EKAM
"Dedicating to All Life"
— guided by this philosophy,
we design landscapes for every need —
creating earthly paradises.
EKAM is a landscape design and construction firm headquartered in Yakushima, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. Guided by the philosophy of "dedicating to all life," we create regenerative landscapes that harmonize with the natural environment. Beyond exterior landscaping, we offer comprehensive interior greenery solutions — from ornamental plantings to balcony and veranda greening — integrated from the earliest planning and design stages. We address the full spectrum of greening needs through our specialized expertise, advanced horticultural techniques, and a commitment to environmental regeneration and coexistence with all living things.
Project Portfolio
By creating garden environments that are comfortable not only for plants and animals but also for the unseen life of the soil — microorganisms and fungi — we craft spaces where every living thing, people included, can thrive together. Through our gardens, we work toward a global environment in which all life can flourish in harmony.
Unique
expertise
Whether you have questions about exterior landscaping or interior greenery,
please don't hesitate to reach out — we're here to help.
Planning
& Design
Estimating
& Construction
Aftercare
& Maintenance
Consulting
FLOW
Process
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Initial Inquiry
Contact us through our inquiry form. If you have reference images, sketches, or preliminary plans, please attach them to help us understand your vision.
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Consultation & Site Survey
We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your requirements and site conditions. Using architectural drawings, we assess the characteristics of the property and take precise measurements of the garden space as needed. During the site visit, we also evaluate the surrounding environment and daily conditions such as sun exposure and drainage.
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Concept & Design Proposal
For projects starting from the conceptual stage, we develop a planting concept tailored to the site. We present our vision through written narratives, schematic drawings, and reference imagery. For projects at the design stage, we prepare detailed planting plans — including execution drawings and material schedules — informed by our site survey, client interviews, and plan review. We explain the overall design concept and the rationale behind each species selection in a clear, accessible manner.
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Preparation of Additional Documentation
Upon request, we can prepare supporting materials such as tree photographs, species characteristic charts, image sketches, and photomontages — ideal for internal meetings and client presentations.
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Development of Construction Documents
If you wish to proceed from the schematic design to detailed planning and construction, we ask you to sign a preliminary agreement. At this stage, a deposit of 10% of the preliminary estimate is required.
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Contract Execution
Upon final agreement, we execute a formal construction contract based on the approved construction documents and detailed cost estimate. Any deposit paid under the preliminary agreement will be credited toward the final contract amount.
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Construction
With careful attention to site safety and the surrounding environment, we execute all work in strict accordance with the contract specifications and construction schedule.
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Handover & Maintenance Consultation
After completion, we inspect the quality and finish of the work and hand the garden over to you. We also offer advice on future maintenance and on ways to enjoy your garden. Please feel free to contact us with any questions that arise after handover.
Contact Us
Please feel free to contact us.