The Serene Courtyard Beside Nanzen-ji

The summer insects still flutter and sing in the air While the first hint of red maple has quietly bloomed Beside Nanzen-ji This Japanese-style garden sits quietly Displaying its unique beauty without contention or rush Perhaps because it is by appointment only Visitors are scarce Every corner here Behind every door Hides exquisitely beautiful scenery Under the blazing sun Greenery and ponds shimmer with a golden halo Small hills gently mottle with the sunlight Sitting inside the teahouse Gazing at the beauty of this garden The heart's lake remains undisturbed Truly feeling a sense of tranquility and peace Recording this touch of autumn Every moment on the journey is worth cherishing