Kusamono (plantings composed to evoke a certain region or season) is a nuanced art not often practiced in western bonsai. Next week, renowned D.C.-based artist Young Choe Kusamono returns to Mirai to share more her of her knowledge of creating and designing these intricate, sophisticated compositions. In advance of her visit, we asked her to share 10 of her strongest kusamono works throughout her career. Take a walk through Young Choe’s inspirational body of work, and grow your understanding of this subtle art form.