{"product_id":"ikebana-listening-to-the-flowers-japanese-english-bilingual-guide-to-the-art-of-flower-arrangement-by-toshiya-kumano","title":"Ikebana: Listening to the Flowers – Japanese-English Bilingual Guide to the Art of Flower Arrangement by Toshiya Kumano","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eIkebana: Listening to the Flowers (和英対訳 いけばな 花の話を聞くとき)\u003c\/i\u003e by Toshiya Kumano is a beautifully illustrated bilingual introduction to the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOriginating in the Muromachi period, \u003ci\u003eikebana\u003c\/i\u003e developed as more than simple decoration — it became a refined artistic practice expressing harmony between nature, space, and human sensitivity. Over centuries, the styles evolved while preserving the philosophy of appreciating seasonal beauty and the life of each plant. Today, ikebana enjoys growing popularity worldwide as a symbol of Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis book presents the art in an accessible way for beginners. Through vivid photographs and clear explanations in both Japanese and English, readers can learn basic arranging techniques, seasonal compositions, and the stories behind different flowers and plant materials. Each arrangement reflects the Japanese appreciation for the changing seasons and encourages mindful observation of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bilingual format makes it ideal for learners who want to understand Japanese culture while improving language skills, as well as for anyone wishing to explain traditional Japanese arts to international friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJapanese culture enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLanguage learners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eArt and design lovers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVisitors interested in traditional Japanese aesthetics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBy “listening to the flowers,” readers discover not only arrangement methods but also the philosophy of balance, emptiness (\u003ci\u003ema\u003c\/i\u003e), and seasonal awareness central to Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAuthor: Toshiya Kumano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePublisher: IBC Publishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLanguage: Japanese \u0026amp; English (Bilingual)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePages: 151 pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDimensions: 14.8 × 21 × 1.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IBC Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52403684770081,"sku":"9784794605498","price":93.81,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/7214\/5240\/files\/61KgMUTOv1L._SY522.jpg?v=1772263495","url":"https:\/\/wabisabi-store.live\/products\/ikebana-listening-to-the-flowers-japanese-english-bilingual-guide-to-the-art-of-flower-arrangement-by-toshiya-kumano","provider":"WABI-SABI STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}