The study aims to discuss the recognition structure about the Japanese Garden identity by clarifying reasons for the incongruity feelings that native Japanese felt about overseas Japanese gardens. As a result, it was found that the material and shape of a single garden element was important. Through correspondence analysis, 3 dimensions that showed the focus points from the aspects of ‘natural objects / artifacts’ ‘landscape features / element features’ and ‘clear/unclear boundary’ was found. Analysis within this structure suggests that the main elements are easy to see and ‘the traditional’ ‘the depth of the landscape’ ‘the fit with adjacent elements’ are important when recognizing Japanese gardens. The contrast with the surroundings of landscape elements such as color and texture, is also an important part.