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Article: Bonsai! Fla. Japanese gardens tranquilize the lush landscape.(Travel)
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- The Boston Herald
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- February 5, 2004
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Byline: Neala Schwartzberg (SPECIAL TO THE HERALD)
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. - Tucked away in the midst of sand, palm trees and the ever-present strip malls of southern Florida, there's an oasis of Japanese tranquility.
The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens here not only delight visitors with their beauty, but also celebrate the art and culture of Japan.
This year is the 150th anniversary of the beginning of trade relationships between Japan and the United States and a particularly appropriate time to visit.
The gardens have been noted as one of the top 10 public Japanese gardens outside of Japan. The layout reflects the history of ...