I have 2 small areas I need to landscape. I love the look of japanese gardens and would like to put some small shrubs or trees in there. My home is a typical split entry with a small area off to the right of the door and a longer one off to the left. The areas are about 6 feet deep. Offhand, I'd say one is twenty-five or thirty feet wide (has 1 dogwood in it) and the other is about 15 feet wide. I am planning to have dark brown mulch delivered and eventually would like to add some stone items (bench, fountain or something for interest). What I really need to know is what tree(s) or small bushes would give a Japanese garden feel, but would remain relatively small. I prefer a horizontal look rather than a vertical one. The only thing I know for sure is that I am planning to put a lace leaf Japanese maple on one of the sides. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.