Nandina for a happy year
In Japan, plants are not only beautiful, they also tell stories. One of these silent, often overlooked storytellers is the nandina (Nandina domestica), also known as heavenly bamboo, which is called nanten (南天) in Japan.
Merry Christmas
May the glow of the candles bring warmth and the scent of fresh cookies bring joy.
I wish you and your loved ones a wonderful, peaceful Christmas season with this ikebana Christmas arrangement.
European Member Seminar and Exhibition
European Member Seminar with Exhibition was the invitation from our Ikenobō headquarters to an ikebana event in Vienna. It began with a seminar for special members, followed by a one-day workshop for regular members and a demonstration by our seminar leader, Prof. Takashi Moribe. The event concluded with an exhibition open to the public at the JUFA Hotel.
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The dance of grasses and colours
Autumn is a season that never ceases to surprise us. While many lament the falling temperatures and shorter days, nature is showing one of its most impressive sides right now. Grasses in particular, often inconspicuous in summer, are now taking center stage and, together with the colorful autumn hues, creating an impressive spectacle.
Full moon in autumn
🌕 September Full Moon 2025: An Evening Under Red Moonlight
There are full moons – and then there are magical full moons. September 2025 will bring us just such a moment. It is known in this country as the “autumn moon,” but this time it has a second, breathtaking facet: it coincides with a total lunar eclipse. The result? A reddish shimmering moonrise that many may only see once in their lifetime.