The Meditation Garden: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
Rock gardens are used for meditation, while the high wall blocks the distractions of life outside the temple.
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Pagoda And Bridge: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
The five tiers of the Pagoda represent the elements. From bottom up, they symbolise earth, water, fire, wind and sky. Address:
The Gateway: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
The Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden opened for the Canadian Centennial celebration in 1967, as a monument to Japanese and Canadian friendship. Address:
Azymaya Resting Place: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
A quiet place to rest, and reflect on life's journey, as symbolised by the winding paths through the garden. Address:
The Friendship Bell Arch: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
Specially designed using the keystone arch principle, the arch housing the bell will collapse if the bell is removed. Address:
The River: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
The river of the Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens flows comes from neighbouring Henderson Lake. Address:
The Friendship Bell: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
Cast in Japan as a tribute those who built the garden, the Friendship Bell can be heard from up to 5km (3 mi) away. Address:
The Pavilion And Pagoda: Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Photo fromRichard Jack
The design of the Pavilion was inspired by sixteenth Century architecture reflecting a traditional Japanese cultural centre. Address:
