Your garden at home too small to zen?
Come build a mini one with us!​

This isn't just another craft workshop—it's a guided journey into the ancient art of Japanese garden design, led by a professional landscaper who creates actual zen gardens for clients. Set in our tranquil nature sanctuary, renowned for beekeeping and lush greenery, you'll be immersed in calm as you build a miniature zen garden to take home.

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During this 1.5-hour meditative session, you'll discover the timeless design principles that make zen gardens so captivating: Austerity, Asymmetry, and the profound symbolism behind every element. Learn why rocks represent mountains, bridges symbolize portals to another realm, and sand becomes an ever-changing canvas for contemplation. All this unfolds in The Sundowner's serene garden setting, where nature itself becomes your teacher.

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We provide everything you need, including a live mini bonsai that becomes the living centerpiece of your creation. The best part? Your garden grows with you. Take it home, tend to it, and discover the joy of raking sand into new patterns whenever you need a moment of zen. Toast your creation with a traditional cup of sake or green tea as you admire your handiwork!​

Highlights of this 1.5h session

• Learn the seven design principles of Japanese Zen Gardens

• Take home your creation in a neat box

• A fun cup of sake / green tea to end off!

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