Although there are lots of famous statues of Buddha, there are few notable gardens in Nara unlike Kyoto, because Japanese gardens developed with Zen Buddhism introduced in the 12th century and the center of culture was in Kyoto in those days.
This Isuien garden was first built in the Edo period (1670) and was enlarged in the Meiji era (1899). So it is composed of two areas, and those two areas linked by a water fall make an extensive stroll garden as an integral unit.
The highlight of the view is the photo below. Walking along the path, the unfolded view suddenly comes into sight.
They made this area making the most of the outer landscape as a borrowed scene.
The roof of the main gate of Todaiji temple which is famous for the Great Buddha is incorporated into the garden scene.
The small island and the stepping stones in the pond and the mound on the opposite shore as well make a continuous view with the hill and mountain in the background. It is a wonderful example of the borrowed scene.