Atmospheric shots of misty valleys begin this stylised look at the natural beauties of the Japanese countryside and traditional gardens. Shows use of water and stone ornaments in formal gardens. Oriental music provides a complimentary background. No commentary.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
005659
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Gardens, Japanese
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Japan - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Japan - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Rites and ceremonies - Japan
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Gardens
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Gardens - Design
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Gardens, Japanese
Documentary → Documentary films - Japan
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Japan - Rural conditions
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Rites and ceremonies - Japan
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)