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the textures of Japan
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through the textures of Japan
Japan is a pallet of visual texture from red tori gates to a meticulously raked zen garden and delicate molded japanese candy. From architecture to the presentation of food, the japanese approach to design has historically been linear and asymmetrical, with texture and elements deeply emphasized creating a visual display of depth and variety.
Scores of tori gates (shinto shrine archway gates) dramatically compel the
eyes and spirit to travel through them.
The rocks of the zen stone garden emulate islands in a sea of gravel, as the
sand is laid out in a ripple like wave effect.
Walls, fences, gates and glazed ceramic japanese roof tiles create a visual landscape of texture and architecture.
Japanese
rooms are a composition of line, texture and the play of light. The effect of light and
shadows allude to the space beyond.
Japanese candies in a pallet of colors and a variety
of shapes are beautifully displayed.
The japanese
presentation of meals is foremost visual and highly thoughtful. Japanese dishes are chosen
to highlight, enhance and harmonize the presentation of food. Food is chosen for its
color, texture and season and artistically arranged to create a visual display of edible
cuisine.
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