Inaugaration of the ikebana display at the European External Action Service
2025/4/8
On Monday 7th April, the Mission of Japan to the European Union had the pleasure of inaugurating a special ikebana display at the European Union External Action Service.
This ikebana was given to the European External Action Service by the Mission of Japan to the European Union to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its establishment and the enduring partnership between Japan and the EU, based on trust, shared values and a commitment to global prosperity and stability.
It also celebrates the opening of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai in Japan on the 13th of April for a six-month period, which will bring together people and innovations from around the world under the theme, “Designing Future Society for Our Lives” in an effort to create a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative world together.
This ikebana was given to the European External Action Service by the Mission of Japan to the European Union to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its establishment and the enduring partnership between Japan and the EU, based on trust, shared values and a commitment to global prosperity and stability.
It also celebrates the opening of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai in Japan on the 13th of April for a six-month period, which will bring together people and innovations from around the world under the theme, “Designing Future Society for Our Lives” in an effort to create a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative world together.
This floral arrangement was thoughtfully prepared by the Belgium Chapter of Ikebana International, a worldwide, nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion and appreciation of ikebana founded in 1956. The Ikebana International Hana Chapter of Belgium includes 3 ikebana schools, namely Ikenobo, Sogetsu and Ohara.
Ikebana is a Japanese tradition showcasing the art of beautifully arranged cut stems, leaves, and flowers in vases and other containers that evolved over seven centuries. The choice of what flowers to arrange is guided by the desire to create harmony between flower and container and to find flowers that blend in well with its surroundings. Ikebana focuses on using as few stems and leaves as possible in composing elegant contours that highlight the flowers' beauty.
Ikebana is a Japanese tradition showcasing the art of beautifully arranged cut stems, leaves, and flowers in vases and other containers that evolved over seven centuries. The choice of what flowers to arrange is guided by the desire to create harmony between flower and container and to find flowers that blend in well with its surroundings. Ikebana focuses on using as few stems and leaves as possible in composing elegant contours that highlight the flowers' beauty.
