How to Learn
I believe there is a small sprite in each flower because I get into my special zone when I touch them. There is something magical about them! Please touch and feel the healing power of plants materials.
Admission Fee
30,000 JPY. As for a trial lesson, you don't have to pay. Please consider you want to be a regular student or not after a trial lesson. When you become a regular student, you will be given all neccessary tools, scissors, Kenzan, 2 different types of vases. You don't have to buy anything while you are studying.
Lesson Fee
6,000 JPY per one lesson ( includes all the flower materials fees and tax). Student will pay per lesson by cash.
Learn Ikebana in English
Please don't worry about speaking Japanese. The teacher speaks English and all instructions are given in English and the text book is also written in English.
Time
1 lesson takes about 60-90 mins.
You can select how many lessons you take
Here are about 5 lesson days in a month at 2 different locations. You may make a reservation by choosing your favorite day, time, and location. 3 lessons in one day are acceptable if you want to study intensely (up to 6 lessons per month is acceptable). You may study at your own pace.
Style of Lesson
The unique style of teaching Ikebana means that each student receives individual attention within a classroom setting. Students will also get the opportunity to work with other students, observe other students’ arrangements as well as receive individual instruction from the teacher. Students may come anytime while the class is open although advanced reservation is necessary.
All the Necessary Tools
All tools including Ikebana scissors, Kenzan, and flower containers are available in the classroom. You don’t need to worry about them at first.
Text Book
You will learn Ikebana according to the Sogetsu official textbook written in English with many photos and diagrams.
Certification & Diploma
Certificates and diplomas can be issued from the headquarters upon request after completing the necessary studies of the Sogetsu curriculum. Please see more details on Sogetsu School homepage "how to study".
How to Book
There are about 5 lesson days in a month. You may make a reservation by choosing your favorite day and time. There is a page just for students to book their lessons. They can book their lessons on Internet around the clock.
A reservation should be made by 3 days before a lesson.
◎E-mail:smile@mika-otani.com
◎Phone:080-5099-4461
