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Come see the Ikebana International Chrysanthemum Show here at Portland Japanese Garden this weekend, included with general admission! Ikebana International (Portland Chapter #47) celebrates the chrysanthemum in this special, two-day only exhibition in the Pavilion. Ikebana International first celebrated Kiku Matsuri, the Chrysanthemum Festival, at Portland Japanese Garden in 1983. Local ikebana artists from various schools, or styles, created arrangements featuring chrysanthemums, known as kiku

Why Ikebana Isn’t Just Flowers Arranging?👇🏻 Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, transcends mere decoration. It’s an expression of creativity and philosophy, where each arrangement brings a new life and form to cut flowers and branches. Rooted in Buddhism and Shintoism, Ikebana reflects the Japanese reverence for nature, transforming simple floral compositions into living art. Learn how Ikebana is more than just placing flowers in a vase; it is a journey into aesthetic and spiritua

Ikebana — the minimalist Japanese art of flower arrangement that can take years to master. Here’s a brief guide to get you started. 1. The space around the arrangement is important; select an uncluttered space. 2. Consider the direction of light. 3. Use only a few flowers. Simplicity is powerful. 4. After placing each flower, assess the whole space. 5. Sit back and admire your unique creation. #Ikebana #MazdaStories | Mazda Philippines

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