# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Art of Karesansui: Design Your Japanese Rock Garden 枯山水 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Find your inner calm at our hands-on miniature Japanese Rock Garden workshop during a day to explore Japanese arts, culture, and history.About this EventDiscover the beauty and depth of Karesansui (枯山水), the traditional Japanese dry landscape garden, also known as a Japanese rock garden, in a hands-on workshop led by a master gardener.Learn the specialized knowledge, principles, and techniques that have shaped Japanese rock gardens, then put what you learn into practice as you create your own miniature Karesansui garden under direct expert guidance.What to ExpectMaster Guidance: Discover the design principles, aesthetics, and symbolic stone arrangements behind traditional dry landscape gardens.Ripple Pattern Artistry: Learn the technique of raking Samon (砂紋)—the symbolic water ripple patterns in the sand—and practice creating your own designs.Hands-On Creation: Assemble, arrange, and take home your personalized mini garden.Everything Included: Registration includes everything you need to create your garden, including a plastic container, sand, stones, and a 4-piece rake set. You’ll take home your completed garden, along with any remaining materials, so you can keep enjoying and tending it at home. Bring Zen Home: Your mini garden is more than a keepsake—place it on your desk or favourite corner at home, and return to the sand whenever you need a peaceful moment.Take this opportunity to learn directly from an expert, explore the deeper meaning and techniques of Karesansui, and create a miniature Japanese rock garden to enjoy in your own space. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/bdb0a640-bb29-11f1-9913-21574437e213-rimg-w909-h740-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bde4fcb0-bb29-11f1-9913-21574437e213-rimg-w1200-h436-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg About the Season of Japan EventThis workshop is part of the Season of Japan event, a full day of Japanese arts, culture, and history at the Nikkei Centre. Before or after your session, explore bonsai and ikebana displays, sign up to watch the free film screening of KOKUHO, visit museum exhibitions, and stop by food vendors and the museum shop throughout the day. Visit our website for full event information: https://centre.nikkeiplace.org/events/season-of-japan/ - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burnaby/the-art-of-karesansui-design-your-japanese-rock-garden-枯山水/100002001097513531 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Workshops, Entertainment, Exhibitions - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 56.81, max: 56.81, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Burnaby - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre - **lat**: 49.2175751 - **long**: -122.96443299999999 - **full address**: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Art of Karesansui: Design Your Japanese Rock Garden 枯山水 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/8d1ad3451cc12742f6dcbdbdb8e78b39572d984dd0751600b8f861e9ce79bcd3-rimg-w1200-h600-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1789965066 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Art of Karesansui: Design Your Japanese Rock Garden 枯山水 being held? - **A:** The Art of Karesansui: Design Your Japanese Rock Garden 枯山水 takes place on Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Art of Karesansui: Design Your Japanese Rock Garden 枯山水? - **A:** The Art of Karesansui: Design Your Japanese Rock Garden 枯山水 is organized by Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Art of Karesansui: Design Your Japanese Rock Garden 枯山水 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Burnaby, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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