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Friday, May 15, 2020

Ikebana Flowers at Yume Japanese Gardens



Ikebana, which translates to “making flowers alive,” is a Japanese art form. Fresh flowers and natural elements including twigs, sticks, and foliage are arranged in specific designs to create beauty, harmony, and sensory pleasure. 

Post updated 2/17/2024

Although the Spring Ikebana Festival was held in February 2020 at the Yume Japanese Gardens in central Tucson, I present my post today.

I've learned through research and life experience that seeing flowers in natural surroundings provides grounding energy and a connection to Mother Earth.

Flowers have a way of brightening the day, reducing stress, and are a boon to health. Read about additional ways flowers boost well-being here.

The Ikebana tradition dates back to the 7th century, yet its minimalist aesthetic fits easily into modern life. 

 I invite you to come along with me as we walk around the Yume gardens, and view the color-rich Ikebana floral designs.



Ikebana Flowers at Yume Japanese Gardens








The Yume Japanese Gardens, located at 2130 N. Alvernon Way in central Tucson, AZ, is closed temporarily. Check back for hours, days of operation, and admission fees at 520-303-3945. 

Patricia Deridder, Founder and Executive Director advises: the garden is closed to the public in May, yet a community project has been launched to provide hope and healing to hearts frayed by the coronavirus. 

It’s called 1,000 Cranes, 1,000 Dreams. For information about this creative origami project, look for details on the gardens' website.
















Have you ever seen an Ikebana exhibit and where?

This garden has many Ikebana shows and here's a link to Stunning Flower Design at Yume Japanese Gardens 

Would you like to know how to create an Ikebana Flower Arrangement? There are several online courses you might like to investigate and many books written about this art form.

Please comment in the section below.

Which floral display is your favorite and why?

What additional life affirming ways do you use to reduce stress and which self-care methods help you relax during the day? 

If you'd be so kind, please offer ideas up to my readers in the comments section below.

I read every comment and appreciate social shares with a link back to this post.

Before I sign off, I'm delighted to share a link to an article I wrote that has been published in the May 2020 Issue of Natural Awakenings Magazine. 

It reveals one of my favorite self-care tips to reduce stress. Enjoy!



Using Journal Writing to Reduce Stress.




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16 comments:

  1. Looks like an interesting place to visit! Thanks so much for linking up with me at my #UnlimitedMonthlyLinkParty 12, open May 1 to 26. All party entries shared if social media buttons installed.

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    1. My pleasure to link up at #UnlimitedMonthlyLinkParty 12. So many interesting and entertaining posts. Have a great weekend and stay safe and well.

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  2. Beautiful designs - I find Japanese ikebana calming. Lovely post!

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  3. Hi Carol, Thanks so much for the visit and kind words. Have an enjoyable day and stay safe and well.

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  4. Thanks, Nancy, for sharing the beautiful Ikebana floral designs. I visited Japan and loved my time there. #MLSTL

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    1. You're welcome. It's wonderful that you've traveled to Japan and loved your time there Natalie. So happy to party with you at #MLSTL. Stay safe and well.

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  5. So very beautiful. Thanks for sharing them. #MLSTL

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    1. I loved taking pictures of this beautiful exhibit and glad you enjoyed seeing them. Stay safe and well and have a great day.

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  6. Hi Nancy, I have not heard the term “Ikebana” before. Flowers do always put a smile on my face. I enjoy all of the flower arrangements. For some reason I am drawn towards the second one from the bottom with the one yellow flower. Thank you for sharing a beautiful, feel good post! #MLSTL and shared on SM

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    1. Hi Erica/Erika so happy you were able to learn something new through seeing my blog. Colors appeal to us at the sensory level and bypass thinking. There's no need to understand it just enjoy it. Good partying with you at #MLSTL. Be safe and well and lead a colorful life.

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  7. These arrangements are lovely (and very calming and serene) Nancy - my Mum and her mother were both very into floral art and these arrangements reminded me of the ones around our home when I was a child.
    Thanks for linking up with us at MLSTL and I've shared on my SM 😊

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    1. I agree the Ikebana flower arrangements are lovely, calming, and serene. Do I sense a little bit of nostalgia Leanne? What a coincidence. My mom and her sister (my favorite aunt) often made flower art, when I was a child. Thanks for hosting #MLSTL and stay safe, well, and lead a colorful life.

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  8. I find that flowers always have a very positive affect on my mood! Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos from the Ikebana Japanese Gardens. I am not familiar with them, but sounds like a place I would like to visit. Thanks for sharing

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    1. Thanks for your visit and comment Judee. Yes, flowers are wonderful for brightening our day. Have a beautiful weekend and be safe and well.

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  9. These flowers are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Thanks so much to you Penny for the visit and kind words. Be safe and stay well and have fun weekend.

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