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Published: 2011-07-26 19:10:17 +0000 UTC; Views: 5268; Favourites: 208; Downloads: 0
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Bridge and the TeahouseJapanese Garden designed by Koichi Kawana.
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I love your Japanese Photos.
I cannot wait to see more!
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I will keep them coming!
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Β The Bridge and the Teahouse. When I downloaded the Japanese garden photoshoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out.Β Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree.Β The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity.Β Here is a photograph of me in front of the teahouse, so you know it's real !Β fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.netβ¦
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Yep. It looks so "real" that it almost doesn't feel real. It's a paradox.
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That's the effect a good Japanese garden should have.
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You're right on this.
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Thanks. I try to do my research
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I'm happy you feel it's very pretty. It is!Β Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree.Β The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity.Β Here is a photograph of me in front of the teahouse, so you know it's real !Β fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.netβ¦
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mmhm I understand sometimes people don't look properly
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Β Bridge to Teahouse. It is nice, very much so! Japan started making wooden arch bridges many years ago to beautify and maintain Koi ponds and water gardens.Β They are meant to be conducive for meditation and rejuvenation. Their beauty is in their controlled simplicity.Β
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Ponds go lovely withΒ gardens.
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fantastic can barely scratch the surface on describing how beautiful and serene, and real this feels. it's amazing
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The Bridge and the Teahouse. I'm happy you feel it's amazing. When I downloaded the Japanese garden photoshoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity. [link]
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i gotta ask this, though, just simple curiosity, were there any koi fish in the pond?
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I do not recall seeing koi. That was a good question.
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ah, i see ^_^ i love koi fish, they're very beautiful and elegant, very fun to draw too! i have one more question, if that's okay, i've always wondered, how are the homes build like this one inside during the winter? they're made basically out of wood so does the heat stay in? i can't shake that question, sorry if it's too unrelated, i've just always wondered about it xD curiosity gets the best of me sometimes xD
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[link] Kotatsu
The idea behind kotatsu is both simple and brilliant: itβs a low table with a blanket around the edges and a heater strapped beneath it.The blanket keeps all the heat trapped underneath the table to warm up cold legs.
[link] Space Heaters EVERYWHERE
Since many Japanese households donβt have central heating because of the cost, lots of people rely on smaller space heaters to heat rooms individually. Some households practically have a space heater for every room in the house, but most have at least one for the main living area.
[link] Haramaki
Haramaki originally referred to the armor a samurai would wear around his waist, but thatβs so16th century. Nowadays, haramaki refers to something a little bit different. Today, a haramaki is a knit cloth garment that you wrap around your stomach to keep your core warm.
Hot Water Bottles
Back in the day, obaasan and ojiisan used to have to cultivate trees, cut them down, turn them into charcoal, heat water, pour it into a giant metal hot water bottle, and scald their feet while they slept in order to keep warm. Okay, not really, but hot water bottles have been around for a while, and they used to be a bit more of a hassle.
Nowadays though, hot water bottles are a great way to keep toasty while you sleep. Theyβre much smaller, cuter, and more manageable than the clunky metal hot water bottles from back in the day. People even accessorize their hot water bottles with covers and the like.
You asked a wonderful question. I always answer any question personal and technical. Thank you
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i knew about kotatsu and heard about haramaki but had no idea that they're still using haramaki, or that space heaters are so widely used. so wonderful to know, thank you for sharing! i love the idea of kotatsu tables ^^
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However, in the large cities, central heating is more prevalent. I'm glad I could be of help.
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Georgeous shot. I love the rich bold colors...especially in the dark stormy sky. Excellent capture. Thanks for sharing.
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The Bridge and the Teahouse. When I downloaded the Japanese garden photoshoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity. [link]
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When I downloaded the Japanese garden photo shoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of their busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity.
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so pretty *o*
I want to go to Japan one day to see all of this *-*
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The Bridge and the Teahouse. When I downloaded the Japanese garden photo shoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity. I wish you good fortune so you can go to Japan [link]
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Man, this is beautiful too !
It almost looks unreal ! The perfection of place, oh my god...!
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The Bridge and the Teahouse. When I downloaded the Japanese garden photoshoot onto my computer, I too was stunned at how perfecy this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of their busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity. [link]
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You're welcome !!
Yes, it looks like it was made with those 3D softwares.
Thanks for answer Andy, see ya !
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The lighting looks very nice here. Such a pretty sky! The landscape is simply stunning
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I was shocked by how beautiful it came out.
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This makes me mournful for my Aunt's house, and at the same time makes me happy because of the memories it reminds me of. I think it's a fantastic photo.
But then again, that's just my flawed opinion c:
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I lost my aunt last year and will no longer visit her house because it is so far away. So, I understand how you feel. I'm glad you like the photo.
Your opinion is not flawed. After all, who is to say who has a "valid" opinion on these kinds of things?
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oh wow really amazing shot 
this is really perfect shot!
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The Bridge and the Teahouse. You're the first person to notice the contrast between the stormy sky and the calm house. You have great observation skills. When I downloaded the Japanese garden photoshoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity. [link]
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The Bridge and the Teahouse. When I downloaded the Japanese garden photoshoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity. [link]
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Shirley, when I downloaded the Japanese garden photoshoot onto my computer, I was stunned at how this one came out. Some people said it looks unreal and I have to agree. The tranquility makes the viewers step outside of thier busy comfort zone and transports them to their soul's center of serenity. I'm happy you feel it's perfect.
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I'm very complimented you like this.
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Wow! It looks so unreal, but at the same time tranquil.
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I knew people would say it looks unreal, but that's the way it came out. Only the sky is enhanced. Everything below it is completely untouched. I'm glad it makes you feel tranquil.
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I love when you photograph these traditional buildings!
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