
Photo : Ecole Sogetsu
Workshop "In a composition, a flower is a person"
Iemoto Akane Teshigahara, Grand Master of the Sogetsu School, will explain how to create a floral arrangement. You will take your composition home with you.
Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris (Paris 15th)
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Ikebana Sogetsu, the art of transforming plants
A reflection of the Japanese soul, ikebana is a traditional art form. The exceptional presence of Iemoto Akane Teshigahara, Grand Master of the Sogetsu School, one of the most widely practiced schools in Japan, will be an opportunity to discover various styles of compositions, both traditional and contemporary.
WORKSHOP
Thursday, November 19th at 2:30 PM
Reception Hall (Level 5)
Price: 50 €
Booking starting from October 20th (www.mcjp.fr)
In Japanese with consecutive translation into French
Duration: 2 hours
Our take on this event
Forget everything you know about standard arrangements and step into the poetic discipline of Sogetsu Ikebana. A true master from Tokyo visits Paris to reveal how plants reflect human emotions through intentional, sculptural design. Join this workshop to find harmony and leave with a newfound eye for beauty.
The Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris hosts a masterclass dedicated to Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of floral arrangement. Led by Iemoto Akane Teshigahara, grand master of the Sogetsu School, this session invites you to explore the symbolic connection between plants and people through both classic and contemporary styles. The workshop takes place on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 14:30 to 16:30, in the reception hall on level 5. This event is wheelchair accessible, and advance booking is required to attend this unique encounter with a leading figure of Japanese cultural heritage.
Discover the art of Sogetsu Ikebana with Iemoto Akane Teshigahara. During this two-hour workshop, you will learn to transform botanical elements into expressive compositions, reflecting the deep connection between nature and the human spirit. The grand master will guide participants through the subtleties of both traditional and modern Japanese floral styles.
The event is scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 14:30 to 16:30. The workshop will be held in the reception hall on level 5 of the Maison de la culture du Japon. Presentations will be delivered in Japanese with consecutive translation into French to ensure all participants can follow the techniques and philosophy shared by the master. The participation fee is 50 €.
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Booking for this exclusive experience opens on October 20. Ensure you secure your spot in advance to take part in this rare opportunity to learn from one of the most respected masters of the Sogetsu School.







