School Events
Ohara School
31.01.2026 - Shoko Holness with her friends Ikebana Exhibition
Venue: Crown Court Church of Scotland, London
Students of the Ohara School in London are organising a special exhibition in honour of Shoko Holness sensei, a long-standing member of IIL and the founder of the Ohara School of Ikebana England Chapter. This exhibition is an expression of gratitude for her dedication as a Ikebana teacher and a celebration of her lasting contributions to the Ikebana community.
Sogetsu School
17.01.2026 - New Year 2026 Workshop
Venue: Pax Lodge, London NW3 5PQ
The theme for this workshop will be “Using Both Fresh and Unconventional Materials ” as described in Sogetsu Text book 4-11, and the workshop will be led by Shoko Koizumi-Hanson sensei. When considering unconventional materials perhaps look at every day household items or something which is commonly seen in daily life, for example: torn cardboard, plastic filing folder, wired polystyrene foam, rubber tubes, paper, metal, wire, stones, drinking straws and see how these items will be harmonised or contrasted in your arrangement alongside fresh materials.
21.03.2026 - AGM & Special Demonstration ~ Master Instructor Yuka Sumura
Venue: Pax Lodge, London NW3 5PQ
This year’s Annual General Meeting will feature a special demonstration by Yuka Sumura, Master Instructor of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Her presentation, “Sogetsu 100 Years: Past & Future,” will explore the evolution of ikebana, blending tradition with contemporary artistic perspectives. With an international exhibition career and advisory work with Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Yuka Sumura brings deep expertise in artistic practice, cultural exchange, and flower education to what promises to be a memorable and inspiring event.
Learn more about the event at Sogetsu-ryu London Branch