Digital Diary
Expansion Update
Work continues on our planned expansion. When completed, the additional area will double the size of the garden from 1600 square feet to more than 3200 square feet. Below are pictures showing that the rear fence has been removed, which puts the tea house in an entirely new perspective. Rocks have been added underneath the pergola, and bamboo plants are being relocated. One picture is of a sign acknowledging the generous gift from COJWE (Commemorative Organization for the Japan World Exposition) which made this expansion possible.
Major Expansion Underway!
Yakumo Nihon Teien has been a work in progress for many years now. Phase 1 was the construction of the basic garden, a beautiful layout that was created by renowned landscape architect Robin Tanner. The original garden featured a “viewing platform” that allowed visitors a vantage point to enjoy and contemplate the garden.
In Phase 2 we added an authentic-looking teahouse which not only adds an air of authenticity to the garden but also has been used for various cultural events, including lectures, performances and even weddings.
Now, thanks to a generous grant from the Commemorative Organization for the Japanese World Exposition (COJWE) we have begun Phase 3; an expansion of the garden that will double it in size.
Work has already begun, and can be followed on our Digital Diary page. We anticipate that the expansion will be finished by the summer of 2010.
To learn more about COJWE and its work visit their website at www.expo70.or.jp.
As 2010 begins work on our expansion is in full force. Here are some pictures from December, 2009, showing the outlines of the fence and the construction of a pergola in the new section.
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Autumn Sunset
These pictures were taken in October, 2009, and show how beautiful the garden is, even after dark.
Most Recent Pics:
More Views of Spring in the Garden: April 2007
Spring 2007:
Prof. Dorrill, Mrs. Kitahama, Mrs. Sakato, Dr. Lastrapes, and Mrs. Funayama visit the garden.
Views from the Work Site: April 2006
Views from the Work Site: July 2005
Views from the Work Site: June 2005
Views from the Work Site: May 2005
Views from the Work Site: January 2005
Views from the Work Site: December 2004
Views from the Work Site: November 2004
Views from the Work Site: October 2004
Views from the Work Site: August 2004
Views from the Work Site: April 2004
How It Looked Before Construction Began:
Groundbreaking: January 2003
Views from the Work Site: April 2003
May 2003
July 2003
August 2003
September 2003
October 2003
November 2003
January 2004
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