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Retrospective

Posted on April 14, 2013 by japanesepots

It’s been 2 years since I started this website, in May 2011, and I’m very happy to report that it’s become the go to English resource worldwide for information, edification, and identification of Bonsai pottery. This month marks another milestone … Continue reading →

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Bonsai Sekai Articles

Posted on March 31, 2013 by japanesepots

Last November I documented the tour where I guided Japanese bonsai professionals Toriumi Atsuishi and Endo Shoichi around the best Bonsai that the American Northeast had to offer. Their articles on the trip appeared in the February and March issues … Continue reading →

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The 8th JSB Association Pottery Exhibition

Posted on March 30, 2013 by japanesepots

Every Year I look forward to the release of images and results from the Japanese Shohin Bonsai Association’s Kobachi exhibition. The exhibition features the work of 50 potters chosen by Mr. Urushibata, showcasing both advanced amateurs and professional bonsai potters. … Continue reading →

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Shohin Bonsai Around My Garden 2

Posted on February 18, 2013 by japanesepots

So, In the midst of repotting over the last week, I took the time to snap the annual spring progress photos of my bonsai, and figured I’d share. Itoigawa Shimpaku Cascade on a quick makeshift lace rock stand(due for a … Continue reading →

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American Owner to show at Kokufu Ten 2013

Posted on January 22, 2013 by japanesepots

For the last couple of shows, American Bonsai collector Douglas Paul of the Kennet Collection has shown trees in the most prestigious Japanese Bonsai Exhibition, Kokufu Ten. I believe he’s had 3 trees accepted into the show. This year, another … Continue reading →

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Kiln Openings I’d Buy Tickets To

Posted on January 12, 2013 by japanesepots

I’ve seen much recently about kiln openings here in the states being great events, and the best place to get first dibs on a potter’s work. Notably, Ron Lang holds kiln opening events, and I’m sure they’re great…such an event, … Continue reading →

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2012 in review

Posted on December 31, 2012 by japanesepots

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: 19,000 people fit into the new Barclays Center to see Jay-Z perform. This blog was viewed about 110,000 times in 2012. If it were … Continue reading →

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Seedling Time!

Posted on December 3, 2012 by japanesepots

It’s that time of year again! Bare root seedling time! Growing bonsai from seed can be extremely rewarding(if you’re young and/or have access to a place to grow in the ground). By growing from seedling, as an artist, you have … Continue reading →

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New Logos! ABS!

Posted on November 22, 2012 by japanesepots

Hello All! It’s been a bit! Winter prep(such as it is here un the deep south)has been in full swing, so I haven’t had much time to post anything. But, there are many good posts in the works to help … Continue reading →

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Bonsai Gardens of the Northeast Part 2

Posted on October 23, 2012 by japanesepots

Thursday morning brought us to see Chase Rosade at Rosade Bonsai Studio. Like Suthin, Chase has also pared down his collection, but it was a pleasure to see his garden, studio, and trees nonetheless. He was kind enough to show … Continue reading →

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