7 of the best trees for a Japanese garden Selecting trees for a Japanese garden, isn't necessarily about choosing species from a specific region. Although, that will help to create the aesthetic.

Circle of Life It's pretty interesting that trees affected by nuclear radiation grow in funky patterns and are still affected by material in the soil near Fukushima.

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Although budget trees can be found for around $20-$50, many have a much higher price tag — a well-known white pine was offered for ¥100 million, or $670,000 at current exchange rates, in 2011.

Japan is giving the U.S. 250 new cherry trees to help replace the hundreds that are being ripped out this summer as construction crews work to repair the seawall around the capital's Tidal Basin.