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ForeWord Magazine's BOOK OF THE YEAR Awards, Silver Medal Winner, Home & GardenSupreme examples of the art of Japanese gardens, not easily accessible to the public.The Hidden Gardens of Kyoto is the attractive sequel to Landscapes for Small Spaces by the same photographer, Katsuhiko Mizuno. In this new book, Mizuno introduces the gardens of Kyoto that are not easily accessible or are totally closed to the public.Mizuno was born in Kyoto and has spent most of his life in this old capital, established in the eighth century. Kyoto is not susceptible to shortterm fashions, and this rigidness can be seen in the way it has kept the tradition of garden art alive over the centuries in public and private spaces. Thanks to his familiarity with the city, Mizuno has been able to penetrate its hidden corners and capture the beauty of unknown gardens with his cameras.The Hidden Gardens of Kyoto displays more than fifty gardens, from private dwellings to the Imperial Palaces and Villas, temples, tea schools and shrines. The elements and structure of each garden are explained by Masaaki Ono, who studied under the greatest twentiethcentury garden designer, Mirei Shigemori. Plans drawn by Ono also accompany some of the garden descriptions.Some Japanese gardens are planned so as to be seen from one vantage point, but many are designed for viewing from multiple angles. In his previous book, Mizuno only showed us one aspect per garden, but this time we are given various views as we explore the stroll gardens or look down from the verandas of the buildings surrounding enclosed gardens. This threedimensional approach will help both professional and amateur garden designers and landscape architects to understand the structure as well as the diverse vegetation used in one garden.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Hidden Gardens of Kyoto'? A: The book showcases over fifty unique Japanese gardens in Kyoto that are not easily accessible to the public, highlighting their beauty and intricate designs.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Masaaki Ono, who has studied under renowned garden designer Mirei Shigemori.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Hidden Gardens of Kyoto' contain? A: The book contains 128 pages filled with beautiful photography and detailed descriptions of the gardens.
- Q: When was 'The Hidden Gardens of Kyoto' published? A: The book was published on August 9, 2004.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from the garden descriptions? A: Readers can learn about the elements and structures of each garden, as well as insights from Masaaki Ono and accompanying garden plans.
- Q: Is this book suitable for amateur gardeners? A: Yes, the book's three-dimensional approach to garden design is beneficial for both professional and amateur garden designers.
- Q: Are the gardens featured in the book open to the public? A: Most of the gardens are not easily accessible or are completely closed to the public, making this book a rare glimpse into hidden spaces.
- Q: What makes the photography in this book special? A: The photography captures various angles and aspects of the gardens, allowing readers to appreciate their design from multiple viewpoints.
- Q: Is there any information on garden care or maintenance in the book? A: The book focuses primarily on the aesthetics and design of the gardens rather than specific care or maintenance information.