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Tate Itabei Bonsai-dana - Japanese Style Fence When it comes to the Japanese garden, fences are so much more than a way to isolate the grounds and providing security. Fences, Itabei (板塀) in Japanese, function as the backdrop of the garden. An important element that can really add a lot of atmosphere. Many elements of the Japanese garden symbolize phenomena found in nature. For example, rocks symbolizing mountains or plants representing far away green hills. The backdrop can either add to these images, or lower their effect if they do not fit well together. The hand-made fences by Yokoso Japanese Gardens ensure a fitting and highly authentic backdrop for every Japanese garden.

The Yoko Itabei Bonsai-dana 01 is a hand-built fence part based on traditional Japanese design and made of the very durable Western Red Cedar. The basic size is 180x180x60 cm. The Japanese garden screens can be built as desired and can be equipped with copper or black protective caps. The fence parts include the posts and are easy to connect.

These fences are specially designed with Bonsai-dana (盆栽棚), which are platforms to display your Bonsai on. The platforms are adjustable in height and can be ordered in any quantity. This can be specified during your application.

The fence parts are mounted between the posts. The posts are mounted on adjustable Pitzl post supports. Granite foundation feet are mounted between the posts to prevent the build-up of moisture. This fence requires a concrete foundation. Prices are excluding foundation. Foundation advice and implementation on request.

Please be aware that the Bonsai-dana has to be secured at the back of the fence and protrudes about 1 centimeter at the backside. Please discuss the possibilities of this with your neighbors if applicable.

Estimated Pricing (Base model) Hand crafted Japanese fence Itabei Bonsai-dana as pictured. Prices, in euros, including VAT, refering to placement within the Netherlands. Placement outside the Netherlands based on quotation and subsequent calculation. Other design, versions and customization on request.

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Custom-made fences for your Japanese garden The standard dimensions per fence of the Yoko Itabei Bonsai-Dana are 180 cm in height, 180 cm in width and 60 cm in depth (180x180x60). Please keep in mind that these dimensions are adjustable to a high degree. We understand that every garden is different, each having its own shape and size. That is why all the wooden constructions by Yokoso Japanese Gardens are modular. Even the finest details can be altered to best fit the wishes of our customer.

All the traditional Japanese garden fences can perfectly be combined with the Hōgei Niwamon Japanese garden gate. This way the garden is secure all around with both an authentic entrance way and a beautiful backdrop to the other elements.

The two phases of the construction process The first phase of the construction process of the Yoko Itabei Bonsai-Dana, Japanese Garden Fences, takes us to the Yokoso Workshop. Here, all the separate parts are created by hand, after which the full construction is built. We always do this to make sure that everything is fully realized and meets all our quality standards. When all is perfect, the fences will be deconstructed again, after which the separate parts are prepared for transport to the garden.

The second phase of the construction process brings us to the garden of our client. The installation spot is prepared beforehand, which includes the proper foundation, to ensure a smooth execution. The fences are then built in the same way as previously done in the Yokoso Workshop under the keen eye of our client.

The most suitable foundation The proper foundation is an intricate part of all the wooden constructions by Yokoso Japanese Gardens. To guarantee the great longevity of the woodwork, being secured to the ground in the best way possible is crucial. The type of foundation is highly dependent on various factors such as the available space and the type of ground. Based on all the factors the most suitable type of foundation will be decided upon, while keeping the wishes of our client in mind at all times. The different foundation types include ring foundation and full concrete foundation.

The wonderful essence of cedar All the wooden constructions by Yokoso Japanese Gardens are primarily made using Western Red Cedar, a valuable and durable wood type. New Western Red Cedar has a very lively yet authentic appearance. Over the years the wood will develop a beautiful silver-grey color with unmatched aesthetic value. This all means that the Japanese garden fences will age very gracefully, evolving to even more beautiful examples of traditional architecture as the years go by. You can really see the fences become an indispensable aspect of the garden, intertwining with and being complimentary to the rest of the elements.