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Karesansui (dry landscape) gardens use stones to represent mountains and gravel to simulate water, creating serene, Zen-inspired spaces without the need for actual mountains or flowing water. This article provides a comprehensive guide covering the selection of landscape stones, stone placement and layout, gravel installation, and the practical technique of raking patterns. It also outlines common design pitfalls and illustrates the concepts with two real-world case studies: a private residence and a guesthouse.