Immerse yourself in the art of Ikebana with a local expert in Kobe. Get hands-on experience, cultural insights, and take home the knowledge to continue practicing. Book now!
Immerse yourself in the art of Ikebana with a local expert in Kobe. Get hands-on experience, cultural insights, and take home the knowledge to continue practicing. Book now!
- International Sharehouse VISTA - Immerse yourself in the art of Ikebana, guided by your local expert Aiko-sensei! Here’s a detailed look at what you’ll experience:
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Introduction and Demonstration:
Welcome to our event venue Aiko-ya, a community space with a traditional Japanese setting.
Aiko-sensei introduces Ikebana principles and provides a…
- International Sharehouse VISTA - Immerse yourself in the art of Ikebana, guided by your local expert Aiko-sensei! Here’s a detailed look at what you’ll experience:
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Introduction and Demonstration:
Welcome to our event venue Aiko-ya, a community space with a traditional Japanese setting.
Aiko-sensei introduces Ikebana principles and provides a live Ikebana demonstration. -
Hands-On Ikebana Creation:
Under Aiko-sensei’s guidance, try the step-by-step Ikebana process and techniques.
Trim and manicure the selected seasonal flowers and foliage. Craft your unique Ikebana display, connecting nature to Japanese philosophy. -
Personalized Guidance:
Aiko-sensei provides individual feedback, helping you fine-tune your arrangement. -
Capture the Moment:
Preserve memories with photos of you and your Ikebana display. -
Green Tea and Japanese Sweets:
Relax with some green tea and traditional Japanese sweets, and light post-workshop discussion.

- Take home flowers and foliage from the workshop.
- Choose to wrap your flowers as a bouquet.
- Complimentary tea and coffee.
- Enjoy snacks during the workshop.
- Take home flowers and foliage from the workshop.
- Choose to wrap your flowers as a bouquet.
- Complimentary tea and coffee.
- Enjoy snacks during the workshop.
Aiko-sensei is more than just an Ikebana teacher; she is an integral part of the Kobe community, managing her own afterschool program and Ikebana classes. Participants will gain cultural insights from a local Kobe resident.
This experience is not merely a demonstration - it’s interactive! Participants will have the opportunity to create their own Ikebana…
Aiko-sensei is more than just an Ikebana teacher; she is an integral part of the Kobe community, managing her own afterschool program and Ikebana classes. Participants will gain cultural insights from a local Kobe resident.
This experience is not merely a demonstration - it’s interactive! Participants will have the opportunity to create their own Ikebana arrangement under the expert guidance of Aiko-sensei.
Language will not be an obstacle. With the help of dedicated English translator, Jarrod, participants will be able to fully engage with Aiko-sensei and grasp every detail of Ikebana.
The setting is a delightful, traditional Japanese venue that enhances the authenticity of the experience. Groups are kept small to ensure a personalized and intimate experience.
Participants will acquire the skills to continue practicing Ikebana at home, carrying the spirit of Kobe with them!
Convenient Access: The venue is easily reachable by public transportation, with bus #7 providing a direct connection to the heart of Kobe.
- We may ask some guests to sit on the tatami mat floor instead of chairs.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.