Japanese Garden Essentials: (Tōrō) 3 Iconic Stone Lantern Styles to Use

Описание: Step into the timeless beauty of traditional Japanese gardens and discover one of their most iconic design elements: stone lanterns (tōrō).
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In this video, we break down the 3 classic Japanese stone lantern styles you’ll see in authentic garden landscapes—explaining their history, signature shapes, symbolism, and traditional placement so you can recognize them instantly and understand why they’re used.

You’ll learn the key differences between:

Kasuga-dōrō (pedestal shrine lantern) — formal, elegant, and often used to mark sacred-style pathways

Oribe-dōrō (tea garden lantern) — grounded, wabi-sabi, and designed for intimate roji settings

Yukimi-dōrō (snow-viewing lantern) — low, wide-roofed, and commonly placed near ponds for reflection scenes

Whether you’re studying Japanese garden design, planning a Japanese-style landscape, or simply love serene garden aesthetics, this guide will help you spot these lanterns in real gardens and understand what they “do” visually—creating mood, guiding movement, and shaping the experience of the space.

✨ Watch to the end for a calming visual journey through lantern-lit garden scenes and classic placements.

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