Ikebana - Ohara
Registration Fall 2026
Registration opens Early August 2026
Ohara
Discover the beauty and tranquility of Ohara Ikebana, a traditional Japanese floral art rooted in a deep appreciation of nature. Ohara Ikebana teaches the art of creating harmonious arrangements that celebrate the beauty of the changing seasons and the natural world. Whether you ae looking to explore a new creative pursuit or deepen your appreciation of nature, Ohara Ikebana offers a rewarding and inspiring journey.
Under the guidance of qualified instructors, students learn to work with flowers, branches, and other plant materials to create designs that express balance, movement, and elegance. Through the creative practice, students cultivate not only floral design skills but also a sense of calm, mindfulness, and a deeper connection with nature.
- 8-10 Classes
- Minimum Age: 18
- New Students: Start of Term
- Series Start: Spring, Fall
Prerequisite
No prior experience is required. Beginners are warmly welcome.
This is a certificate course structured according to the Ohara School curriculum. Students progress through a series of levels and, upon successful completion of each level, are eligible to apply for certificates issued by the Ohara School Headquarters in Tokyo.
Tools & Equipment:
Participants may purchase a starter kit during Registration or bring their own tools.
Required Tools:
- Ikebana scissors
- Kenzan (pin frog holder) (preferred diameter about 86 mm)
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Container choices for beginners (refer to images below):
- Semicircular - size: diameter 240 x depth 120 x height 90mm
- Rhomboid - size: length 255 × depth 145 × height 52mm
- Round - size: diameter 245 x height 45mm
- Large water bucket (for transporting fresh materials home)
- Small water container (for cutting floral materials)
- Big towel (for covering table)
Meet your Instructors
Trish Chan
A Senmon Instructor with the Ohara School of Ikebana, with over four years of experience teaching and demonstrating Ikebana to adults and children. Currently pursuing the Associate Second Term Master degree, with a passion for making Ikebana accessible, meaningful, and engaging for all learners.
Teresa Au
An Ohara School of Ikebana Senmon Instructor teaching since 2017, with experience in coordinating and demonstrating workshops for community groups, children’s camps, and scout groups. Holds the Associate Second Master degree and is currently studying the Second Term Master degree.