Experience
Ikebana: A Mindful Japanese Flower Arranging Experience - At Mt. Shigi, the Sacred Mountain of Nara
Arrange flowers in the rich nature and history of Mount Shigi, and calm your mind.
Mount Shigi, the sacred peak soaring in Nara Prefecture, is the site where Prince Shotoku is believed to have encountered Bishamonten (Vaisravana, the God of Fortune and War). Would you like to join a special Kado (Japanese flower arrangement) experience in this sacred land?
Details of the experience
You will spend a quiet time confronting your inner self through flower arrangement, while learning the teachings of the Shigi-san Shinkaryu school, which is headquartered on Mount Shigi.
The process of carefully arranging each single flower is like a meditation, allowing you to step away from your busy daily life, calm your mind, and reflect on yourself.
The process of carefully arranging each single flower is like a meditation, allowing you to step away from your busy daily life, calm your mind, and reflect on yourself.
【Schedule】
Meet up at "Tobikura" on Mount Shigi.
Introduction to Shi
gi-san Shinkaryu school, followed by a Demonstration and Explanation.
Explanation of the floral materials and vases.
Practice Kado (flower arrangement) under the instructor's guidance.
Take photos of your finished work in the Japanese-style room (Washitsu).
End of session and Dismissal.
Meet up at "Tobikura" on Mount Shigi.
Introduction to Shi
gi-san Shinkaryu school, followed by a Demonstration and Explanation.
Explanation of the floral materials and vases.
Practice Kado (flower arrangement) under the instructor's guidance.
Take photos of your finished work in the Japanese-style room (Washitsu).
End of session and Dismissal.
The experience is led by an instructor from the Shigi-san Shinkaryu school, who provides thorough explanations and guidance, making it a stress-free experience even for first-time flower arrangers.
You may take the arranged flowers home with you, or we can display your work at Gyokuzoin Temple, one of the sub-temples within Mount Shigi.
You may take the arranged flowers home with you, or we can display your work at Gyokuzoin Temple, one of the sub-temples within Mount Shigi.
Please come and enjoy this special experience to "let your heart bloom" (put flowers in your heart), as you feel the inherent beauty and preciousness of life in the pristine air of Mount Shigi.
▲Experience Location: "Tobikura"
Ages 10 and up can participate (must be accompanied by a guardian), as scissors are used.
If you wish to participate on a date other than those available for booking, please contact us.
Ages 10 and up can participate (must be accompanied by a guardian), as scissors are used.
If you wish to participate on a date other than those available for booking, please contact us.
▲ Location of "Tobikura"
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