The Asia portion of the "In Search of Paradise" exhibit shows how Eastern philosophies gave rise to remarkable gardens including Japanese-style stroll gardens, contemplative gardens and Chinese gardens.

Immerse yourself in the aesthetic of Asian garden design.


Gardens Pictured in Exhibit:
Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto, Japan, 14th Century
Katsura Rikyu, Kyoto, Japan, 17th Century
Saiho-ji, Kyoto, Japan, 1339
Ryoan-ji, Kyoto, Japan, 15th Century
Tenry-ji, Kyoto, Japan, 1341-1345
Daisen-in, Kyoto, Japan, 1464-1548
Ritsurin Park, Shikoku, Japan, 1670s-1744
Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking, China, 18th Century
Lan Su Yuan, Portland, Oregon, 2000
Liu Yuan Suzhou, China, 16th Century