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Japanese Gardens in a Weekend
Japanese Gardens in a Weekend
Price $14.95
SALE $11.36

Projects for 1, 2 or 3 Weekend
Now in paperback
by Robert Ketchell
This popular book covers a wonderful range of projects and techniques. A very worthy addition to your Japanese gardening collection at a remarkable price. 160 pages, 8 1/2" x 10 3/4" 200 color photos & illustrations.
The Art of Setting Stones
The Art of Setting Stones
Price $16.95
SALE $11.87

by Marc Peter Keane

Marc Keane is a recognized expert on Japanese gardening and he has a lot to say about setting stones and related topics in this now classic book. Though there are some useful, artistic b&w prints, it's the quality of the written information that sets this book apart.

Softcover. 158 pages.
6" x 8 1/2"
Serene Gardens
Serene Gardens
Price $17.95
Sale Price: $12.57
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Creating Japanese Design & Detail in the Western Garden
by Yoko Kawaguichi

This popular classic is finally back in an affordable softcover version. Reveals how the Japanese approach to design and detail can be adapted to create peaceful, contemplative gardens. A finely illustrated how-to book with numerous helpful and inspirational color photos. Information on trees and shrubs, grasses and bamboo, waterfalls, bridges, ponds, paths, fences and more.

Softcover. 144 pages 9" x 10 1/4"
Cherry Blossoms of Kyoto
Cherry Blossoms of Kyoto
Price $18.00
SALE $12.60

Cherry blossoms have long been an almost sacred symbol of beauty, impermanence and renewal in Japan. Now you can enjoy their dazzling displays without buying a ticket to Japan.
Gardens of Gravel & Sand
Gardens of Gravel & Sand
Price $19.95
SALE $13.96 Temp Out Of Stock

By Leonard Koren

This book is the classic on Japanese style gravel and sand gardens. Combines mystically artistic b&w photos with sophisticated, informed writing. It will enhance, even revolutionize you view of traditional dry gardens.

Softcover. 96 pages.
6" x 9 1/2
Bamboo Fences
Bamboo Fences
Price $19.95
SALE $13.97

by Isao Yoshikawa
Most Japanese gardens need them. This is the definitive book.
The Japanese Art of Stone Appreciation
The Japanese Art of Stone Appreciation
Price $19.95
SALE $13.97

This popular classic by Yugi Yoshimura, a Japanese American bonsai pioneer, is back in print. The emphasis is on Suiseki (Viewing stones), but there's plenty on bonsai as well.
Infinite Spaces
Infinite Spaces
Price $24.95
SALE $17.47

by Joe Earle

Let your eyes feast on the lush tranquility of some of Japan's greatest gardens. This is the very best gallery of japanese garden photos for the price. Numerous shots of wonderful gardens we have not seen in other books. Includes instructive if quaint passages from the 11th century poet Tachibana no Toshitsuna, who laid out the principles that shaped the design og the gardens pictured.

126 pages, 88 color photos, 9 1/2" x 9 1/2". Hardcover
Japanese Stone Gardens
Japanese Stone Gardens
Price $24.95
SALE $17.47

Origins, Meaning, Form

by Stephen Mansfield

Provides a comprehensive introduction to the powerful mystique and dynamism of the Japanese stone garden.
Hardcover, 160 pages, 150 color photos
Japanese Touch for Your Garden, How to Japanese gardening book, Garden design and building
Japanese Touch for Your Garden by Koji Yagi
Price $25.00
Sale Price: $17.50
You save $7.50!

How to Japanese gardening book. This classic book is one of the very best for designing and creating your own Japanese style garden.