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Welcome to the Shohin Bonsai Online School. 

Shohin bonsai is 8“ (20cm) or less in height. A tree in a pot you can hold in the palm of your hand.

The aesthetics of the small trees are appealing to many, as is the relaxed atmosphere and joy of handling tiny trees.

The garden is named Kisetsu-en which translated from Japanese means ” The garden of the changing seasons”. 

We cover the different aspects of bonsai art and enthusiast needs for simple materials turned into high-quality bonsai over time. Styling, growing advice, seasonal caretaking, displaying, and much more with focus on the smallest bonsai.

Live education with chat so you get direct responses. 

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20 year anniversary testimonials

Congratulations on the 20th anniversary of your website and teaching platform Shohin Bonsai Europe！
I’m very happy and feeling proud that you are teaching and spreading shohin bonsai to all over the world.......
Tomohiro Masumi
Tomohiro MasumiPresident of All Japan Shohin Bonsai Association
I know many folks around the world, young and old, have been inspired by your journey to do the same.
Shohin bonsai is one of the most difficult aspects of bonsai art, but you have managed to create many fantastic little trees, often with humble material...
Bjorn Bjorholm
Bjorn BjorholmEisei-en
If there is one person in Europe standing out for making shohin bonsai popular, it is you.
Your enthusiasm and friendly way of teaching has inspired so many people!...
Heike van Gunst
Heike van GunstChief editor of BONSAI ART magazine, Germany
Shohin Bonsai has developed across Europe mostly down to your dedication and enthusiasm for the art.
You have studiously and creatively crafted a fabulous collection and shared that knowledge on your learning platform.
Tony Tickle
Tony TickleBonsai artist
Thanks for all you have done to build the Bonsai, and Shohin bonsai, community in Europe!
Oscar Jonker
Oscar JonkerBonsai Empire
You have meant a great deal for bonsai in Denmark which i know the danish bonsai community is grateful for.
Emil Wolff
Emil WolffChairman, Danish Bonsai Society
As everything gets more expensive and living spaces get smaller, Shohin is perfect for anybody to enjoy the amazing world of Bonsai and to enjoy the lifelong care of pieces of nature.
Tony Bebb
Tony BebbBrisbane International Bonsai School
Kisetsu-en along with Morten’s two published books, represent the go to sources for help and information
on managing both the joys and challenges that the smaller size bonsai bring.
Mark Akins
Mark AkinsBeechfield Bonsai and The Bonsai Show Live
Long time ago, exactly in 1993, we started our bonsai life. As every beginner we started with all kinds of trees. In short time the passion for the little ones, for the shohin, grew more and more, for both of us. We dedicated most of our time to these small bonsai.
Roland Schatzer
Roland Schatzer
You did such and still do, for the rest of the non Asian world. With your excellent website and your never lasting enthusiasm. Thank you for the efforts, I am grateful for the knowledge you shared with so many people. More than we ever could reach.
Daan Giphart
Daan Giphart
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Weekly new content is released with a special focus on Shohin bonsai and middle-sized bonsai.

Episodes on special techniques, caretaking and styling. Following the seasons live.

Learn to grow your own bonsai using simple and affordable material.

Monthly LIVE Q&A for members + bonsai LIVE streaming. 

Personal bonsai coaching to raise the level of your bonsai collection.

Online teaching with world-renowned Shohin bonsai expert Morten Albek.

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Styling and techniques
Bonsai through the seasons
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Aesthetics and displaying
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SHOHIN BONSAI EUROPE - SINCE 2003

Design

Bonsai styling with a natural approach to bring out the best of bonsai design is one of my focus points in bonsai.

CARETAKING

In all my education I have a high focus on caretaking. Health and daily care of bonsai goes hand in hand with design to make bonsai successful.

Spirit

My focus on bonsai is closely related to nature. Bringing in the best of the tradition with a modern approach.

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LIVE

Live lectures recorded + monthly LIVE Q&A is a cornerstone of my teaching at Kisetsu-en. It is your chance to get response and advice for your bonsai, and join the friendly community at Kisetsu-en.

Online

My bonsai teaching platform BONSAI ON is produced with HQ video and streaming service. Watch on your tablet or smartphone anywhere and anytime.

BONSAI ON

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