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Oizumi Ryokuchi Park, Osaka, Japan

The Sensory Garden was developed as a renovation of the "Garden for the Blind" in Oizumi Ryokuchi Park, Osaka, Japan. When the original garden opened in 1974 it was in a distant corner of the park and was quite segregated from sighted visitors.

photograph of the garden, showing bench surrounded by water

The Sensory Garden evolved from concepts of integration and universal design. This new garden, established in a more central location within the park, invites visitors of all ages and abilities to enjoy its displays. As many as 500 people with a range of abilities were consulted on the features to be included in the park.

Designed by Yoshisuke Miyake.

What makes it so good?

  • People can touch the plants, sculptures, water, and other tactile things.
  • Wayfinding is both functional and funky.
  • The benches surrounded by water are wheelchair accessible.
  • It was thoroughly user tested before implementation.
  • It looks amazing!

For more information, visit the the Center for Universal Design web site at: http://www.design.ncsu.edu/cud/nightsky/sensory/index.html

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