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KINTO KOKEDAMA WORKSHOP AT KINTO USA LOS ANGELES SEPT 6 | 11:30AM 0
KINTO KOKEDAMA WORKSHOP AT KINTO USA LOS ANGELES SEPT 6 | 2:00PM 1

Kokedama Workshop at KINTO USA LOS ANGELES

SKU: 9000021

$140.00
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Create living moss ball art in our Los Angeles store.

Join us for a 1-1.5 hour hands-on workshop where you'll learn the traditional Japanese art of kokedama—creating beautiful living sculptures from plants, soil, and moss. Led by our resident florist Ema Sono, who styles our LA showroom, this intimate session combines mindful craftsmanship with botanical artistry. You'll craft your own kokedama using carefully selected plants and materials, learning traditional wrapping techniques and care methods. Leave with a unique living piece that embodies KINTO's philosophy of finding beauty in simplicity.

Skill Level: Beginner-friendly
Age Requirement: 16 years and older

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • All materials to create one kokedama
  • One piece of KINTO ceramic for your kokedama
  • Expert guidance from our store florist
  • Care instructions
  • Light refreshments
  • 15% discount on KINTO products

Your kokedama will thrive with simple, mindful care—weekly misting and occasional soaking.

Please wear clothes you don't mind getting slightly dirty.

For questions, contact us at info@kinto-usa.com

 

What is Kokedama?
Kokedama (苔玉), which translates to “moss ball” in Japanese, is a centuries-old botanical art form rooted in Japanese gardening traditions. It involves wrapping the roots of a plant in a ball of soil, which is then encased in soft green moss and bound with string or twine. The result is a striking, self-contained plant display that can be suspended or placed on a decorative surface, blending nature, craftsmanship, and wabi-sabi aesthetics.


Cultural Roots and Meaning
Kokedama is often associated with the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, the appreciation of imperfection, impermanence, and the natural cycle of growth and decay. Originating as an offshoot of bonsai and nearai (a method of root-bound plant display), kokedama embraces a simpler, more organic approach to showcasing plants. Unlike formal bonsai, which requires precise shaping and maintenance, kokedama invites a more relaxed relationship with nature, valuing balance, texture, and natural form.
Kokedama is also seen as a meditative practice, both in its creation and care. The act of making a kokedama encourages mindfulness and a connection with the living world, making it a popular activity for those seeking calm, creativity, and a sense of ritual in daily life.


Contemporary Appeal
Today, kokedama is celebrated not only in traditional Japanese gardens but also in modern interior design around the world. Whether hung from ceilings to create floating gardens or placed delicately on ceramic plates, kokedama brings a quiet, poetic presence into any space, honoring Japanese craftsmanship while offering a contemporary way to live with nature.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Full refund available up to 48 hours before the workshop. You may cancel via email to info@kinto-usa.com. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable but may be transferred to a future workshop date subject to availability.

DISCLAIMER

Participants engage in this workshop at their own risk. KINTO USA is not liable for any injuries, allergic reactions, or damage to personal property that may occur during the workshop. Please inform us of any plant allergies or sensitivities prior to the session.

 

ABOUT HANAYA FLOWER WORKS

Ema Sono is a floral artist from Tokyo, Japan and the founder of Hanaya Flower Works, a studio dedicated to mindful, nature-driven design. Her work is rooted in traditional Japanese aesthetics and floral practices, with a contemporary sensibility that emphasizes restraint, harmony, and quiet beauty.
Through Hanaya, Ema creates installations and arrangements that honor seasonal transitions and the emotional power of plants. Her practice blends sustainability with storytelling—each piece an invitation to slow down and connect more deeply with the natural world.
Specializing in techniques like Kokedama and Ikebana, Ema shares her knowledge through intimate workshops and collaborative events, where she brings people together around the healing and grounding energy of floral art.



 

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