Synopsis

A single plant, carefully cultivated in a pot, offers a miniature world of natural beauty – this is the art of bonsai. While historically associated with older generations in Japan, bonsai is experiencing a surge in popularity among younger people and women. This installment of Japanology Plus explores the art of bonsai, examining how these living sculptures embody a unique Japanese perspective on nature. Joining us is Minoru Akiyama, a rising talent in the world of bonsai cultivation. And in ou