Japanese Viewing Structure The view of Mt. Hood from this structure is unbelievable and the inspiration for it's construction. Modeled after a structure in Portland's Japanese Garden, this building is made of clear redwood cedar and every joint is traditional mortise and tenon. The front beams are resting on large rocks as is the post supporting the bench. The structure is accompanied by several decorative screens to ad privacy to the yard but still keep it open. Select plantings of bamboo finish off the look of the yard.