​About us

International Ikebana Milano Prospective Chapter #271 è un’associazione dedicata all’arte dell’ikebana — l’arte floreale giapponese che unisce natura, spazio e quiete interiore.Organizziamo workshop, dimostrazioni e incontri per membri e appassionati, dai principianti ai praticanti avanzati. Incoraggiamo lo studio delle tecniche tradizionali, ma anche l’esplorazione creativa, nel rispetto della stagionalità e dei materiali naturali.La nostra comunità offre mentorship, scambio di esperienze e opportunità di esporre le proprie opere nell’ambito di eventi culturali. Il nostro obiettivo è coltivare attenzione, equilibrio ed elegante semplicità attraverso ogni composizione.

International Ikebana Milano Prospective Chapter #271 is an association dedicated to the art of ikebana—the Japanese floral arrangement that unites nature, space, and inner stillness.We organize workshops, demonstrations, and gatherings for members and enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced practitioners. We encourage the study of traditional techniques as well as creative exploration, with respect for seasonality and natural materials.Our community offers mentorship, exchange of experience, and opportunities to exhibit works within cultural events. We aim to cultivate mindfulness, balance, and refined simplicity through each composition

Objectives Ikebana International

 Ikebana International (I.I.) is a worldwide organization founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1956 by the late Ellen Gordon Allen. Its members are dedicated to promotion of the mutual understanding
and friendship between Japan and other countries through Ikebana (the art of Japanese flower arrangement) and other related arts of Japan. 
 
Ikebana International (I.I.) is a "Shadan Hojin", a non-profit cultural organization in Japan
and today boasts over 10.000 members in more than 50 countries. Enthusiastic volunteers
of many different nationalities and ikebana schools administer Ikebana International.
Some of the Ikebana schools stress classic styles; others focuson creative, contemporary forms,and some blend the two - each school different, yet each openly sharing its inspirations, styles, philosophy, history and techniques. 

Membership is open to all persons interested in the art of Ikebana and the ideals of Ikebana International regardless of their previous experience.

 
Address: IKEBANA INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, Misaki Bldg. 5th Fl,
3-28-9 Kanda Ogawamachi Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0052, Objectives Ikebana International
Despre noi
Ikebana SchoolsIn Japan more than 3000 Ikebana-Schools are established today. 
The Ikebana International Milano Prospective Chapter #271 represents two of them for the moment.
1. Sogetsu草月流Talking about modern ikebana today, it is meant first of all the form of ikebana that has been instructed and become known all over the world by the Sogetsu-School in Tokio.The Sogetsu-School was founded by Sofu Teshigahara in 1927 in Tokio. From childhood he was instructed in the art of flower arranging by his father, an ikebana-teacher. First working as sculptor and calligraph, Sofu Teshigahara soon became the most distinguished ikebana-master of the 20th century. He attained international recognition as artist and directed the school until his death in 1979.He was followed by his daughter Kasumi Teshigahara as Iemoto (headmaster) until 1980. After her death her eldest brother Hiroshi Teshigahara became the third Iemoto. At that time he had a brilliant career as film director and was a famous ceramist and calligraph, too. Big bamboo installations indoors and outdoors in nature were his speciality.Since april 2001 Akane Teshigahara, the second daughter of Hiroshi, follows her father as the fourth Iemoto. She is the first Iemoto who has developed the instruction for children.
2. The Ohara -ryū (小原流), founded in 1895, revolutionised the world of Ikebana with the introduction of moribana, a style that arranges flowers in a water basin while preserving the principles of traditional Ikebana. By transforming flowers into works of art, the founder, Unshin Ohara, created a sensational expression that resonated with the contemporary living space, making Ikebana more accessible and admired worldwide.Ohara Ikebana is expressed through its signature styles. Moribana (盛花), the hallmark of Ohara Ikebana, uses a flat basin to create expansive, natural arrangements, showcasing the essence of flowers. Heika (瓶花) is a traditional vase arrangement rooted in the Edo period’s nageirebana, combining heritage with modern sensibilities to emphasize natural elegance in vases. Hanaisho (花意匠) is designed for contemporary living spaces, accommodating a variety of flowers and arrangements visible from multiple angles, making it accessible and inspiring for beginners and experienced practitioners.
Conectăm Oamenii prin Ikebana
Promovăm designul floral japonez prin formare, evenimente culturale și colaborări profesioniste.

Servicii

Ikebana workshops

Sessioni guidate passo dopo passo: principi, strumenti, linee e proporzioni per le prime composizioni equilibrate. Guided step-by-step sessions: principles, tools, lines, and proportions for the first balanced compositions.

Corsi avanzati, mentoring ed esposizioni                          Advanced courses, mentorship, and exhibitions

Perfezionamento negli stili e nelle tecniche, feedback individuale e preparazione per presentazioni/esposizioni. Advanced training in styles and techniques, individual feedback, and preparation for presentations/exhibitions.

Dimostrazioni ed eventi culturali   Demonstrations and cultural events

Dimostrazioni dal vivo e collaborazioni con istituzioni culturali per avvicinare l’ikebana al pubblico. Live demonstrations and collaborations with cultural institutions to bring ikebana closer to the public.

Testimonials

Membro, appassionata di arte floreale

Andreea P

Il mentoring mi ha aiutato a passare da “composizioni belle” a struttura e disciplina. Il feedback ricevuto a ogni incontro è stato esattamente ciò di cui avevo bisogno.

     
Member, advanced student

Mihai I

The mentorship helped me move from “beautiful arrangements” to structure and discipline. The feedback I received at each meeting was exactly what I needed.

     
Membro, amante della natura

Elena D

Gli incontri sono una vera pausa dal ritmo frenetico. Mi piace il rispetto per la stagionalità e il modo in cui ogni composizione racconta una storia semplice.

     
 
 

Contact


 ikebanainternationalmilano@gmail.com

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