Japanese Landsape Gardening 



GATFAVAVS. 



Plate X gives grates and gateways. Every garden is pro- 

 vided with different forms of entrances. Tliese forms vary ac- 

 cording to the size, style, and nature of the garden. The site 

 of a eatewav is alwavs carefullv chosen. 



CzARDEN BRIDGES. 



Plate XI illustrates different kinds of garden bridges. 

 Some of them are made of stone, while others are formed by 

 rock-work, with earth on them. It is not intended to give a 

 quick access over a water course, but rather to add an attrac- 

 tion to a garden. It equally serves to allow a pleasant view of 

 the pond and stream beneath to those who may stroll over it. 



SUMMER HOUSES — ARBORS. 



A large garden is invariably provided with one or more 

 summer houses or arbors, constructed on a hill or other emi- 

 nence. From the summer house usually a charming view can 

 be obtained of the garden. Different types are given in Plate 

 XII. They vary from the simple to a very artistic construc- 

 tion, with floors, doors, and windows. The Japanese denounce 

 geometrical regularity, as it is always thought to vitiate the 

 taste. 



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