Wazakura Japan Bonsai Blog

In the mid-18th century, amidst the economic shifts and social transformations in Japan, a wealthy merchant embarked on a journey that would l...

In the world of ikebana, the introduction of Western flowers presented a unique challenge to traditional Japanese floral art. These new varieties ...

The art of bonsai, cultivating miniature trees in pots, comes from a rich and fascinating history. This practice -or art- combines patience, crea...

Ikebana and Interior Design: Harmonizing Nature and Space, lessons through floral arranging. Before talking about Ikebana, let's quickly approach...

  ・The importance of bonsai roots・ The quality of a bonsai is mostly reflected by the balance of its trunk structure, branching pattern, and root ...

In recent years, I've embarked on a rather delightful and, at times, maddeningly perplexing journey to understand the "why" of ikebana. You see, i...

For an instant, picture yourself standing at a corner of Ryoanji's stone garden in Kyoto in the evening, in late autumn in a misty rain. You are ...

 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...

  Bonsai trees require careful attention, but understanding the correct care process can be challenging First, consider the reasons for replant...

  In this article, we explore the world of organic and chemical fertilizers and their impact on bonsai tree care. Bonsai trees are typically grown...

In the heart of Japanese culture lies the principle of wabi-sabi, a philosophy celebrating beauty in imperfection, transience, and simplicity. This...

Reflecting on a year of bonsai care, I've noted that flowering and budding times have arrived one to two weeks earlier than typical due to global ...