How to Make Karesansui

Think about the design

First, calm down and feel as if you were a Zen monk.
Think about the scenery and the landscape which you want to make.

Thought

There is no answer. Imagine the scenery you envision.
Color/
shape

Use the sand and stone to represent mountains, rivers, rocks, static, dynamic and various landscapes. Let's take a closer look at the color and the shape of the material.
Thinking

It doesn't have to be a concrete view. It ca be your view of the world, the space or the universe you envision. There is no correct answer. Let's create a world of thought.

Put the white sand in the tray and level the sand.

Put in

Also, enjoy when you put it in the tray. Try to make it look like a mountain, or try to move it slowly and pour it.
Smooth

You can smooth out with your hands or fingers.
Tapping

You can tap the edge of the tray with your hand.

Stare at the stone, determine the face (front / back) of the stone, and consider where to place it.

View

Look at the stone from various angles. The part to show and the part to hide. You may notice that the stone has various expressions.
Assemble

Let’s put a couple of stones together. It may look like two people confronting each other, or a close family.
Set

When the position is decided, dare to put it so that it sits down firmly. Once you decide, don't hesitate.

Draw the sand pattern that matches the landscape or the view you envisioned.
wave? cloud? snow? space?

Flow

Sand crests represents the flow of water. Hold the rake without force, and move it gently. You may not be able to draw straight or smooth lines, but calm down and try it again and again.
Stillness
and
Movement

The straight sand crest is like a river that flows gently.The steep curve is like the water surface of a storm swelling in the wind.
Concentration

When you are concentrating on drawing sand crests, you will find yourself forgetting various things of your days and your mind is quietly prepared.