Iwakura (岩倉) in Japanese translates to "sacred stone". With its origins in Japan's native Shinto beliefs, iwakura were said to be important stones inhabited by deities, and were adorned with a special rope called a shimenawa. This ancient reverence for stone can still be found at the very heart of the Japanese garden today. Not all stones in a garden are iwakura, but collectively they are a sacred and essential element in the garden.  A Japanese garden may or may not contain various elements like water, moss, or ornaments, but it will always contain stone. 

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Iwakura Japanese Gardens specializes in creating sacred spaces, gardens that evoke a sense of timelessness and tranquility. From small and intimate moss gardens to larger installations of boulders, trees, and even water features, a Japanese-style garden can be the perfect addition to a residential landscape, public green space, or business setting.