Karesansui, also known as dry landscape gardening, is a Japanese art form that uses rock, sand, and gravel to represent a natural landscape. An Introduction to Karesansui-style Ryokan (traditional Japanese inns) design would cover the principles and techniques of incorporating this aesthetic into the architecture and layout of a guesthouse. This includes the use of carefully placed stones to represent mountains, and white sand raked into patterns to represent water. The design aims to create a serene and contemplative atmosphere that reflects the natural beauty of Japanese gardens.