In Saitama, north of Tokyo Japan, lies the the world capital of Bonsai: Omiya. Nearby the beautiful Bonsai Village is a museum that should definitely be on your list of places to travel if you want to introduce yourself to this wonderful art form, the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum.
We recently visited the museum to get the grand tour and introduction to what Bonsai is. They are small trees, but there is a lot more to this delicate art form made from plants. We explored some of the history of Bonsai, a few key figures in the world of bonsai and showcased some wonderful pieces that not only represent a vision by the artist but also are symbols of the patience required by an artist to achieve these beautiful works symbolizing the harmony between humanity and nature.
Not only that, we wanted to learn about some of the techniques in creating bonsai that may surprise you - it is significantly more hands-on than you may expect.
For a break from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, you can visit the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum in Saitama here:
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Official Website:
www.bonsai-art-museum.jp/en/
After the museum, visit the nearby Bonsai Village to experience more of the beautiful art form.
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00:00 Introduction
00:39 Omiya Bonsai Art Museum & What is Bonsai?
02:28 How to Best View Bonsai
03:57 Inside the Artist's Vision
04:57 The Techniques Behind the Bonsai
06:10 A Brief Look at the History of Bonsai
08:08 When Bonsai Goes Wrong
08:53 Beyond the Tree
09:25 Omiya: The Capital of the World
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