Flower

Introduction

An ikebana artist inheriting the traditions of Koryu, a school of ikebana dating back to the Edo period. Currently serves as Vice Headmaster of Koryu Kawa-kai and Executive Director of the Japan Ikebana Federation.

His practice spans a wide range, from classical seika arrangements rooted in traditional techniques to contemporary creative works, large-scale spatial installations, and live performances.

Particularly known for his innovative sōsōka (creative ikebana), he combines flowers with diverse everyday objects to produce unique works that offer viewers fresh perspectives. His creations, shared widely through social media, have drawn attention both in Japan and abroad. By intertwining the visual power of flowers with layered narratives, he seeks to convey new dimensions of traditional culture.

Works

Classical Ikebana (Seika)

Contemporary Ikebana

Floral Decoration

Performance

Collaboration

Spatial Design / Installation

Buddhist Floral Arrangements

Biography

Organized & Hosted Elementary School Ikebana Festa 2019 (Tateyama, Chiba)
Performance at Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony 2019 (Hamarikyu Gardens, Tokyo)
Appointed Director, Japan Ikebana Federation
Exhibited at Dokutsu Kannon Ikebana Exhibition (Tokumeien, Gunma)
Spatial Design & Performance at National Culture Festival Wakayama 2021 (Wakayama)
Organized & Hosted Elementary School Ikebana Festa 2022 (Tateyama, Chiba)
Floral Decoration for TONE 1st Collection (Furniture Brand, Tokyo)
Exhibition & Performance at Churashima Okinawa – National Culture Festival (Okinawa)
Appointed Ikebana Instructor at WEB 0.3 School (Ninja DAO)
Exhibition & Cover Artwork for HANADAYORI 2023 (Online / Melbourne)
Exhibition at Melbourne Ikebana Festival (Online)
Collaborative Exhibition at grindland 氵SUNZUI Skate Park (Minamiboso, Chiba)
Exhibition & Performance at National Culture Festival – Gifu (Gifu)
Appointed Executive Director & PR Director, Japan Ikebana Federation
Organized & Hosted Elementary School Ikebana Festa 2025 (Tateyama, Chiba)
Lecturer at Ichigo Ichie no Hana Asobi (Tasuka-ke) (Minamiboso, Chiba)
Exhibited at gagaga no ga (Japan–Taiwan Joint Group Exhibition) (Tokyo)
Performance at ZEROONE JAPAN (Shibuya, Tokyo)

Contact

Work requests & inquiries

igu0316@gmail.com