contemplation-style garden; garden designed for seated viewing
A garden meant to be appreciated from a fixed vantage point, often a veranda or room, rather than by walking through. Contrasts with 回遊式庭園 (stroll garden).
See also: 回遊式庭園
Ryoanji Temple in Kyoto is famous for its contemplation-style garden.
In a contemplation-style garden, you sit on the veranda and enjoy the scenery.