Ikebana
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement, also known as kado. The term "ikebana" means "living flowers arranged," and the practice originates from the Japanese tradition of offering flowers to the gods in Shinto rituals. Over the centuries, ikebana has evolved and transformed into a highly stylized art form with its own techniques and styles.
Ikebana values simplicity, elegance, and harmony, aiming to create arrangements that reflect the beauty of nature and human sensitivity. The practice also involves a deep understanding of plants and the seasons, as well as the cultural and spiritual symbolism of flowers. (more…)