Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art that focuses on the arrangement of spaces to improve energy and harmony in the environment.
However, many Feng Shui techniques have also been developed in Japan over the centuries.
Some of the most popular and effective are the following:
- Ba-gua
The Ba-gua is a fundamental Feng Shui tool used to map the energy of a room or space. It is used to determine areas of life that may be blocked or need attention. It is divided into nine sections, each representing a different aspect of life, such as wealth, health, family, and creativity. By using the Ba-gua in interior design, spaces can be harmonized to enhance energy and encourage prosperity and happiness.
- shimenawa
The Shimenawa is a sacred ornament used in Shinto, the indigenous religion of Japan. It is used to protect homes from negative energy and evil spirits, being placed at the entrance of a house or room to separate the sacred space from the profane and maintain positive energy within the home.
- Tokonoma
It is a space considered sacred that is used in Japanese houses to display art objects or flowers, and that balances the energy of the house and encourages creativity and beauty.
- Fusuma
Fusuma are sliding panels used in Japanese architecture to divide spaces. Its purpose is to control energy and create a sense of privacy in a room. They are also used to separate work and rest areas, and to balance energy and light in a space.
- japanese gardens
Japanese gardens are known for their beauty and harmony. These are characterized by their use of water, rocks, plants, and sand to create a calm and relaxing environment, and are often used as places for meditation and contemplation.
