Zen garden

Rake slow, meditative lines through soft sand and arrange stones in a free online zen garden. A quiet mindfulness toy for phone and desktop.

How to play

Drag to pull rake lines through the sand and watch the grooves form. Tap to place a stone, or tap a stone to lift it, then rake around it. There is no right design — the point is slow, deliberate movement.

Questions

What is a zen garden for?

Japanese dry gardens (karesansui) are made for quiet contemplation. Raking the sand is a simple, repetitive act that helps you settle into the present moment.

Is it a good mindfulness exercise?

It can be. Follow the rake with your eyes, notice each line as it forms, and let other thoughts pass by while you draw.

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