The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

Central Ohio Shibui Ikebana

The Columbus Chapter of the Ohara School of Ikebana
Cultivating creativity, connection, and appreciation of nature

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Flowers and plant materials are included in every class. Bring your own container, kenzan, and scissors if you have them, or simply request to borrow what you need when you register. No special equipment or previous experience is required to get started.

Featured Classes & Resources

2026-10-21 Moribana Chokuritsu-kei - Upright Style Lesson (Wed 10/21/26 4 PM)

$35.00

2026-11-14 Heika Kasui-kei - Cascading Style Lesson (Sat 11/14/26 10:30 AM)

$35.00

2026-11-18 Heika Kasui-kei - Cascading Style Lesson (Wed 11/18/26 4 PM)

$35.00

Hana-gata Cards (card-style textbook) English translation with a binder

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Ikebana Journal

Cambridge High School students experience Japanese culture through an Ohara ikebana workshop in Columbus, Ohio

Events & Experiences

September 15, 2026

From Science Class to Ikebana: Cambridge High School Students Experience Japanese Culture

Central Ohio Ohara Ikebana students gathering plant materials outdoors for a Moribana lesson in Ostrander, Ohio.

Events & Experiences

September 13, 2026

From Nature to Arrangement: An Outdoor Ohara Ikebana Experience

Vintage newspaper-style graphic announcing that Central Ohio Shibui is now an Ohara School Chapter, featuring Joe Rotella’s colorful ikebana arrangement and the headline “We’re a Chapter!”

Chapter News

September 9, 2026

From Study Group to Chapter: A New Milestone for Ohara Ikebana in Central Ohio

Vintage newspaper-style announcement celebrating Central Ohio Shibui Ikebana's recognition as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, featuring the headline “We're Officially Nonprofit!” and an official Ohara School ikebana arrangement with pink lilies, purple flowers, and seasonal greenery.

Chapter News

August 26, 2026

Growing for the Future: Central Ohio Shibui Is Now a 501(c)(3) Public Charity

What People Are Saying

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I really enjoy studying Ohara Ikebana with Joe. His classes are fun and relaxing. Ikebana nourishes my heart and brings me joy. It also helps heal my mind and body and enriches my soul. I am very happy to be part of Central Ohio Shibui.

Mei W.

Columbus, OH

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I leave every lesson knowing I can make a beautiful Ohara arrangement at home. The handout makes it easy to remember what I learned.

Tiffany S.C.

Columbus, OH

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This is a great way to learn the art of Japanese flower arranging. Friendly atmosphere and beautiful flowers. What’s not to love!

Jan S.

Reynoldsburg, OH

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Discover the elegance of Ohara Ikebana — a distinctive art form celebrating natural materials, asymmetrical designs, strategic use of empty space, and harmonious compositions.

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Central Ohio Shibui Ikebana

New to Ikebana? You're Welcome Here.

Featured Classes & Resources

Ikebana Journal

From Science Class to Ikebana: Cambridge High School Students Experience Japanese Culture

From Nature to Arrangement: An Outdoor Ohara Ikebana Experience

From Study Group to Chapter: A New Milestone for Ohara Ikebana in Central Ohio

Growing for the Future: Central Ohio Shibui Is Now a 501(c)(3) Public Charity

What People Are Saying

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Over 100 Years of History and Innovation