The specialist in authentic Japanese garden design
For individuals and businesses
Japanese garden design is more than a style choice; it is a philosophy. Every Japanese garden is thoughtfully constructed around balance, tranquility, and symbolism. With Yokoso, you choose a garden designer who fully masters this art, from traditional Japanese principles to modern 3D visualization techniques.
Do you dream of a meditation spot, a ceremonial tea garden border, or an authentic Japanese garden design as the central eyecatcher of your outdoor space? We translate your vision into a fully developed, 3D-visualized garden plan that does justice to Japanese aesthetics.
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Japanese Garden Design
The process of designing your Japanese garden
You are the Daimyo
In ancient Japan, the Daimyō, the master of the land, was the central figure in creating a garden. Surrounded by the most beautiful castles and enchanting landscapes, the Daimyō determined the atmosphere, the vision, and the intent. The landscape architect was the executor of that dream.
This philosophy forms the basis of our approach. Your wishes are central. Our mission is only complete when the design of your Japanese garden precisely matches who you are and exceeds all expectations.
That is why we take the time to truly get to know you, your living environment, and your wishes. Together, we shape a garden that is not only aesthetically impressive, but also brings peace, balance, and meaning to everyday life. This creates a timeless Japanese garden that feels as though it was always meant to be there.
1Introduction & Briefing
On-site meeting with the designer. We take the time to discuss your wishes and questions and to photograph the space.23D visualization
Start of the design for your unique Japanese garden. Two rounds of revisions are possible for the perfect result.3 Presentation and material selection
Presentation of the garden design in our Yokoso studio. Upon approval, we will proceed to material selection and the preparation of the non-binding quotation.4Landscaping
With the design in hand, our professional landscapers will start on your Japanese garden5Aftercare and maintenance
Once your project is completed to perfection, we always provide appropriate aftercare and specialized maintenance whenever possible.
Our work
Completed Projects
Every Japanese garden design is unique. Each project begins with a conversation and ends with a garden that resonates. Be inspired by a selection of our projects.
The elements in your Japanese garden design
The largest authentic collection outside Japan
To bring the design of your Japanese garden to life, you can choose from a unique collection of authentic garden elements, imported directly from Japan. From stone lanterns and water features to traditional fences, garden gates, and other personalized Japanese woodwork straight from our workshop: every element contributes to a harmonious, meaningful whole.
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After the design
From garden design to reality
A good design forms the basis, but ultimately everything must come together outdoors. Yokoso can also realize the complete design for you, carefully coordinating plants, stones, water, woodwork, and other elements.
Because design and construction are carried out from the same vision, the original character of the garden design is preserved, creating precisely the peace and balance outdoors that was envisioned in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about Japanese garden design
Yokoso is the specialist in designing and realizing authentic Japanese gardens. Our working method is deeply rooted in centuries-old Japanese garden principles, where authenticity and balance are always central. Each design is shaped with respect for these traditions, ensuring the garden not only looks Japanese, but truly feels that way. This is something that will most likely be missing with a designer who is not familiar with Japanese traditions.
In addition, we manufacture all custom woodwork in our own workshop, with an eye for detail and a high standard of craftsmanship. As the culmination of our specialization, we boast the largest collection of authentic Japanese stones and ornaments outside of Japan, allowing us to give every garden a unique and authentic character.
That is certainly possible! Yokoso has a very international focus and our team has worldwide experience. Think of projects throughout the European Union, but also in, for example, the United States, Switzerland, and the Arab world. You can contact us for more information and a tailored quote.
We always try to offer a customized package at a fair price, based on the available space and your preferences. You can contact us without any obligation to discuss the possibilities.
Our design team aims to complete a full 3D design within two to four weeks, depending on the complexity. Once the design is ready, we will jointly schedule an appointment to present the design.
Our 3D garden designs provide a complete picture of what the garden will look like, including all planting: from trees and shrubs to ground cover.
Every space is suitable for an authentic Japanese garden. When thinking of a Japanese garden, many people picture large dry rock gardens or expansive stroll gardens, but small spaces are also exceptionally well-suited for this Japanese art form. A great example is the cozy Tsuboniwa inner gardens of the Kyo-Machiya townhouses in Kyoto.
Yokoso works with a close-knit team of specialized gardeners, including craftsmen from Japan. To ensure that the design is executed down to the smallest detail and completely in accordance with Japanese tradition, we recommend that our team also handle the construction.
There are various types of Japanese gardens, each with its own character and essence, such as tea gardens, dry rock gardens, pond gardens, and bonsai gardens. Through a personal consultation and a mood board, our design team gets a clear picture of your wishes and preferences. Based on this, a design is developed that seamlessly aligns with them.
A careful design for an authentic Japanese garden is characterized by understatement and simplicity. Excess and busyness detract from the experience; balance and tranquility form the very essence. Without sufficient experience, this harmony can easily be lost.
Therefore, elements such as stone, greenery, and water are always applied in the correct proportion and coherence. We strive for a balanced whole and never choose an excessive application of one specific element, because this disrupts the natural harmony of the garden.
It is common for existing elements to be incorporated into a design. Consider, for example, a large tree that is preserved and around which the Japanese landscape is shaped. We have a lot of experience with this. Preserving such elements does not have to detract from the appearance and tranquility of the garden.
The term Zen garden refers to the gardens that can be admired at Zen Buddhist temples. These gardens are also known as dry landscape gardens, or Karesansui (枯山水) in Japanese. They are characterized by the use of gravel with carefully placed stones within it. Trees and plants often play a supporting role here.
These gardens are meant to be admired from a specific point and at a certain distance. This differs from other Japanese gardens, such as pond gardens and tea gardens, in which visitors can actually walk and discover the landscape step by step. These gardens are often equipped with stepping stone paths and a greater variety of ornaments and plantings.
Your Japanese garden design starts at Yokoso
Tell us about your dream, and we will translate it into a design that will stay with you, even before the first stone is laid
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