Bushido

At the foot of the lamppost it’s dark.  Although we see the things around us, sometimes we don’t see that which is closest to us.  In fact, probably hardest is to see ourselves.  This is also a good reminder to all of us that one of the keys to effectively crossing cultures is reflecting on oneself and one’s own culture. - Todai moto kurashi

Only when you constantly live as though already a corpse (jōjū shinimi) will you be able to find freedom in the martial Way, and fulfill your duties without fault throughout your life. - Yamamoto Tsunetomo

The architect who combines in his being the powers of vision, of imagination, of intellect, of sympathy with human need and the power to interpret them in a language vernacular and time… is he who shall create poems in stone. - Louis Sullivan

Stones were set at the Manantiales property in 2012 to Begin with the End in Mind:

Japanese rock gardens go back hundreds of years. Their existence was first documented during the rise of Zen Buddhasism around the 12th century, but historians believe it might even date as far back as the 8th century. This was during the Heian period when great change was happening among the Japanese people. The philosophy of Zen Buddhism, which was introduced to Japan by China, gained popularity among warlords and samurai’s. Historians believe they enjoyed the gardens because of their focus on self-discipline and control.

Though Japanese rock gardens are mainly associated with Zen Buddhism, the Japanese Religion of Shinto also contributes to their importance. Shinto is an ancient Japanese religion that predates the historical records of the islands. The religion believes spirits and gods live in nature and dwell in rocky areas or large boulders. This is, in part, the inspiration for Japanese rock gardens, but Japanese culture and Zen Buddhism keep the tradition alive.

When people refer to the similarities between Zen Buddhism and Japanese rock gardens, they often compare it to the koan. A koan is a Zen riddle meant to inspire enlighted thinking. People who discuss these differences believe both Zen Buddhism and Japanese rock gardens must be contemplated and observed to locate enlightened thought.

Many people in Japan meditate in Japanese rock gardens that were created centuries ago. In fact, the world's oldest garden planning manual, which is called Sakuteiki, was published in the 1000s as a way of helping rock garden practitioners. Sakuteiki taught designers how to place their stones, how to select the perfect rock, and how to create intricately raked patterns. [1]

Our barefoot garden with soft imported sand [netted] & powerful stones is a place of rest and reflection. We Aim to provide a welcome atmosphere for families, travelers and locals to the community.

Design / Build of the Lifeguard Style Towers intended to embrace Japanese Methodologies.

Philosophy of our Teams are Human Action, Humility & Gratitude. Services to our customers providing world class services in an atmosphere line none other.

Keiretsu organizational structure [Vertical] with groups working in Synergy:

- Baja California Sur - Asian Fusion / Feral Baja Kali cuisine.

- T H E / E D G E - ‘A Local’s Cafe’ ocean view Eiffel / Lifeguard Towers [Season 1]

- War of the Triple Alliance Coffee / Juice Alkaline [yin / yang] morning services.

- Rōnin Jardin - Japanese Gardens > Local Granite Stones set - French Table settings offer ocean view tower seating with order out of chaos garden below.

Site & Project > > > Under C O N S T R U C T I O N

Future business model is a Royalty Company with Real Estate Design aspirations. Expansion into a possible surfer micro brew would be a subsidiary with ideas to open in another less seasonal town.

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C + H

And so the days of the Samurai had ended. Nations, like men, it is sometimes said, have their own destiny. As for the American Captain, no one knows what became of him. Some say that he died of his wounds. Others, that he returned to his own country. But I like to think he may have at last found some small measure of peace, that we all seek, and few of us ever find. - Simon Graham [The Last Samurai]

[1] Architectural Study dot come - Japanese Rock Garden History: Tools & Significance