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Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Japanese bonsai master Masayuki Fujikawa, and his wife Takako, did this demo at the Crespi Cup 2025. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Explore Fuyo-en (芙蓉園), one of the classic bonsai gardens in Omiya Bonsai Village, Saitama, Japan. This nursery is known for its focus on deciduous trees and forest-style plantings that change with the seasons — from fresh green leaves in spring to vibrant autumn colours and elegant branch forms in winter. Fuyo-en was founded in 1939 and is now run by Hiroshi Takeyama, continuing a family tradition that started when his father opened the garden here. The nursery highlights zoki bonsai and group plantings (yose-ue) that evoke natural woodland scenes, offering a different aesthetic from the more common conifer-focused bonsai. In this video we walk through the garden, show standout trees, and share what makes Fuyo-en a must-see stop in the heart of Omiya Bonsai Village — a place where bonsai culture has thrived for nearly a century. https://uppbeat.io/t/night-drift/maple License code: XYPK7GV9BV6BLOLY https://uppbeat.io/t/night-drift/fall License code: VRNE5QWBQNEUDLUF Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Showakinen-koen Bonsai Garden is located within the expansive Showakinen-koen park in Tokyo, a massive green space that spans over 160 hectares. The bonsai garden is a peaceful oasis within the park, offering visitors a chance to explore the art of bonsai cultivation in a serene environment. The garden is home to dozens of bonsai trees, many of which have been carefully pruned and shaped over decades. Showakinen-koen is known for its commitment to both preserving traditional bonsai styles and encouraging new approaches to bonsai artistry. The garden’s focus on educational outreach makes it an ideal destination for those looking to deepen their understanding of bonsai techniques. Whether you're strolling through the lush green surroundings or admiring the intricate details of each tree, Showakinen-koen offers a perfect blend of nature and culture. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Masahiko Kimura, widely regarded as one of the most influential bonsai masters of the modern era, welcomes us into his garden to share the story of his bonsai Toryu-no-Mai (Dance of the Flying Dragon). In this video, he explains how the tree was collected as yamadori 40 years ago and has never been repotted since, yet continues to grow in good health. The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey, consider enrolling in one of our online courses. We dive deep in the essential techniques, with world renowned teachers like Masahiko Kimura, Shinji Suzuki, Bjorn Bjorholm and many others. For the courses, the curriculums and free previews see: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses/explore Bonsai Empire began in 2000 as a small online platform dedicated to sharing the art and knowledge of bonsai. Over the years, it has grown into a global hub for bonsai enthusiasts, offering high-quality tutorials, in-depth courses, and expert guidance to support learners at every stage. We are so happy to celebrate our birthday with 25 bonsai masters from around the world. Kimura shows rare photos of the tree at the time of collection and describes how it developed rapidly, winning the Prime Minister’s Award within just three years. He discusses the demanding root work required to fit a 1.7-meter root into the pot, as well as his deliberate decision to carve the live vein down to just 1 cm. He explains how this choice allowed the vein to thicken and rise naturally over decades, shaping the powerful character the tree has today. Masahiko Kimura is known for transforming traditional bonsai aesthetics through bold carving techniques and long-term vision. Active since the 1970s, he has influenced generations of professionals worldwide and raised the artistic standards of bonsai by treating trees as living sculptures shaped over decades rather than short-term projects. https://uppbeat.io/t/kidcut/skateboard-in-my-hands License code: 4A0K6YCIIFNICCYR Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Christmas trees are cheap and great fun to work with - but challenging too! In this video we show how to create a Bonsai from this young Picea material, and show the process over 1.5 years time. Taking it slow, and doing things step-by-step is the way to go! Bonsai Empire is dedicated to share the living art of Bonsai - we created this video as a DIY tutorial to help and motivate beginners. The video is part of the online courses that we offer, for more free videos go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:18 - Finding the trunkline and pruning 5:59 - Design options and wiring 10:50 - Next spring: repotting 13:32 - Summer pruning 16:20 - Before and after shots https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/flux License code: SX8AXUAH9T0UFY6M https://uppbeat.io/t/night-drift/sunflower License code: 1WUI5FJZ5C2JJW9K https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/toy-box License code: SVI2ACQN8AYZJGT9 https://uppbeat.io/t/yasumu/viewpoint License code: TZ6MJ9U8ZZDCPRPO We thank the Japanese garden Clingendael, and our two technical supervisors Bob Ruitenbeek and Christiaan Yeh for their help. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Korean hornbeam (Carpinus turczaninowii) bonsai progression—a full, 1h19m working session charting a tree’s recovery, structural reset, and refined design. We cover collaborative problem-solving, branch adjustment methods that protect hornbeam fibers, timing flexibility across the growing season, and a pruning/wiring cadence that builds ramification without stalling vigor. If you’re serious about deciduous bonsai, this is your Carpinus blueprint. What you’ll learn Build vigor after setbacks: watering, fertilization, light, and protection to drive recovery. Branch adjustment on hornbeam: when to bend, when to cut, how to avoid splitting. Timing & flexibility: aligning repot, cutback, defoliation, and wiring to tree condition. Pruning + wiring flow: clip-and-grow, bud selection, and setting primaries/secondaries. Evolving the design: trunk line, massing, nebari priorities, and long-term silhouette. Aftercare commitments that lock in gains and sustain ramification. Chapters Tree Care and Recovery - 06:00 Branch Adjustment Methods - 39:58 Timing and Flexibility - 43:19 Pruning and Wiring - 46:43 Design and Evolution - 01:11:19 Commitment to Care - 01:16:01 Keep learning → Mirai Academy Deep species library, live Q&A, and step-by-step courses. Start a free trial at Mirai Academy: https://live.bonsaimirai.com/academy Get the Mirai App (iOS & Android) Plan seasonal work and reminders for Korean hornbeam: iOS Mirai Mobile: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mirai-mobile/id6447142062 Android Mirai Mobile: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonsaimirai&hl=en-US&pli=1 Resources Korean hornbeam species profile & care guide: https://bonsaimirai.com/species/korean-hornbeam-bonsai Who it’s for Beginners through pros working deciduous bonsai—especially Carpinus. Support the channel Like ?, comment your hornbeam challenge, and subscribe for more progressions. Hashtags #Bonsai #KoreanHornbeam #Carpinus #DeciduousBonsai #BonsaiProgression #BonsaiWiring #BonsaiDesign #Nebari #Ramification #BonsaiMirai

In this video, Yannick Kiggen answers the question; How to treat pests and diseases on bonsai? The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey, consider enrolling in one of our online courses. We dive deep in the essential techniques, with world renowned teachers like Masahiko Kimura, Shinji Suzuki, Bjorn Bjorholm and many others. For the courses, the curriculums and free previews see: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses/explore Bonsai Empire began in 2000 as a small online platform dedicated to sharing the art and knowledge of bonsai. Over the years, it has grown into a global hub for bonsai enthusiasts, offering high-quality tutorials, in-depth courses, and expert guidance to support learners at every stage. We are so happy to celebrate our birthday with 25 bonsai masters from around the world. https://uppbeat.io/t/nicolas-kluzek/sweet-vibes License code: D1XV7MYCMASFLFX0 Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses

Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses