{"product_id":"japans-master-gardens-lessons-in-space-and-environment-paperback","title":"Japan's Master Gardens: Lessons in Space and Environment - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eStephen Mansfield\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore twenty-five of Japan's most beautiful gardens and discover the artistry, symbolism and design principles behind these extraordinary landscapes.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom intimate courtyard gardens to sweeping stroll gardens, \u003ci\u003eJapan's Master Gardens\u003c\/i\u003e showcases twenty-five exceptional landscapes that demonstrate the remarkable diversity and enduring beauty of Japanese garden design. Richly illustrated with stunning photography, this inspiring volume reveals how centuries of tradition continue to influence contemporary landscape architecture and garden design. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJapanese gardens are works of art, places of contemplation, and carefully composed expressions of nature. Gardening expert Stephen Mansfield explores the history, symbolism, design principles and cultural philosophy that shape these remarkable spaces, explaining how elements such as stone, water, plants and empty space work together to create harmony and meaning. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBuilding on the success of his acclaimed \u003ci\u003eJapanese Stone Gardens\u003c\/i\u003e, Mansfield guides readers through some of Japan's finest gardens while revealing the craftsmanship, metaphor and aesthetic ideals that make them enduring masterpieces. Whether you're a gardener, designer, traveler or admirer of Japanese art and culture, \u003ci\u003eJapan's Master Gardens\u003c\/i\u003e is an inspiring celebration of one of the world's greatest landscape traditions.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStephen Mansfield\u003c\/b\u003e, an author and freelance photojournalist based in Japan, has contributed to over 60 magazines, newspapers and journals worldwide. His books include \u003ci\u003eJapanese Stone Gardens: Origins, Meaning, Form\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTokyo: A Cultural and Literary History\u003c\/i\u003e. A specialist in the field, he has visited over two hundred gardens in Japan, written extensively on the topic and designed a Japanese garden of his own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 148\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 7.5 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 22, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46532688543788,"sku":"9780804860710","price":37.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/6260\/8940\/files\/AuQm0rlAbq9780804860710.webp?v=1793357426","url":"https:\/\/littleredgeneralstore.com\/products\/japans-master-gardens-lessons-in-space-and-environment-paperback","provider":"Little Red General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}