Review of ‘Borrowed Landscapes: China and Japan in the Historic Homes and Gardens of Britain and Ireland’ by Emile de Bruijn
After graduating from Monash University with a major in Japanese language and culture, my enduring fascination with Japan has led me to numerous personal and professional engagements in Tokyo, Melbourne, and the UK. Two decades ago, upon returning to England, a fresh passion emerged — one that involved exploring historic stately homes. This newfound pursuit […]