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Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arrangement

Ikebana is the Japanese Art of Flower Arrangement, also known as Kado, the Way of flowers. This traditional art focuses on the choice of plant material in relation to the container and the surrounding space.
Australian Ikebana Centre
Ikebana is viewed as a cultural institution in Australia. Features, Ikebana history, the Ruth Grossner Ikebana Centre, student exhibition, books, lessons, and an Ikebana store.
Ikebana Arts
An extensive photo gallery of the Ikebana flower arrangements by Kika Shibata. Also class information, activities, workshops, and merchandise.
Ikebana International
Excellent site about Ikebana International and Ikebana. Features Ikebana history, schools, styles, basics, workshops, activities, a virtual Ikebana exhibition, and much more.
Nihon Koryu Ikebana
Features history of Ikebana, works of four seasons, recent exhibitions, and links.
Wafu School of Ikebana
Explore the history and philosophy of the Wafu School of Ikebana. Features a gallery, class information, and events.
What is Ikebana?
A brief introduction to Ikebana, types of Ikebana, Heika, Moribana, virtual ikebana, and ikebana equipment.

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