Ohara Ikebana Classes in Massachusetts
Explore the beauty of Ohara Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging. Our classes introduce students to the distinctive forms and techniques of the Ohara School, including Moribana, while exploring flowers, branches, and seasonal materials.
Have questions about classes, schedules, availability, or demonstrations? Please feel free to contact our instructors directly.
Newton
Instructors: Hiroko Matsuyama, Ping Wong and Debby Wong
Interested in learning Ikebana in Newton? For information about classes or other Ikebana-related inquiries, please contact Ping Wong. She would be happy to answer your questions.
Email: Oharaschoolma@outlook.com or pingwong@comcast.net
Phone: 617-584-6942
Hiroko Matsuyama
Hiroko Matsuyama is the leader and President of the Ohara School of Ikebana Massachusetts Chapter. She is a Sub-Grand Master in the Ohara School of Ikebana. Hiroko started practicing Ikebana in high school, was granted her 1st Term Masters Certification in 1995, and moved to Boston from Osaka, Japan in 1997. She is a member of the North American Ohara Teachers Association (NAOTA) and Ikebana International Boston Chapter. Hiroko has demonstrated her Ikebana in the New England area and beyond.
Ping Wong & Debby Wong
Ping Wong and Debby Wong are certified instructors of the Massachusetts Chapter of the Ohara School of Ikebana holding the rank of the Third Master’s Degree in January of 2026. With over 8 years of experience and active members of the Ohara School community, they trained under Hiroko Matsuyama. Ping and Debby are dedicated to teaching the traditional aesthetic of the Ohara school, focusing on the careful selection of seasonal materials to create asymmetrical, yet balanced, arrangements that bring the essence of nature indoors. Both Ping and Debby are active Board Members of the Ohara School MA Chapter and also members of The North American Ohara Teachers Association (NAOTA).
Millbury
Instructor: Tom Maney
Interested in learning Ikebana in Millbury and the Worcester area? For information about classes, demonstrations, or other Ikebana-related inquiries, please contact Tom Maney. He would be happy to answer your questions.
Email: info@zenshinkan.com
Class Location
Zenshinkan Dojo
175 W Main St, Millbury, MA 01527
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Tom Maney began practicing Ikebana in 2006 and received his Instructor Certificate in the Ohara School of Ikebana in 2012. Tom is the Secretary of the Ohara School of Ikebana Massachusetts Chapter. He is also a member of the North American Ohara Teachers Association (NAOTA).
