Friday, June 9, 2023

MFA Boston Japanese Garden

If you are in Boston and in need of a little serenity and beauty, the Japanese Garden at the Museum of Fine Arts is a perfect spot to rest for a bit, away from the busy world. I can imagine a half hour of reflection and relaxation, sitting on a bench while eating lunch in the peaceful garden.


Kabukimon style entrance gate at Japanese Garden

pretty entrance to the Japanese Garden at MFA Boston


As you enter through the kabukimon-style gate, take a deep breath and let your worries drift away for a while. Enjoy the karesansui garden, the beautiful plants that bring color to the landscape, the dry waterfall, and the stone lanterns (toro) found on the Japanese Garden grounds.

Peaceful and relaxing Japanese Garden in Boston

Rock karesansui garden landscape

Another name for the MFA Japanese Garden, Tenshin-en is "Garden of the Heart of Heaven". As you walk or sit in the contemplative garden, you will feel how apt the alternate name is. 


Small pink hanging Japanese Flowers

Stone Lantern Toro in foliage

To learn more about this beautifully peaceful garden, visit the MFA Boston site by clicking this link 

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