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砂紋

raked pattern


A pattern drawn with the rakelike tool on the surface of sand spread over a garden, and especially a dry landscape garden. There are several patterns such as swirls, swells and waves. It is also called hōkime (broom pattern).


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