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Fabyan Japanese Garden


category : Gardens
Designed in 1914 by Japanese landscape architect, Taro Otuska, the main concept of Japanese gardening is more than material elements, it is the belief that man is part of nature and human elements are depicted in water, stones and design.


Hours: Call for hours.
Address: Rt. 31
Phone: 630-232-2631

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