Coming Soon - Ishihara Kazuyuki Signature Tool Set
March 12, 2025
We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of the Ishihara Kazuyuki Signature Tool Set , a limited-edition collection of Japanese gardening tools. This exclusive set will embody the same level of artistry and precision that Ishihara brings to his gardens, giving enthusiasts a chance to work with tools inspired by his expertise.
Japanese Pottery & Banko Ware
September 10, 2024
In the mid-18th century, amidst the economic shifts and social transformations in Japan, a wealthy merchant embarked on a journey that would l...
Where to start ? Bonsai For Beginners
August 5, 2024
The art of bonsai, cultivating miniature trees in pots, comes from a rich and fascinating history. This practice -or art- combines patience, crea...
Home Decor : Lessons From Japanese Ikebana
July 16, 2024
Ikebana and Interior Design: Harmonizing Nature and Space, lessons through floral arranging.
Before talking about Ikebana, let's quickly approach...
The legendary Six Ancient Kilns of Japanese Pottery
May 23, 2024
What are these legendary six ancient Kilns you wonder ? Let's take you with us through Japanese history and art of pottery.
HISTORY OF THE SIX AN...
Imperfect is just Perfect: The Harmony of Ikebana and Wabi-Sabi - By Ilse Beunen
March 6, 2024
In the heart of Japanese culture lies the principle of wabi-sabi, a philosophy celebrating beauty in imperfection, transience, and simplicity. This...
Vol#22 Life Lessons Through Bonsai
January 16, 2024
Today, I'll discuss the life changes that occurred after I started learning bonsai.
I didn't give it much thought, but as I got into bonsai, I natu...
Ikebana's Role in Ecological Awareness by Ilse Beunen
December 1, 2023
In exploring ikebana's ecological character, several reasons highlight its inherent eco-friendliness. While these are all valid, there's a broader ...
Vol#20 Bonsai and Wild Plants Pairing
October 11, 2023
Hello everyone,Many nature enthusiasts begin their journey with gardening and bonsai before venturing into water stones and wild plants. The world ...
History of Fixation: From Sand and Straws to Kenzans by Ilse Beunen
October 11, 2023
In ikebana's early days, simplicity was key. Practitioners aimed to accentuate each flower's intrinsic beauty and used rudimentary tools like sand ...
A Short Journey Through Ikebana's History: By Ilse Beunen
August 9, 2023
The origins of ikebana can be traced back to the introduction of Buddhism to Japan via the Silk Road between the 6th and 8th centuries. An early ...
Ikebana, Slow Down, Be Creative and Connect to Nature: By Ilse Beunen
July 3, 2023
Ikebana is often translated as Japanese Flower Arranging, but I have mixed feelings about that translation. Ikebana is so much more flower arrangi...
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