WORKSHOP by MASTER DAVID KOMEIJI, SAGA GORYU SCHOOL OF IKEBANA

The Saga Goryu School of Ikebana’s philosophic roots originated during the ninth century grounded in Shingon Buddhism.  An overarching goal of this practise is to have all people gain ‘enlightenment’ in their lifetime. Reinforcing the idea that humans are part of the universal landscape and are responsible to create harmony and peace in their immediate surroundings and larger environment. As such, Saga Goryu Ikebana embodies these values and expresses them through their arrangements. 

Saga Goryu Ikebana embodies these values and expresses them through their arrangements.

The concept of ‘Funi’ (不ニ) nonduality; “not two” is fundamental to understanding Saga Goryu ikebana. Saga Goryu’s arrangements are created in a ‘context’. The reason for the arrangement, selection of display space, vase, arrangement stand, and materials all set the scene for the arrangement. The idea that an arrangement is the most important item, neglects the other contextual components and detracts from the ikebana works.