Zen Your Space: 8 Tips for a Japanese-Inspired Garden

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Embrace Simplicity

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Rock Arrangements

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Raked Gravel Patterns

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Moss and Greenery

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Focal Point Feature

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Water Features

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Create a Meditative Space

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