Ohara Ikebana Floral Demonstration

The Ohara School of Ikebana was founded in 1895 by Unshin Ohara, who was inspired by the beauty of Japan’s native wildflowers as well as newly introduced exotic flowers. To express these flowers in a natural and dynamic way, he developed Moribana, meaning “arranging flowers in a water basin”—an innovative style that captures the changing scenery of the four seasons using shallow containers. This groundbreaking approach not only preserved the principles of Ikebana but also resonated with the evolving aesthetics of modern living spaces. Today, the Ohara School continues to evolve, embracing both tradition and innovation while fostering a deep appreciation for Ikebana worldwide.

A retired NASA software engineer turned Ikebana master, Mr. Jose Salcedo has taught at both Ohara School and Ikenobo School Ikebana for over 25 years. Join Salcedo, along with the Ikebana International New York Chapter, for a showcase of various Ohara styles. On stage, Salcedo will demonstrate how to create these arrangements using a mix of traditional and modern materials.

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