Ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement, is a very relaxing activity using seasonal Japanese flowers and leaves. Your teacher, Kayoko, is a Sogetsu Ikebana instructor who has been teaching Ikebana in English to people from all over the world for the past 6 years.
In this activity, you will be able to enjoy the art of Ikebana by learning a basic Moribana Style in a local Japanese house.
20,000 yen + taxes/person
Private Experience
Zengo Station (Google Maps)
Zengo Station (Google Maps)
13:30 (3 hours)
English, Japanese
Yes! Children aged 7 and up are welcome to join. The lesson is a relaxing and creative way for families to experience Japanese culture together, and the private setting means everyone can enjoy the activity at their own pace.
Not at all! No previous experience is necessary. Your instructor, Kayoko, is a Sogetsu Ikebana instructor and will begin with an introduction to the history and cultural background of Ikebana before demonstrating the basic techniques. You’ll then create your own arrangement with her guidance.
The flowers and leaves used in the lesson are seasonal, so the materials will vary depending on the time of year. This gives you the chance to work with flowers that are naturally in season in Japan and create an arrangement that reflects the beauty of the season.
After your Ikebana lesson, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy Japanese tea and seasonal sweets in a local Japanese home. Depending on your preference, you can enjoy Matcha green tea or another type of Japanese tea while learning more about Japanese tea culture in a relaxed setting.
After the Ikebana experience, you’ll visit the historic town of Arimatsu with your local host. Arimatsu is famous for its traditional Shibori tie-dyeing and well-preserved historic streets, giving you a chance to explore a different side of Nagoya and discover the town’s traditional crafts and history. The experience ends at Zengo Station, making it easy to continue exploring on your own afterward.
I am a Sogetsu Ikebana Instructor of first grade. I regularly teach individuals and groups of both Japanese and non-Japanese people. I am very friendly and have good knowledge of the Ikebana background and Ikebana techniques.
I had an excellent experience with Ms. Kayoko.
This was my first ever ikebana practice which I regarded as the opportunity to explore Japanese culture. Ms. Kayoko shared with me basic techniques of traditional ikebana, and guided me completed my first work. She also taught me how to make a proper cup of mocha, which I totally failed. 😆
I spent one chilly December afternoon at the cozy home of the charming Kayoko Kondo who met me with a warm smile at the last stop on Nagoya’s Sakura-dori line. It took a lot less than the 15-minute drive to Kayoko-san’s hilltop home for us to warm up to each other. I was intrigued by her ikebana journey, her tea ceremony practice, and her English training.
After a bit more chitchat over green tea and some nibbles, we moved on to the lesson of the day. Kayoko-san started with a brief history of the art of Ikebana and Sogetsu Ikebana. And then she demonstrated with clear instructions the basic forms using flowers purchased from her regularly-visited flower market. I made my own arrangement after Kayoko-san’s demonstration. She had me choose a vessel and she patiently guided me through the arrangement. Then it was photo shoot time. Kayoko-san was equipped with an array of light stands, diffusers, backdrops, and camera tripods, all for that perfect shot.
More lovely green tea and sweets followed the lesson with Kayoko-san opting this time to whisk the tea in a chawan with firmness and grace until the tea turned creamy and smooth.
A quick stop and walk around the beautiful and well-preserved, Edo period post town of Arimatsu capped our time together.
I spent a wonderful afternoon at a Nagoya native’s home where I was showered with warmth and hospitality. Apart from the enriching Ikebana lesson, I took away from the experience a genuine connection grounded on many heartfelt and candid conversations.
I did the Ikebana Flower Arrangement Lesson & Tea. I was a great experience, a great way to be introduced into a hobby ive wanted to pursue. Kyoko was professional, warm and super knowledgeable. Highly Recommend
Forget about your travel schedule and stress and enjoy some time with Kayoko! So pleasant, accommodating and helpful our Instructor Kayoko, picked us up at Zengo station and we enjoyed our first Ikebana Lesson in a private Japanese home. My 18y.o. daughter and I were first treated to a lesson in the Tea ceremony and some Matcha tea and seasonal Sakura treats which were lovely. Kayoko had custom selected plants and flowers that we liked and after some background history about Ikebana she provided us with a detailed demonstration. We were free to work as fast or slow as we wanted on our own Ikebana and it seemed as if time stood still for a moment while we explored our creativity with beautiful plants and flowers.
When we finished we critiqued our work and then Kayoko took some beautiful pictures we could share with friends and family. The smile on my daughter’s face when we said Good Bye to Kayoko on the old Tokaido road in Arimatsu was priceless!
Such a Wonderful Experience!
Because of my interest in Ikebana, I visited Kayoko sensei’s residence not far from Arimatsu town. She picked me up from Zengo station (Meitetsu Line) & drive me to her home. I enjoyed her Ikebana lesson & took photos. I meet Kayoko sensei for the first time yet she’s friendly & open to conversation. She can speak English well so foreigners like me has no difficulty when it comes to communication. Also, she offered her elegant green tea matsa & demonstrated how to drink it the proper way.
Later, she toured me to the beautiful town of Arimatsu. The Arimatsu shibori some ( tie dying) history is quite exciting & educational that also tooks my interest. We visited several shops where we can buy various kinds & design of the shibori some for souvenirs or gifts.
Why not try the experience & find out “ Nagoya is not boring”.
Thank you very much Kayoko sensei 🤩
