Naohiro Kasuya - Headmaster (lemoto)
Pictured here is Lemoto (headmaster) of the Ichiyo School of Ikebana, and son of the late Akihiro Kasuya, from whom he learned Ikebana from an early age. On January 20th 2019, he inherited leadership of Ichiyo Ikebana School to become the 4th generation headmaster. His late father encouraged developing one’s imagination through their own interpretation of nature, saying “if flower arranging is to be truly fulfilling, it should be a reflection of oneself.” Naohiro is following the legacy of his late father.
Ikebana, also known as kado, or the “way of flowers,” is a traditional Japanese art form that involves the arrangement of flowers and other natural materials in a stylized manner. Ikebana cherished by both experts and novices. This new generation of enthusiasts are drawn to its innovative spirit and contemporary style.
