Ikebana is
Japanese style flower arranging. When translated, Ikebana means “flower kept
alive”. There are many styles of Ikebana, some of which that I am still
unaware.
I wanted to take advantage of more cultural courses for my semester abroad and so far it’s been great!
Click here to learn more about different Ikebana styles!
Our class went to an Ikebana Exhibit in Akita. We got a chance to see a variety of styles. We also had the opportunity to create our own arrangements.
ç This was my favorite arrangement in the exhibit.
In class we practiced the techniques we learned from
previous lectures.
Our most recent field trip took place at a tea house. We learned how to prepare ちゃばな (chabana; which means tea flower). This arrangement is simpler than other styles of ikebana. Usually one flower in a かき (kaki - vase) is acceptable.
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| We were given numbered tiles which set the order for the flower arranging |
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| The numbered tile is to be positioned in front while kneeling 16 rows back on the tatami mat |
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| A formal bow must be made before starting the arrangement and at the end |
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| Several photos from the garden |
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