Cherry blossoms give way to the vivid greens of early summer.
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Designed by the court painter Kose-no-Kanaoka (巨勢金岡) or possibly the artist Kudara-no-Kawanari (百済河成 782-853), the pond was inspired by Dongting Lake (洞庭湖) in China.
The entire gardens were landscaped to be enjoyed from boats on the pond.
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