In ikebana, the Japanese art of floral arrangement, the end product must be greater than the sum of its parts.

Holiday decorations in the U.S. are often symmetrical: Two candles on either side of the mantel, a round wreath in the center of the door, a centerpiece with matching sprigs of holly and pine on each ...

"Ikebana”, the art of Japanese flower arranging, has evolved significantly from its origins as temple offerings many centuries ago. It is now a popular living art form that emphasizes the harmony of ...

For some of us, flower arranging consists of sticking a few blossoms in a vase, adding some water and calling it a day. For those who study ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arrangement, flowers, ...

The flowers of Japan -- Spring flowers -- Plum blossoms -- Cherry blossoms -- Summer flowers -- Wistaria blooms -- Irises -- Peonies and lotus flowers -- Autumn Flowers -- Chrysanthemums -- The seven ...

Japanese art collective teamLab unveils new "Garden Area" exhibit at one of its digital art museums in Tokyo. One of the new sections, "Floating Flower Gardens" is filled with 13,000 orchid flowers, ...

PORTLAND, Ore. -- A centuries-old Japanese art form is catching on with a new generation in Southeast Portland. "It's called Ikebana and involves arranging flowers through balance," explained teacher ...

Japan has a deep appreciation of its seasonality, reflected in the traditional 72 micro-seasons as well as in art, writing and music across the ages. The end of winter looks different across the ...