Five weeks to find your Ikebana voice. One technique at a time.
Each short course is a five-session journey into one corner of Sogetsu Ikebana. You’ll learn to see your materials differently — the line of a branch, the weight of silence, the conversation between flower and container. Sessions build gently on each other, at a pace that lets things settle. By the end, you won’t just know the techniques. You’ll have a way of working that’s genuinely your own.
How the Courses Work
Format
Online via Zoom / Google Meet or in person in Tokyo
Duration
5 sessions • once per week • 1-1.5 hours each
Class Size
Individual or Small Group (2-3 people)
Level
Complete beginners welcome • Intermediate • Advanced
Materials
A simple materials list is sent after booking. Most items can be sourced locally.
Short Courses Available
Moribana Ikebana
5–Week Course • Shallow Containers • Kenzan Technique
About the Course
Moribana is where most Sogetsu students begin. Fresh plant materials are arranged in a shallow suiban container using a Kenzan (pin frog holder).
What You‘ll Learn
• Basic Upright Moribana
• Reversed Basic Upright Moribana
• Basic Slanting Style Moribana
• 360-Degree View Moribana
• Your Own Variation Moribana
Nageire Ikebana
5–Week Course • Tall & Urn-Shaped Containers • Fixture Techniques
About the Course
Nageire style uses tall cylindrical or urn-shaped vases without a kenzan or floral foam. Instead, you will learn the fixture and stabilising techniques that hold the stems in place. A beautiful step for anyone who has tried Moribana and wants to go deeper.
What You‘ll Learn
• Learning Fixtures - Basic Upright Nageire
• Stabilising Techniques - Reversed Basic Upright Nageire
• Optimising Negative Space - Slanting Style Nageire
• Bending Techniques - Hanging Style Nageire
• You in Nageire Ikebana
Morimono Ikebana
5–Week Course • Fruits and Vegetables • Form and Color Elements
About the Course
Morimono invites you to rethink what “flower arranging” can be. This style of Ikebana uses fruits, vegetables, herbs, and root crops - materials you might already have at home - arranged with the same attention to form and space as any traditional arrangement. A wonderful entry point to explore a less conventional side of Ikebana.
What You‘ll Learn
• A Twist on Basic Upright Moribana
• What’s in Your Kitchen?
• Fruits and Vegetables Not Served on a Silver Platter
• Celebrating the Season
• Festive Gathering
Colors in Ikebana
5–Week Course • Color Theory Meets Japanese Flower Art
About the Course
Color in Ikebana goes beyond aesthetics. It carries meaning, emotion, and message. In this course, you’ll explore color harmony and symbolism alongside the core techniques of Sogetsu. You’ll learn how to make intentional choices that give your arrangements depth and voice.
What You‘ll Learn
• The Color Wheel - Basic Upright Moribana
• Colors in the Same Tonal Range - Vertical Composition
• Complementary Colors and Contrast - Slanting Style Moribana
• The Psychology of Colors - 360-Degree Composition
• Your Message through Ikebana
Each course is five weekly sessions of 1 - 1.5 hours. All short courses are priced the same. Choose the format that suits you.
Individual
€200 per course
Online via Zoom
Small Group (2-3 people)
€150 per person
Online via Zoom
Includes:
5 live sessions: 1-1.5 hours each
Personal guidance throughout
Material list sent before your first class
Step-by-step handout
Includes:
5 live sessions: 1-1.5 hours each
Personal guidance throughout
Material list sent before your first class
Step-by-step handout
Joining from Tokyo?
In person sessions are available in Tokyo. You’ll work directly with the materials in front of you with hands-on guidance throughout.
In person pricing is offered on enquiry as sessions are arranged individually around your schedule and location. Fresh materials, tools, and printed handouts will be provided.
Not sure which course to start?
Moribana is the natural starting point for most beginners. It’s the foundation of Sogetsu School of Ikebana. But if you are drawn to a particular course, trust that instinct. Each one stands completely on its own.
If you’d like to talk it through before booking, I’m happy to help you find the right fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need any experience in Ikebana or flower arranging?
A: Not at all. All four short courses are designed for complete beginners. The only thing you need is curiosity and a willingness to slow down.
Q: What materials do I need?
A: A simple materials list is sent to you after booking. Most items — containers, scissors, and plant material — can be sourced locally wherever you are. You don’t need specialist tools to begin.
Q: How does scheduling work?
A: Once you book, we’ll find a time that works for you. Sessions are scheduled individually, so there’s no fixed timetable to fit around.
Q: Can I take more than one short course?
A: Absolutely. Each course explores a different dimension of Sogetsu Ikebana, so they complement each other beautifully. Many students take Moribana first and return for Nageire or Colors in Ikebana afterward.
Q: What’s the difference between a short course and the Sogetsu Certification Course?
A: The short courses are self-contained — they give you a solid grounding in one area of Ikebana without any formal commitment. The Sogetsu Certification Course is a longer, structured programme that leads to an official Sogetsu School certificate. It’s the path for students who want to go deeper or eventually teach.
Q: Are sessions recorded?
A: Sessions are not recorded — they are live and personal, which is part of what makes them valuable. You’ll get my full attention throughout.