December 4, 2019
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On my visit this year, many people were crossing Togetsukyo. A brochure is offered in English at the gate. On the cover, Rikugien Gardens is described as a “Special Place of Scenic Beauty” and “Graceful daimyo garden filled with refined … Continue reading →
February 5, 2011
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Not sure what is under these.
February 7, 2007
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Though it doesn’t snow much in Tokyo, these pine trees are draped in rope to prevent the limbs from breaking. I don’t know what stands beside them, but those three plants are completely wrapped in straw. Click to enlarge … Continue reading →
October 20, 2006
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Young trees need support. Especially on the streets of Tokyo. Here are two types of supports. I have often seen bamboo and wooden supports. Straw is usually used to cushion the tree against the wood and twine. This is the … Continue reading →
May 10, 2006
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I sometimes see straw on trees in the winter. A gardener told us a long time ago that bugs crawl up under the straw to keep warm in the winter. Or maybe they lay their eggs there. In the spring, … Continue reading →