. <em>(Image</em> © <em>Corbis)</em></p><p>The Rozan-ji Temple in Kyoto, Japan, was built in 938. The surrounding moss and white gravel garden, being tended to here, is one of the most highly regarded Zen gardens. <em>(Image</em> © <em>Corbis)</em></p><p>The Banryutei Rock Garden is the largest of its kind in Japan, and a popular travel destination in Mt. Koya. The Zen garden features 140 large granite stones set in fine gravel. <em>(Image</em> © <em>Kenneth Hamm/Corbis)</em></p>
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