BONSAI WORLD A series of articles by The Shikoku Shimbun focuses on the attractions of bonsai which encapsulate small universes in containers.

The more one knows about bonsai, the deeper the world of bonsai becomes. Stories look at the eternal attraction of bonsai from various angles.

　Yoseue (group planting) of pine, bamboo, and plum is good for New Year's decora...

December 29, 2012

　In winter, you will see trees having fresh red or yellow fruits instead of flow...

December 29, 2012

　There is a Kuromatsu (Japanese black pine) which is about 80 years old and 42 c...

December 29, 2012

　Shinpaku (Chinese juniper) is as popular as pine trees. The well-kept Shari and...

December 29, 2012

　Adaptation such as wiring, carving, and changing a pot is the big appeal for bo...

December 3, 2012

　This summer was extremely hot. The lingering summer heat is intense even in Sep...

December 3, 2012

　The pine trees of Neagari style (trees with exposed roots) is one of the touris...

November 7, 2012

　A tree without character can be better if it is planted as Yoseue (group planti...

October 9, 2012

: Arrangement of Kuromatsu: Winter, season to pinch off buds and do cutting
December 29, 2012

: Adaptation of Shohin(2) Shinpaku:　Clear and Sharp Like Haircut
December 29, 2012

: Adaptation of Shohin(1)Kuromatsu: Get New Atmosphere and Attraction
December 3, 2012