はこにわ

hakoniwa
Common noun

Translations

1. miniature garden
2. miniature landscape

Notes

箱庭 (hakoniwa) refers to a small, often intricately detailed garden or landscape, typically used for decorative or contemplative purposes. It is a traditional Japanese art form that can be found in various settings, including homes and temples.

Examples

彼ははこにわを作るのが趣味です。

Kare wa hakoniwa o tsukuru no ga shumi desu.

His hobby is making miniature gardens.

このはこにわはとても精巧に作られています。

Kono hakoniwa wa totemo seikou ni tsukurareteimasu.

This miniature garden is crafted very intricately.

はこにわを見ていると心が落ち着きます。

Hakoniwa o mite iru to kokoro ga ochitsukimasu.

Looking at a miniature garden calms the mind.