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kaki

fence; hedge


A barrier surrounding or dividing a residence or a garden. In Japanese gardens, hedges (ikegaki) and fences made of bamboo or wood are generally used. A variety of fences were developed during the Edo period.


Japanese Garden Dictionary: A Glossary for Japanese Gardens and Their History
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