There are two types of symbolic islands in the pond of the Japanese garden: those completely isolated and without any constructions, are symbolizing Horaijima, a mythical island accessible only to immortals. The other type is represented by islands reachable by bridges, like the one in today’s photo, taken inside the Okayama Koraku-en Garden. Called Nakajima, they often feature a pavilion or even a chashitsu tea house.
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Yesterday’s Japan Photo:Hikone, the castle saved by the Emperor |
