Setsuko Yanagisawa, floristry teacher

Setsuko Yanagisawa
Yuga Floral Design

Yuga Floral Design

Floristry Teacher

location_on Sydney

local_activity classes: IkebanaFlower ArrangementFlower WreathDried Flower ArrangementFloristry

4.9 (455)
Instagram followers2k

I am a passionate qualified florist and teacher, with over 15 years of experience in floristry. I am the founder of Yuga Floral Design in Glebe.

I am specialised in Japanese (Ikebana) and European styles of arrangement. My work expresses a contemporary marriage between the exquisitely refined traditions of Japanese floral art Ikebana, and the vibrant textures and colours of Australia. I regularly provide flower arrangements for Sydney University, Sydney restaurants like Masuya Group, weddings, and more.

My Ikebana journey started at a young age, with the Ikebana that my mother created with flowers picked from the fields and gardens around our home, and has continued and evolved ever since.

Flowers to heal your soul.

Let's arrange flowers.






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(455)


Alex Liao Mar 2024


Sesuko is absolutely AMAZING. Her style of flower arrangements is so unique and classy, and she somehow manages to transform the most amateur arrangements from students into the most beautiful, classy arrangements. Would highly recommend and will definitely come back with a friend, or my mum or sister as a birthday present.

Sunny Liao Mar 2024

3 ClassBento workshops attended


I love Ikebana’s class so much! Welcome and inspiring class we are allowed to be creative and engaging at the same time

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Sunny Liao - Sydney

Erin Allen Mar 2024


A relaxing way to spend a morning with my mum. Setsuko chooses a variety of seasonal flowers and demonstrated a few styles for assembling them. You leave with quite a sizable bouquet and Setsuko is very talented at floral arrangement.

Next time I think I'd opt for an afternoon time so I can enjoy the local area more beforehand :)

Susan Gay Feb 2024


Great class with lots of useful advice.
Loved that it was so hands on, and had the opportunity to work with the different kinds of flowers.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Susan Gay - Sydney

Kaye White Feb 2024


Great class. Very informative. Teacher was very patient and happy to share her knowledge. Fully recommend it

Alison Breen Feb 2024


I received a gift voucher for my birthday to Setsuko's ikebana class. My daughter and I attended this today and we both absolutely loved our time with Setsuko. We learned much about ikebana and Setsuko had a wonderful array of flowers and foliage to choose from to make our ikebana arrangements. We took our flowers home with us and they look beautiful. I strongly recommend this class and feel it made a wonderful birthday gift. Thank you Setsuko :)

Felicia Xaveria Suteja Feb 2024


My mum and I had a great time in setsuko's class! She was very friendly and insightful. The class brought me a sense of calmness and we left feeling happy. I would definetly recommend Setsuko's ikebana class if you're looking into floristy or if you need to feel more grounded ️

The Ashleys Feb 2024


This class was a pre-COVID gift and Setsuko has been wonderful in allowing us to reschedule a few times. She is so generous in sharing her knowledge and skills. We had a lot of fun creating our arrangements and learning how to improve them. There was a wonderful variety of flowers to choose from so our creativity was truly fostered.
I would have loved to have been able to take the arrangements home but that would require us to provide our own vase and ‘flower frog’. We did bring the flowers home and I get to enjoy them in my own vases (albeit not in the Ikebana style).
I love that Ikebana uses minimal flowers, and am looking forward to applying my new skills in the future.

Kit Ching Wong Feb 2024

14 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Had a great time and took some lovely flowers home. Thanks Setsuko for your guidance!

Floristry class review by Kit Ching Wong - Sydney

Sheryl Lee Jan 2024


Setsuko was welcoming, knowledgeable and encouraged us to tap into our creativity while offering helpful advice.
The venue was easy to find and the atmosphere very calming.
I’ve developed a love of ikebana from this experience.

Isabelle Shaw Jan 2024


Setsuko is an amazing teacher with so much knowledge about Ikebana. She guided us through the history and cultural significance of the practice before two demonstrations. Such a wonderful experience and would highly recommend to anyone thinking about learning Ikebana.

Tina La Jan 2024


Omg what an awesome class! Setsuko is amazing at teaching and she was so helpful with ensuring everyone’s bouquet visions came to life! The flowers selected were so pretty too

Floristry class review by Tina La - Sydney

Judith Pointing Jan 2024


The venue 172 St John's Road Glebe was a little difficult to find as the space is a private apartment of the teacher Setsuko Yangisawa and is located above a Greek restaurant. A waitress from the restaurant had been asked if she saw anyone that looked like they might be looking for access to the Ikebana class to direct them upstairs, which was a grey door beside the entrance to the restaurant. Signage on the grey door would have made it easy to find the class. As this area was off a small courtyard in front of the restaurant but behind a high wrought iron black fence. All class participants felt that the steps leading up to the apartment were a bit dangerous, and it felt quite odd to be entering the private home of someone.
The class had just started when I arrived, the space being used was Setsuko's dining room which opened onto a courtyard via two glass doors. The space was very small and very hot, having the courtyard doors open provided us with some respite from the hot day.
Setsoko's accent was quite strong and a little hard to understand what she was saying. There were four Japanese ladies in the class who were spoken to in Japanese, I felt that this was a positive thing for them but when you have a class and you are the teacher I felt that English should have been the main language spoken, as it was an advantage to the Japanese Students but not so for the rest of us.
The flowers were fresh and colourful. Having never done Ikebana before I was not sure they were the best choice of flower that would be suitable.
We were all supplied with a water filled bowl, soon we were given a Kenzan Flower Stand which was immersed in the water. Setsuko set about explaining the principles of Ikebana and demonstrated two examples for us. We then selected our own flowers and produced a product based on her instructions.
We were then given the opportunity to choose a vase and produce a second piece of work based on her next example. The vases were down a hallway after the kitchen and in what looked like a bedroom perhaps. The vases all lined up on shelving and on the floor. The space was a bit gloomy and dark, in fact it was right at the top of the stairs which I just happened to glance to my right and observe the descent down. Really needs a gate here to stop any falls.
I don't feel that the class was good value for money, the venue was way too small and too hot. This made for a very uncomfortable two hours. I was glad to leave carefully on the very shiny winding staircase. Setsuko mentioned that she used to have a shop front but I did not understand why she no longer had one, but ideally I think that this sort of class definitely required more space, and more light. Professionally held in a proper venue supporting the students and teacher. And not in a private home. I don't have much desire to learn any more ikebana techniques, I was not blown away from what I learnt. And truthfully I could probably do better with a book or YouTube video. Regards Judy

Chikako Nakase Jan 2024


Setsuko sensei’s explanation was very clear, easy to understand. We had variety of flowers and vases to choose from. I learned a lot and realized I need lots of practice. It was such a great experience.

Floristry class review by Chikako Nakase - Sydney

Tiffany Kuo Jan 2024


The ikebana class with Setsuko is 100% worth it. Such an authentic and peaceful experience with tips and light corrections peppered throughout so the educational aspect is not overwhelming.

Floristry class review by Tiffany Kuo - Sydney

Angela Villate Jan 2024


Great way to spend time with mum. We both loved the class. The flowers that were provided were so beautiful. The class was very useful and a good bases for practicing at home!

Phoebe Shu Jan 2024


Ikebana may look simple but it’s more complicated than it looks. Glad that I attended the class to experience the culture of Ikebana and it’s very enjoyable!

Mirand Burger Dec 2023


It was exactly what we were looking for. We learned a bit of Japanese culture and composition through doing this course. Setsuko was absolutely lovely and thought us in a very nice way, by creating wonderful energy in the room.

Audrey Blyde Dec 2023


Setsuko was very sweet and generous to have me in her studio! It was such a lovely time. She had a generous range of flowers to choose from and she is very talented! Was a pleasure.

Helen Molloy Nov 2023


Had a very enjoyable afternoon with Setsuko. We learnt about the philosophy behind Ikebana. Then observed Satsuko put together two flower displays and we also got to create two flower displays. Then critiqued and assisted to improve by Setsuko. The flower choice was really lovely.

Nao Motegi Nov 2023


Such a peaceful class! Was able to learn how to assemble a pretty bouquet and very satisfied!

Louise Reeson Oct 2023


Sensako is a wonderful teacher, providing the history & background of the art of Ikebana. She is incredibly patient and knowledgable and made us feel very welcome and shared her ideas with us to learn to creat our own arrangements.

Laraine Thomson Oct 2023


Fun relaxed and very informative class.
Great choice of foliage and flowers to use for arrangements.

Thankyou Setsuko

Kathryn Oct 2023


Thoroughly enjoyed the class inspired by the beautiful arrangements the teacher and class created.
I love the sharing of cultures and traditions.

Jessica Lightfoot Oct 2023


Setsuko was a wonderful teacher and an extremely talented artist. We had a great array of flowers to learn with and gained a great understanding of the concepts of Ikebana!

Therese Phu Oct 2023


Setsuko was an amazing teacher. We learned a little about the principles of Ikebana and Japanese culture. The class was hands on and it was a lovely way to spend a morning. Thank you!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Therese Phu - Sydney

Sonia Audoly Oct 2023


Great experience and fun. The teacher was very hands on in helping and e planning how we could create better pieces.

Yasmyn Molina Oct 2023


Setsuko was so sweet and patient and knowledgeable. She gave very easy instructions and the kindest feedback to our flower arrangements! She made the experience so peaceful and it was so inspiring to see her passion for this art. I loved this class so much and Setsuko was so inspirational and kind!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Yasmyn Molina - Sydney

Elizabeth Bourikov Oct 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended


We loved Setsuko's ikebana class. She gave us some theory before we started and a quick demo. We got to do 2 arrangements with a quick critique for each person (this was very helpful in seeing how little changes could make a big difference). It was a very relaxed and comfortable atmosphere with all materials provided. We went home with some beautiful flowers too! We would definitely recommend the class to others

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Elizabeth Bourikov - Sydney

Sheila Day Oct 2023


Throughly enjoyed the class
A nice relaxing afternoon
Some very helpful tips were given
Fantastic range of vases to choose from

Katie Pennel Sep 2023


Lovely intimate class with an amazing large and luxurious bouquet to take home! The whole experience was very relaxing and in a lovely environment surrounded by beautiful flowers

Floristry class review by Katie Pennel - Sydney

Jessica Bray Sep 2023


Teacher was amazing! So lovely and kind, and so skilled. We loved every second of it! Highly recommend

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Jessica Bray - Sydney

Leanne Smith Aug 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Our instructor, Setsuko was patient and helpful. All the flowers were provided, and a lovely choice of different flowers were available. We had a great time learning new skills and planning when to put them into practice next.

Kerrie Peterson Aug 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


A lovely restful way to spend a couple of hours seeing flower arranging with fresh eyes. Our lovely instructor, Setsuko was very knowledgeable and provided some beautiful materials - vases and flowers to work with.

Floristry class review by Kerrie Peterson - Sydney

Sophia Le Aug 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We were awed by the beautiful and peaceful space that Setsuko created for us to learn in.

Surrounded by plants and flowers, we welcomed Spring with a 2 hour beginners session that flew by far too quickly. My mum and I had a wonderful time and I was inspired by the history of Ikebana that Setsuko shared with us. Embracing the beauty of life and death in nature and appreciating what we have available to us.

Would recommend this class to everyone wanting to reconnect with their natural abilities to create and learn new ways of viewing the world.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Sophia Le - Sydney

Elizabeth Devine Aug 2023


Sestsuko is a delightful teacher. The class was conducted in beautiful surroundings and using fresh and stunning flowers. She created an encouraging environment to learn and provided gentle and helpful feedback on our designs. A wonderful introduction to Ikebana. Highly recommended.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Elizabeth Devine - Sydney

Monisha Chippada Aug 2023


This was such a beautiful class. Setsuko is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced and has a lovely energy that creates such a nice atmosphere to learn in. A great use of two hours.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Monisha Chippada - Sydney

Jana Hyskova Jul 2023


I have spent a lovely and relaxing couple of hours on Sunday morning with Setsuko. Setsuko is a great teacher, she introduced us to the fundamentals of Ikebana in a very simple yet informative way. I was amazed with the arrangements we have produced under her guidance!
Highly recommend this class.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jana Hyskova - Sydney

Jenny Morris Jul 2023


Just spent the most beautiful relaxing and informative 2 hours learning Ikebana. I loved the teaching perspective which was so much more than just the technique but included holistic mind/soul references ( very subtly). I was so pleased with what I produced. Highly recommend! Jenny.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jenny Morris - Sydney

Bettina Wood Jul 2023


We had an incredible Sunday morning class with Setsuko. We loved sharing our own memories about Ikebana and learning more about the history and principles. Setsuko is a beautiful person and highly recommend this class. Thank you

Naomi Martin Jul 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I had great time at this class. I was actually the only one for the session, which made it much more personalised and I got loads of tips! I had a beautiful bouquet and was super happy with a wholesome morning. Thank you for having me!

Floristry class review by Naomi Martin - Sydney

Edwina Lye Jun 2023


We had the loveliest time learning Ikebana. The teacher is very good at expressing the elements to a successful arrangement and it's so amazing to see all the interpretations from other people in the class. Was something I did with my mum as a gift, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. A great skill to have for my next dinner party

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Edwina Lye - Sydney

Hong Dou Jun 2023


Beautiful venue with a passionate teacher. I have had a very enjoyable time and met lovely classmates. Everyone’s creative flower arrangement is so pretty and impressive under our teacher’s guidance. Such a great experience and good value for money. Highly recommended.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Hong Dou - Sydney

Tessa Yap Jun 2023


Great lesson with beautiful flowers! Would definitely recommend it to others or give as a gift!

Joanne Rutkowski Jun 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Booked this for mum on Mother's day and she had a ball. A peaceful and lovely way to spend the afternoon.

Floristry class review by Joanne Rutkowski - Sydney

Amanda Han May 2023


My mum and i really enjoyed Setsuko‘s ikebana class for mother‘s day, the two hours flew by and we got to make two beautiful arrangements. We loved the small class size and the history behind the practice, would highly recommend!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Amanda Han - Sydney

Yuni Prasetianingsih May 2023


Learn a basil trick to make a hand bouquets in few styles . All materials were provided so it’s easy & no hassle , and going home with a beautiful flowers bouquet

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Yuni Prasetianingsih - Sydney

Elaine Sander May 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The Ikebana class was better than we hoped with a lovely mix of flower arranging and mindfulness.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Elaine Sander - Sydney

Amy Coughlan May 2023


I loved my experience and learnt a lot from the teacher, Setsuko. She was lovely, helpful and also had a very calming presence.

Highly recommend

Bowie You May 2023


It was a fun, relaxing and philosophical experience. I really enjoyed it! Highly recommended! Yay

Mirjam Grari May 2023


Great ikebana flower arrangement workshop at Setsuko’s lovely home and studio in Glebe. Setsuko will give you feedback and help you arrange your flowers in a way that you’ve never thought of before. Great for friends-groups, couples or solo.

Floristry class review by Mirjam Grari - Sydney

Michelle Brown Apr 2023

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 9 reviews


The venue was filled with the most gorgeous flowers. The flowers for our bouquet were in the most lovely shades and there was a variety of blooms to use. The teacher was highly experienced and i would definately go to another class.

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Michelle Brown - Sydney

Michelle Brown Apr 2023

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 9 reviews


Such a beautiful experience, the teacher was fantastic, creative and knowledgable. I would highly recommend this class for anyone who loves flowers and being creative.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Michelle Brown - Sydney

Joshua Habib Apr 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko was a fantastic teacher, carefully explained the technique required to make a bouquet and provided everyone in the class equal amounts of attention and assistance. The bouquet at the end was beautiful with such a lovely selection of flowers. Would definitely recommend driving instead of public transport as it was massive.

Lily O'Sullivan Apr 2023


Really lovely class, informative and creative. Setsuko was very supportive and guiding. I really enjoyed this class and will take it with me as a new hobby I have found.

Sara Fearnley Mar 2023


A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Setsuko was lovely and provided us with all the materials we needed, including a variety of fresh flowers. One of the best parts of the workshop was being able to take home our creations - wrapped in beautiful paper.

Floristry class review by Sara Fearnley - Sydney

Lucy Chung Mar 2023


I throughly enjoy the class. The teacher is very experienced and can help students to transform their arrangements into very beautiful pieces of art. The setting is very pleasant and many flowers to choose from. I would recommend this class to anyone who want to learn Ikebana arrangement.

Emily Shen Mar 2023


This is a wonderful class that is really relaxing to do on the weekend. As part of the class, you get to witness a number of different arrangements and styles and then you get the opportunity to do two arrangements of your own. All materials are provided on site and you get to keep your flowers at the end.

Setsuko is very knowledgeable and has a great eye - she made a few tweaks to my arrangements that really took them to the next level.

I highly recommend this class and will likely return again in future!

Floristry class review by Emily Shen - Sydney

Viola Tanaya Mar 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 8 reviews


I love the class with Setsuko. She gives direction according to our own arrangement ideas

Floristry class review by Viola Tanaya - Sydney

Cath Simpson Feb 2023


Doing ikebana with Setsuko was both meditative & inspiring. Thanks for a beautiful couple of hours!

Mike Simmons Feb 2023


Learned alot about how to care for flowers and how to arrange them
Came home with beautiful bouquet
I would not recommend going if you have mobility issues as the staircase is treacherous
The teachers were both very informative

Floristry class review by Mike Simmons - Sydney

Candice Care-Unger Feb 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


We had a lovely afternoon. Good size class (small) and an encouraging and helpful teacher. Everyone left with something beautiful (even those with no idea).

Floristry class review by Candice Care-Unger - Sydney

Nicola Guy Feb 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


A fabulous class led by Setsuko. An amazing selection of flowers with great balance between teaching by Setsuko and finding your own creative flair. A lovely sized group too.

Floristry class review by Nicola Guy - Sydney

Kathy Mestre Feb 2023


A demonstration on how to make an arrangement would have been a great way to start the class.
There was a nice selection of preserved flowers. But I think the class is a little over priced.

Elizabeth Newton Feb 2023


Very enjoyable and pleasant atmosphere. Technique teaching very good with lots of individual attention. Generous supply of floral and other materials. It was interesting that despite all having similar materials to work with, each participant produced individual bouquets, and this added to the richness of the learning experience.

Bruce Remmer Jan 2023


Setsuko was charming and delightful. What a wonderful class surrounded by such beautiful flowers. Highly recommended.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Bruce Remmer - Sydney

Dana Bourke Jan 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Overall a very enjoyable experience! Setsuko provided great guidance and was very knowledgeable. She was very good at providing guidance while also giving us space to experiment. Would recommend.

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Dana Bourke - Sydney

Daphne Liu Jan 2023


The class with Setsuko was great fun and it was an enjoyable learning activity to do with friends or family! :)

Floristry class review by Daphne Liu - Sydney

Ann Arnott Jan 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


A calming learning experience from a caring teacher. How to make so few flowers and greenery look so good! Highly recommend. And then quench your thirst at the nearby watering hole, too handy.

Floristry class review by Ann Arnott - Sydney

Ann Arnott Jan 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


A calming learning experience from a caring teacher. How to make so few flowers and greenery look so good! Highly recommend. And then quench your thirst at the nearby watering hole, too handy.

Floristry class review by Ann Arnott - Sydney

Annette Laurie Jan 2023


The Ikebana class with Setsuko was very relaxing and informative.
The class learned some historical information about this particular type of flower arrangement, a little about Kyoto and Japanese culture.
The teacher provided beautiful flower for us to practise some Ikebana .
A wonder experience in beautiful surroundings.
Thank you.

Gaby Marino Dec 2022


Great way to spend a saturday morning - learning a lot in a relaxed environment! Still staring at my beautiful bouquet days later!

Erin Ireland Dec 2022


What a fantastic experience. Setsuko was patient and explained everything well. The venue and supplies were faultless. I highly recommend this class to any novice to bouquet making flower loving out there!

Floristry class review by Erin Ireland - Sydney

Priscilla Gregory Dec 2022


Mum and I had a great day with Setsuko! Mum loves flowers and she loved arranging the flowers and having a chat with Setsuko!
Thank you

Eugenia Vo Nov 2022


Setsuko is very knowledgeable in the art of ikebana. It was very interesting to learn about the history of Japanese flower arrangement. Setsuko was very welcoming of us into her home, and was gentle, patient and helpful in her teaching. There were a vast variety of florals to choose from during the class, and we were able to bring our arrangements home. I highly recommend Setsuko's class for anyone who is looking for a calming and enjoyable activity to spend your afternoon.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Eugenia Vo - Sydney

Viola Tanaya Nov 2022

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 8 reviews


The teacher is very knowledgeable regarding the topic. I love the class (especially the japanese maple and peony flowers!), i think it is also a healing for me.

Floristry class review by Viola Tanaya - Sydney

Jessica Blackburn Nov 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Teacher very knowledgeable and very interesting. The class was taught from her kitchen table in her kitchen. The flowers were good quality and very beautiful, but at the end of the class you remove your flowers from their arrangement and just wrap them up in cellophane to take home, this sort of defeats the purpose of making a striking arrangement. You also need to buy separately the special stand that the flowers sit on, to make them stand up ($35) if you want to recreate the look at home.

Floristry class review by Jessica Blackburn - Sydney

Kerrie Acocks Nov 2022


A wonderful workshop, very patient teacher. Would recommend this class to anyone but loved doing it with one of by girlfriends. Stunning and fresh flowers in a beautiful surroundings.

Floristry class review by Kerrie Acocks - Sydney

Penelope Walster Nov 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I highly recommend this class, I learnt so much about the the techniques of putting together a beautiful bouquet of flowers from fresh market picked flowers. The teacher Setsuko was very friendly, helpful and very informative. I am definitely going back to do the Ikebana Flower Arranging Workshop she offers!

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Penelope Walster - Sydney

Janne McKay Oct 2022


Setsuko was organised and all materials provided. It was a lovely peaceful afternoon and I learned a lot.

Anne-Maree Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Didn't seem organised. Would have been a nice touch to provide Japanese tea or some refreshment. No mention of where amenities were.

Andrew Hickey Oct 2022


The class was excellent. Setsuko was an experienced and patient teacher who provided an interesting and easy to understand demonstration.
Students were then given freedom to create their own arrangements with any of the flowers available. Everything was provided and the whole process was fun and relaxing. The class was held in a cozy and welcoming environment. I would definitely recommend this class, especially for a group of friends coming together.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Andrew Hickey - Sydney

Susan Cruickshank Oct 2022


The teacher was gentle in how she instructed us and gave us insights in to how to place the flowers in the vase and a reason for placing them in certain ways. We had more than enough choice of flowers for what we wanted to do.

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Susan Cruickshank - Sydney

Katie Mackey Oct 2022


Setsuko is a lovely & supportive teacher.
Lots of flower varieties available.
Fun, enjoyable and informative class.

Floristry class review by Katie Mackey - Sydney

Vanessa Moser Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The class was fun & informative for beginners like me and most of all it's about what speaks to you. There's no pressure. Setsuko is very lovely and helpful.

Emma Kean Oct 2022


It was a lovely quiet space to get creative with the beautiful blooms. Thanks so much!

James Anvia Oct 2022

42 ClassBento workshops attended • 29 reviews


great teacher and helpful and suportive and created nice arrangement

enjoyable and venue good and nice supportive enviroment ,,,great experience

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by James Anvia - Sydney

James Anvia Oct 2022

42 ClassBento workshops attended • 29 reviews


great teacher indeed and helpful knowledgable
great venue good helpful ,,, had support all time and thanks so much

Floristry class review by James Anvia - Sydney

Jae Chung Oct 2022


Our teacher was very friendly and instructive, and the small group cap made it a more intimate and enjoyable experience. Happy to try again in the future!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jae Chung - Sydney

Faria Ahmed Oct 2022


Loved the class size and the nice space to get creative. Learned alot and was very inspired to make my own at home. Thank you to Setsuko Yanagisawa for hosting and teaching us.

Great experience!

Floristry class review by Faria Ahmed - Sydney

Vanessa Mozayani Sep 2022

26 ClassBento workshops attended • 26 reviews


Setsuko was a friendly teacher. I attended the class with my sister and mum. We loved learning about the ikebana artform and we’re encouraged to create two beautiful arrangements. Setsuko gave great feedback to improve our arrangements.

Floristry class review by Vanessa Mozayani - Sydney

Karen Lawson-Smith Sep 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko was very knowledgeable and warm. She answered all my questions and it was a great class!

Kerry Cheng Sep 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I really enjoyed the class! I learnt about how to set preserved flowers today. Thank you setsuko!

Floristry class review by Kerry Cheng - Sydney

Carissa Kristanti Sep 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


we enjoyed the class, Setsuko's great and we love the flower selection. highly Recommended! :)

Sabrina Khong Sep 2022


Class was great and setsuko was very thorough and attentive. Thank you for the pretty flowers and the experience. I’ll definitely come for more !

Floristry class review by Sabrina Khong - Sydney

April Sep 2022


Very informative and fun, we learned a lot about the basics of ikebana and did 2 flower arrangements. Setsuko was also super engaging and the time flew by!

Floristry class review by April  - Sydney

Ming Sep 2022


Setsuko Sensei was a patient and funny teacher, and her sensitive remarks and observations are endearing and humbling. We found time flew by quickly as we immersed ourselves with observing the flowers and Setsuko’s teachings closely. It was a really calming experience and has made me want to have a go at home!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Ming  - Sydney

Patti Bai Sep 2022


Setsuko was a wonderful teacher with a calming presence and gave us a clear introduction to Ikebana. My friends and I had a lovely morning and were pleasantly surprised by how well our arrangements turned out.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Patti Bai - Sydney

Jannene Milne Sep 2022


It was a very enjoyable and informative session delivered in a relaxed manner, made more interesting by background information about the art and the country it comes from.

Angela Balafas Sep 2022


Great way to spend an afternoon. Learnt some great tips. Took flowers home and recreated arrangements beautifully.

Sarah Bakker Aug 2022


Lovely and helpful teacher. Learnt a lot and got to keep a beautiful bouquet at the end. Highly recommend. A very peaceful way to spend an hour

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Sarah Bakker - Sydney

Minnie Cai Aug 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Enjoyable class to attend with many flower choices to make arrangements. Setsuko was very helpful and friendly

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Minnie Cai - Sydney

Briar Clark Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Such an informative class, learned so much about the history of ikebana as well as the technical aspects of the arrangement style. Very helpful and attentive. Flowers were very good quality and there was a diverse range of blooms to use.

Floristry class review by Briar Clark - Sydney

Kate Lark Aug 2022


My sister and I did this ikebana session together for my birthday. Setsuko was fabulous and beautifully demonstrated the basics of flower placement into the vase: the vase; the flowers, the stalks and leaves; and the lines. We created two each of our own choosing, took the flowers home, and did it all over again.
We had such fun, thank you so much Setsuko! Highly recommended!

Floristry class review by Kate Lark - Sydney

Florence Cheing Aug 2022


Sensei Is very knowledgeable, my sister an I arranged beautiful bouquets . Thank you for the experience.

Dawn Uchida Aug 2022

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Setsuko's class was wonderful, her teaching was clear and we made two different styles of Ikebana. I did this with my mother and we had a great time learning the beautiful beginnings of Ikebana. Highly recommend and looking forward to doing more classes in future!

Floristry class review by Dawn Uchida - Sydney

Liliana Paton Aug 2022


The teacher was great very helpful and it was a rewarding experience one I would recommend to many.

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Liliana Paton - Sydney

Tamesin Elliott Aug 2022


This was such a great experience! The space was lovely, the Ikebana vases were exquisite, and the teacher was beautiful. I loved every minute. Very peaceful and relaxing, the perfect Saturday afternoon. I went by myself, and everyone else in the class was lovely.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Tamesin Elliott - Sydney

Marianna Clark Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Setsuko was a wonderful teacher! Not only did she provide a vast array (but curated, so as to not be overwhlemed) of dried & preserved flowers/grasses/leaves/etc. but with the small class size it was so easy to get her advise and encouragement as you put your arrangement together. I would definitely recommend this class - I had a lot of fun, and came away with a lovely finished product.

Floristry class review by Marianna Clark - Sydney

Annie Le Aug 2022


I learned about the history of ikebana and the principles behind arranging the flowers. The instructor is well versed and has years of experience in arranging flowers. The class is limited to a few students and that is okay because the instructor can really supervise each students’ works. There’s a lot of flowers to choose from. I can say that overall, I’m happy with the ikebana class and it’s good value for money.

Novita Yudhiari Aug 2022


Had a good time joining this class . Teacher is friendly and very helpful Thank you

Floristry class review by Novita Yudhiari - Sydney

Christine Simpson Aug 2022


Good instruction on basic principles of Ikebana with many lovely flowers to choose from in our 2 arrangements.

Kara Garrett Aug 2022


Great experience! The teacher was very flexible in helping us create our vision and gave lots of tips and tricks without taking over. The flowers provided were gorgeous!

Floristry class review by Kara Garrett - Sydney

Jade Wood Jul 2022


Setsuko's class was amazing! She was very skilled and knowledgeable and enabled us to create amazing floral arrangements.

Floristry class review by Jade Wood - Sydney

Robyn Freer Jul 2022


Lovely workshop with lots of great ideas and quality flowers - I’m so happy with my bouquet! Thank you Setsuko for sharing your talents

Floristry class review by Robyn Freer - Sydney

Michelle Redfern Jul 2022


Setsuko is patient, inspiring and relaxed. She is a lovely story teller with lots of interesting information about the culture and history of Ikebana. Her studio is full of beautiful flowers in abundance! Very artistic approach to display the arrangement of flowers. Thank you :)

Floristry class review by Michelle Redfern - Sydney

Cheree Martin Jul 2022


Great, Setsuko makes it easy to comprehend and understand. Lovely teacher. Thank you. We had a great day :)

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Cheree Martin - Sydney

April L Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko is a lovely teacher,I had a great time, it is a relaxing and pleasant way to spend the weekend :)

Julienne Gillam May 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended


This was a delightful way to spend 2 hours having a go at ikebana.
It was a wonderful introduction to the history of ikebana followed by along two different demos and then giving it a go!
Setsuko is a gem.

Floristry class review by Julienne Gillam - Sydney

Joshua Cruz May 2022


Setsuko was a great teacher. Showed us how to make it first and guided us when making our own. Had a nice little balcony where you can take photos with your completed bouquets. It’s pricey but considering you get to keep your bouquet which would often cost over 2/3 the price this is actually a pretty decent deal. Overall very pleasant and relaxing way to spend the afternoon with mum on Mother’s Day.

Floristry class review by Joshua Cruz - Sydney

Caitlin Rose May 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Very relaxing class and teacher, it is self paced and so easy is definitely beginner friendly.

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Caitlin Rose - Sydney

Amy Guan Apr 2022


This class was so fun and relaxing. Setsuko was very knowledgeable and I’m stoked with the end results

Phuong Lai Apr 2022


We booked Setsuko for my friend's hens. The class was very relaxing and chilled. She was a great teacher. We learnt so much about Japanese culture and Japanese flower arrangements. Definitely recommend!

Tegan McLaren Apr 2022


Absolutely amazing, great way to start a Saturday morning, would recommend for friends to do together.

Floristry class review by Tegan McLaren - Sydney

Daisy Lam Mar 2022


Setsuko is a very experienced teacher. She is patience and gives us many tips on flower arranging.
The venue is clean and comfy, easy parking on the street.
All materials were provided. Just need to sit back, enjoy and have fun! And you get to keep your own final masterpiece at the end of the class!

Winnie Tang Mar 2022


Very engaging and helpful class that explains both the theory and practical side of the art of ikebana.

Damian Callinan Mar 2022


The class was a gift for a family member. Their experience was overwhelmingly positive. They reported the teacher was lovely and very instructive. The group theydid the class with were very friendly. Overall they enjoyed it immensely.

Catherine Lunsmann Mar 2022


Our ikebana class was a lot of fun. Setsuko quietly guided us in making beautiful arrangements based on classic Japanese themes using a wide variety of flowers and plants.

Mark French Mar 2022


Wonderful, relaxing and beautiful flowers to work with. I have an even greater respect for plants and flowers now. Reccomend it thoroughly.

Naomi Long Mar 2022


My friend and I attended the preserved flower arrangement class and had a blast! The teacher Setsuko was really lovely, gave us guidance and helped us perfect our arrangements as we went. We both walked out of the class very happy with two beautiful arrangements.

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Naomi Long - Sydney

Chloe Wu Mar 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Setsuko was kind and helpful. This is my first time trying ikebana and I totally loved it! Also loved the teaching environment, very calming and comfortable.

Floristry class review by Chloe Wu - Sydney

Febe Atienza Feb 2022


The teacher is helpful. The venue great.
Not great value for money as not much dried flowers to choose from with the flower arrangement I want, and I am probably expecting something unique Japanese floral arrangement as I already know the basic flower arrangement.
I am very disappointed that I did not check the back of my flower arrangement because the foam was not covered.

Anna Jahjah Feb 2022


Teacher was lovely and very knowledgeable.
We had a lot of fun and will be practicing at home.
Materials were abundant and high quality

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Anna Jahjah - Sydney

Naomi Diamond Feb 2022


I loved this class. The teacher was informative and really helpful and I loved the space. I throughly enjoyed myself.

Marie Seizilles Feb 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class with Setsuko.
She is an experienced florist with great tips. You can really express your creativity in this class but she is also here to help if needed.

Floristry class review by Marie Seizilles - Sydney

Caroline Tai Jan 2022


Very interesting enjoyable couple of hours
The teacher is very informative
I Will take another friend for her birthday.

Floristry class review by Caroline Tai - Sydney

Sukanya Jampakaew Jan 2022


It was enjoyable day , the teacher is so lovely and kind, i know nothing about the bouquet of flowers now i can do my own one after this workshop , will definitely joy a class again .

Floristry class review by Sukanya Jampakaew - Sydney

Robert Swift Jan 2022


I bought three places as a unique Christmas gift for my wife and two daughters. They LOVED it. Setsuko was very welcoming and provided just the right amount of guidance for them as novices. The setting was by all accounts calm, very charming and the whole experience was a lot of fun.

Berty Lissan Dec 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Have no doubt if Setsuko always great for the art of ikebana. But I will not suggest to take the class during summer. Attended her class with my friend on the 18/12/21 and it was quite a hot day. The class was stuffy and hot like in the sauna, no air conditioning or a fan. Therefore, I couldn't do what the instruction being given, then she started to raise her voice to me. I'm getting better after cooling down with a glass of ice water being provided, and everything back as good as before.
Definitely would love to go back for another class with her, but after summer time.

Regards,

Berty Lissan

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Berty Lissan - Sydney

Sue Ong Dec 2021


Setsuko was great! She provided great tips and demonstrated how to put together a lovely bouquet easily.

Floristry class review by Sue Ong - Sydney

Ilknur Tulunay Dec 2021


Setsuko is kind and warm-hearted. She explained well and in details. It was a joyful and wonderful experience. Thank you, Setsuko sensei.

Jay Marshall Dec 2021


We had an excellent time with Setsuko. Thoroughly enjoyed our lesson and the explanation of the concepts and history behind ikebana.

Floristry class review by Jay Marshall - Sydney

Yena Jeong Dec 2021


Awesome experience. Easy to follow, the teacher gives feedback and it was really great. Recommend this class.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Yena Jeong - Sydney

Maria Ariffin Dec 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko san very patient and informative in teaching to make something so simple appear very beautiful. The flower arrangement was fun and soothing.

Berty Lissan Dec 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Setsuko was amazing, She's explained and teach the art of Ikebana very clear and details. The provided materials were good and the venue really relaxing and home-sweet-home. It's a small class, therefore she gives a good attention to each person during the class time. Definitely will back for Ikebana course or even other floral design class by Setsuko.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Berty Lissan - Sydney

Lucy Yang Dec 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Loved the experience and learning about the history of this art. The little touches Setsuko adds really makes the arrangements have that poetic beauty.

Elizabeth Brewer Dec 2021


The teacher was great, venue and materials good. Only comment parking hard, need to allow lots of time to find s parking spot. Enjoyed my class tremendously. Thank you.

Sue Martyn Nov 2021


Delightful morning class in Ikibana flower arranging. Relaxed atmosphere. Beautiful flowers to chose from and Setsuko very generous with her time and knowledge.

Melina Boskovic Nov 2021


It was a lovely, informative class - a bit of history & culture and a great introduction to the art of Ikebana. Setsuko was warm, inviting and encouraging. Highly recommend.

Aura Cabaero Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Setsuko is AMAZING! Very friendly and patient ❤️; she'll teach you re blending and colour balance. All materials provided. Venue is great - I feel at home
I will certainly do more class with Setsuko!

Floristry class review by Aura Cabaero - Sydney

Diana Su Nov 2021


This class was lots of fun, relaxing and enjoyable. Setsuko was warm and very informative and I will definitely come back again!

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Diana Su - Sydney

Peter Cannan Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Miss Setsuko was very well set up & prepared.A nice peaceful & relaxing 2 hours. A fun & enjoyable time,learning something new from a passionate & knowledgeable lady! Thankyou

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Peter Cannan - Sydney

Claire Atkinson Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Excellent so informative class helped one have a greater understanding of how to flowers and greenery and create meaningful personal arrangements From a cost perspective making arranging so affordable

Rukmini Singh Nov 2021

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Setsuko san is a great teacher and the content for the class was very interesting.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Rukmini Singh - Sydney

Raphael Gorrez Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Flower arrangement class with my mum for her birthday. My mum absolutely loved it. It’s not the sort of thing I normally do but I found it really enjoyable and would definitely do it again! Honestly would go again by myself ahahaha. Setsuko is great and really knowledgeable, she had so many good tips for us. Her place is so beautiful too, such a lovely ambience and made us all feel really relaxed and happy. 10/10 recommend!

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Raphael Gorrez - Sydney

Clare Thirimanne Nov 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


I thoroughly enjoyed this class and was surprised that I created a beautiful masterpiece all thanks to Setsuko’s guidance. Setsuko gave background info on preserved flowers and then demonstrated how to arrange them whilst giving tips. There was a range of preserve flowers available to select a colour scheme. Definitely worth the money and you get to take your masterpiece home

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Clare Thirimanne - Sydney

Olga Meltser Nov 2021


it was great class, very knowledgeable and helpful teacher. i really enjoyed it and could recommend it to anyone who appreciate art , flowers and meditation

Amy Ong Nov 2021


Setsuko was a wonderful and patient teacher, and my cousin and I had such a fun afternoon!

Sarah Martin Oct 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


What a lovely few hours with a wonderful teacher and beautiful flowers. I felt so happy and well afterwards

Floristry class review by Sarah Martin - Sydney

Aaliyah Khalil Oct 2021


I enjoyed my class so much! I was able to have every question answered and I was taught little tricks that can make such a big difference! It was such an amazing experience to be taught by a professional, she really opened me up to new colour schemes and techniques. Would definitely recommend

Amy Spears Oct 2021


Setsuko is a great teacher, I really enjoyed her teachings on the approach to Ikebana and she had a lovely assortment of flowers available to arrange and play with. I would highly recommend this class for anyone who likes fresh flowers, it's definitely changed my appreciation for them! Thank you Setsuko ^.^

Emma Oct 2021


Great class full of great tips that I have continued to use for all my at home floral arrangements

Emma Freeman Oct 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


The teacher was extremely good and we found the whole experience good value for money.

Jill Jun 2021


A very fun and enjoyable afternoon. Setsuko is a great teacher and the end result was lovely.

Louise Looi Jun 2021

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Setsuko was a great insightful teacher who shared her passion and knowledge about floristry and ikebana. Her florist teaching space was lovely and she had a great range of flowers to choose from. Would recommend this course anyone interested in dipping their feet into learning a bit about ikebana.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Louise Looi - Sydney

Elizabeth Kozlov Jun 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was great that we got free reign on arrangement design choice and a variety of floral options to choose from. Downfall was there was little to no direction or explanation.
It was a little overwhelming with so many options, would be good to have some displays to “replicate”

It would also have been great to learn techniques and receive a better understanding of preserved vs dried plants as the session progressed

Tessa Stevenson Jun 2021


Such a teacher and the class was the perfect pace! Thoughtfully delivered, would absolutely recommend!

Molly Weems Jun 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Really enjoyed the bouquet workshop! I was the only person to book that day and the class still went ahead which was amazing. The teacher was detailed and made me redo the bouquet to get it perfect which I thought was great as she really made sure I knew what I was doing. Great variety of colours and flowers. Very happy

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Molly Weems - Sydney

Aji May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko was a lovely teacher, who was warm and welcoming. The flowers used throughout the class were fresh and beautiful. Great experience with family members.

Carmen Ginardi May 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I found the class good, only 3 students.The teacher explained the history and idea about Ikebana.You are able to do a couple of arrangements and take the flowers home. If coming by car the parking is only 1 hour in the area.There is a cafe next door if you feel like a coffee.

Floristry class review by Carmen Ginardi - Sydney

Celine Pascual May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I liked being able to be creative and the ability to choose the flowers that I got to arrange.

I think some simple worksheets to give to the class to outline the basic principles would be a nice addition to the class

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Wenyen Wei May 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Overall good. I’d expect a bit more dried flower selection and colors to choose from and a bit more instruction on different dried flower styles.

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Wenyen Wei - Sydney

Esther Li May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Cute workshop, lots of light and smells amazing.
Teacher was generous with materials and mum & I came home with a stylish addition to our home.

Winchelle Garcia May 2021


It was a very casual workshop. Sets ulo was very kind and personable and she had the magic touch when it came to arranging bouquets.

The venue smelled of fresh flowers and was welcoming.

The flowers provided were good although I wish there were more variety in colours but overall it was a good workshop!

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Winchelle Garcia - Sydney

Jen Jones May 2021


My Mum and I had the best time at our Ikebana class with Setsuko. Setsuko is a warm and very talented teacher.
We look forward to putting our new skills to practice and returning for a refresher class in future.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jen Jones - Sydney

Angus Laws May 2021


Definitely good value considering the amount of materials provided and what an arrangement of a similar size would cost at a retail store.
Not a step by step class, instead, the teacher provides loose guidance so you can create your own masterpiece. Every single arrangement in our class turned out beautifully, but all were very very different. It was a surprise date for me fiancé, and she loved it.

Preserved Flower Arranging Class review by Angus Laws - Sydney

Wendy Hoang May 2021


Great class and amazing experience. The teacher is very helpful and our take home arrangement fits so well in my home

Yifan Wu May 2021


Learnt how to arrange basic ikebana (生花seika style) in the class; setsuko was patient and professional; peaceful environment & relaxing experience; will definiely come back for other class

Jovita Natalie May 2021


Really enjoy the session and the teacher gave clear direction, great selection of flowers to practice with too.
The venue was homey and easily accessible even with public transport. The fact that the session today was not full capacity makes it even better with space ☺️
Sadly we do not have the option to bring back our creation.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jovita Natalie - Sydney

Natacha Quinteros May 2021


Beautiful and amazing class, the teacher knows very well about flowers art, was very useful and lovely to learn new skills and I definitely recommend this to anyone who loves flowers and decoration. Thanks for this interesting class, from the introduction till the flowers arranging.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Natacha Quinteros - Sydney

Barbara Turner May 2021


Setsuko, the facilitator, was delightful and obviously enthusiastic and very knowledgable about the craft of Ikebana. All materials were provided and we were able to take our fresh flowers away with us to recreate our arrangements at home. We each created two "sculptures" and she provided every participant with personal feedback about our efforts.

Samantha Cheung May 2021


A great introduction to ikebana. Setsuko先生 first gave a brief intro/history of japanese culture and ikebana. We then get to try two arrangements.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Samantha Cheung - Sydney

Vivien Lee May 2021


Great class - creative, fun and good to learn about the Japanese culture as well. Recommended.

Courtenay Turner May 2021

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Loved this moment of calm during my day! I feel inspired to keep experimenting with Ikebana at home. Setsuko really inspired my mum and I to see beauty in simplicity.

Floristry class review by Courtenay Turner - Sydney

Ana Costa May 2021


Nice venue and beautiful flowers to choose from. Teacher was very creative and gave some background info.

Corinne Lee May 2021


Really enjoyed our class today on Mother's Day. My mum was so happy and had a lot of fun. Setsuko our teacher allowed us to use our creativity to make our bouquets and then gave us great tips on how to make it look even better. I feel that the class was worth it because you get to take your bouquets home ! The atmosphere was chill and the shop was cosy and a great learning space. Would definitely recommend the class to others.

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Corinne Lee - Sydney

Paige Zhou May 2021


It was great to attend this class. We totally enjoyed it. The flowers are beautiful and the teacher is very patient and helpful! Thanks!

Elena Withmory Apr 2021

19 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teacher is very clear and an expert In flower arrangement.Her designs are unique

Siu Shiu Apr 2021

17 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Setsuko, the teacher, is kind and nice. The venue is neat and its atmosphere is warm. Floral material used is fresh with different varieties. I learnt that Japanese style (Ikebana) flower arranging which combines spirit of nature and spirit of human through floral arrangement. I enjoyed the rhythm and moments of relaxation throughout the workshop very much. I highly recommend this.

Young Jang Apr 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


It was a shch great time
She was provied good meterials and demonstration, providing enough time to practice
Thank very much Setsuko you was nice teacher.
Definitly l will beck to see her.

Melissa Fagone Apr 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko was so patient and encouraging she also gave me a little bit of background into the Japanese cultures and influences. I really appreciated her taking the time to explain everything

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Melissa Fagone - Sydney

Clare Thomas Apr 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Setsuko was a great teacher and very patience. There was a good selection of flowers, leaves, etc to choose from. With a little help and advice from Setsuko, our creations turned out very nice. A lovely, relaxing afternoon.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Clare Thomas - Sydney

Deborah Sansom Mar 2021


Setsuko was a wonderful teacher, clearly explaining the concepts, giving great examples and helpful and encouraging feedback. The setting was peaceful with the lovely scent of fresh flowers all around and beautiful flowers to work with creating our arrangements. Very informative, relaxing and worthwhile!

Grant Hemphill Mar 2021


It was a great class that covered several aspects of the Japanese culture as well as being informative in Ikebane. An eye opener on different methods of presentation and vases

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Grant Hemphill - Sydney

Henry Phu Mar 2021


Setsuko is nice and kind. A great session with her. Nice Bouquet we made today!

Helen Dick Mar 2021


Thankyou Setsuko, I wanted to use the voucher which had been bought for me by family in New York Xmas 2018. Appreciate the fact that the voucher has a long use by date as none of us could have anticipated Covid.
The lesson was insightful. What I learnt was inspirational. It has encouraged me to
think seriously about taking a longer course where I can practise the art of balancing my flowers a little better.
Would suggest to other people that if they wanted to know a little more about Ikebana then this is the ideal class to start with. Ideal for somebody who has no knowledge but just enjoys the simplicity and design of Japanese floral art.
It was an interesting couple of hours. Thankyou.

Jason Tam Mar 2021


Setsuko taught the philosophy of ikabana showing us two different designs with freedom to use any flowers we like that's in the shop.

Mandy Fung Mar 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


This class was amazing! Setsuko was such a good teacher where she introduced how to arrange flowers nicely for beginners with no knowledge. She was also always there to help with positioning and trialing different styles.

The flowers she provided were absolutely beautiful and there were lots of them as well I highly recommend this class if you’re looking for a new hobby and love flowers.

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Mandy Fung - Sydney

Sue Yates Feb 2021


Such a lovely birthday experience.
It’s not just about the flowers, but the history and philosophy of making beautiful arrangements inspired by nature
Can’t recommend highly enough.

Floristry class review by Sue Yates - Sydney

Suzie Sabahi Feb 2021


Setsuko is a most creative and Aesthetically talented Ikebana teacher. An engaging teacher who blends the skills of traditional, fusion and contemporary flower arranging with Japanese culture.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Suzie Sabahi - Sydney

Anthony Ta Feb 2021


Absolutely enjoyed the class. Would do it again. I highly recommend this class for anyone who is interest in Japanese flower arrangements.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Anthony Ta - Sydney

Elena Withmory Feb 2021

19 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teacher is friendly and clear. She explains every thing in detail. It was very useful for me.

Katharine Smith Feb 2021


Really interesting workshop creating beautifully simple arrangements. The teacher, Setsuko, was personable, informative, knowledgeable and provided guidance throughout the session. Would recommend!

Bronislawa Withnall Feb 2021


My friend and I really enjoyed Setsuko’s class, and have left with a greater appreciation for floral arrangements.
There was a wide variety of flowers and greenery to choose from, and freedom in creating your arrangement. Setsuko provides ample instruction and explanation of the thinking behind ikebana in a very relaxed, almost meditative way.
Would highly recommend this course for any lovers of flower arranging or Japanese culture!

Floristry class review by Bronislawa Withnall - Sydney

Milly Brooks Feb 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class, lovely teacher. She had such a good eye for the arrangements and was able to make small changes to really lift our creations. Fun class!

Sharon Kwok Feb 2021


This is an excellent experience. Setsuko san is an experience Ikebana florist who offered lots and f inspiration on floral choice and arrangement. The best point of the lesson is the availability of flowers in her store-- you could find lots of interesting flowers for Ikebana that is not available in ordinary flower store. So it's not just about floral arrangement but I also learn something new about rare flowers. Wonderful experience.

Wenyen Wei Jan 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Love the flower selection, bouquet is a bit challenging but really like the outcome! Thanks Setsuko!

Floristry class review by Wenyen Wei - Sydney

Penny Beck Jan 2021


Setsuko was friendly and an excellent teacher. Her florist shop is clean and beautifully decorated. The workshop was fun and informative - a great introduction to flower arranging for beginners. I would highly recommend it to others

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Penny Beck - Sydney

Georgina Binns Jan 2021


What a fantastic class!
Our sensei Setsuko gave us a wonderful history lesson prior to starting, we created two arrangements each, which we took home. The studio was lovely and calm, easy to find and well-stocked with gorgeous flowers and plant parts. Would recommend to anyone!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Georgina Binns - Sydney

Lydia Saputra Jan 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Very relaxing and meditative. I would highly recommend this class to anyone and I would definitely come back for more. Setsuko is a great teacher who will make suggestions without interfering to much with your creativity.

Floristry class review by Lydia Saputra - Sydney

Sasha Jan 2021


Teacher was very knowledgeable and I enjoyed learning the background history of Ikebana.
The venue was intimate, perfect for a small group, and the materials supplied were beautiful.
Setsuko showed us many of the design secrets and was very helpful in showing us how to improve our designs.
Thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone who loves flowers.

Floristry class review by Sasha  - Sydney

Laura Hart Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This class was two hours of pure joy in a wonderful setting. Setsuko was a great teacher and the materials provided were excellent. I purchased the class as a birthday experience for my friend and she really loved it too. The class was truly good value for money and what we learned will save us money going forward!

Anna Pihan Jan 2021


Setsuko was a great teacher, giving us information, direction and also freedom to express ourselves while providing gentle feedback on our creations. She was very generous to give us all the flowers and leaves we used for our individual arrangements to take home with us. The class was situated in her floristry shop filled with beautiful flowers which was a perfect venue for this workshop. Would highly recommend.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Anna Pihan - Sydney

Gina Koutsogiannis Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great to get some historical background on Ikabana. Was great to see Setsuko make some amazing arrangements and applying principles and concepts to our design.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Gina Koutsogiannis - Sydney

Joan Lee Jan 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Setsuko-san was a lovely teacher, and it was great to learn a little bit about Japanese history before diving into the ikebana workshop. The florist space is so cosy and just the right size for the class. It was my first ever ikebana class and I’m keen to go back for more!

Floristry class review by Joan Lee - Sydney

Brook Ayrton Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great experience, Setsuko was lovely and taught us the aesthetic principles for the art form of Ikebana. We got to practice using the materials provided and we were able to take our arrangements to be re-designed at home. We did the course for our wedding anniversary and it was a lovely and relaxing experience.

Floristry class review by Brook Ayrton - Sydney

Fanny Lo Dec 2020


Overall a good and enjoyable experience. The only thing was I wish we learnt more about the flowers, how to pick them, the different types and how long they’ll last etc.

Wenyen Wei Dec 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


The teacher demonstrated how to do the arrangement and we follow using a range of flower selection. And then the teacher give advice how to improve it (the improvement was a few small changes but turned out quite nice). Overall I think it’s a good way to spend a weekend morning. I do would like to learn more techniques.

Floristry class review by Wenyen Wei - Sydney

Meagan Lee Dec 2020


A wonderful class in a beautiful setting! Setsuko was very knowledgeable and helpful. I could have spent the whole day enjoying this peaceful, mindful activity. Thank you again, Setsuko :)

Paul Dovas Dec 2020


A great teacher and wonderful hands-on experience. Provided a solid introduction to Ikebana flower arranging

Roxanne Phan Dec 2020

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


Thank you so much! Nice small class and lovely venue at the flower shop. There was a great selection of flowers to choose from, the instructions was very straight forward and easy to follow. I liked that Teacher Setsuko Yanagisawa reviewed and offered suggestions to make the two arrangements we made on the day better :)

Floristry class review by Roxanne Phan - Sydney

Dina Shahin Dec 2020


It was a great experience! would have loved to learn more about types and flowers and florist techniques but other than that, great atmosphere! loved it. Thank you

Caroline McGeechan Dec 2020


Awesome workshop , enjoyed every moment and very pleased with my Christmas wreath. Teacher was fabulous and loved the Christmas music and dancing. Would highly recommend.

Karen Nguyen Dec 2020


This was such a great class to take on a Saturday morning. Really took me back to Japan with her story telling and great activity to take. I’d recommend it for anyone looking for a calming and relaxing activity to let out your creativity

Caroline David Dec 2020


Amazing class. Such a wonderful experience. Thank you. Just like being in Japan for the morning.

Laura Goudswaard Dec 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class! The teacher was friendly and knowledgeable and had a lot of different materials and flowers for us to choose from. My friends and I all ended with a beautiful wreath!

Dried Flower Christmas Wreath Making Workshop review by Laura Goudswaard - Sydney

Aimee Okuda Dec 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko is a lovely teacher and the class is a lot of calming fun. She talks through a brief history of Japan and gives us pointers as we construct our pieces.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Aimee Okuda - Sydney

Jessica Cook Dec 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko is a gorgeous person. We thoroughly enjoyed her class and are delighted with our wreaths. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday - thanks Setsuko!

Dried Flower Christmas Wreath Making Workshop review by Jessica Cook - Sydney

Deb Munro Dec 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


A great class with beautiful flowers provided to make something I would never have thought I could. Setsuko gave guidance and support but allowed my style to come through. So happy with my end result!

Dried Flower Christmas Wreath Making Workshop review by Deb Munro - Sydney

Anonymized Customer Nov 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Setsuko was a great teacher and really knows her stuff! You learn a little history about Ikebana before getting to try out a few arrangements as well. The mindfulness aspect of the class is great as you learn to take time to reflect on your work and what you're doing. Although it takes years to master the skills I definitely recommend this class to anybody wishing to relax and take a few moments for themselves and enjoy some beautiful flowers in the process!

Floristry class review by Anonymized Customer - Sydney

Michelle Dyball Nov 2020


Absolutely sensual loved loved loved
We were all so different in our creative wreath Will definitely go again

Dried Flower Christmas Wreath Making Workshop review by Michelle Dyball - Sydney

Janelle Goulding Nov 2020


Such a great class! Teacher was lovely and helpful. Would definitely recommend doing this workshop.

Floristry class review by Janelle Goulding - Sydney

Anita Wong Nov 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Wouldn't recommend this class if you want to come out:
1) With arrangements you designed yourself based on your own creativity and style - the teacher is going to change your original design completely over to her own style like she does for most people in the class
2) With a flower arrangement to show off what you learnt - all you'll get are the stems of flowers and leaves you worked with wrapped in cellophane
3) Enough theory behind how to position flowers and leaves so that they look good - you'll only get a few comments at the start and when the teacher comes over to correct you, after which you may still be left wondering how she decided to correct your arrangement the way she did
4) Feeling like it was worth the money you spent

Rachael Tsang Nov 2020


Great workshop and a nice small sized class with lovely teachers. I really enjoyed learning to make a natural wreath at Class Bento.

Simon Torok Nov 2020


The flowering arranging workshop was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Setsuko was friendly and engaging and clearly very skilled. It was a pleasure to listen to her teach techniques and offer advice, and I’m so pleased I attended her class.

Rhon Nov 2020


Setsuko was a lovely teacher, really knowledgeable and made everyone feel at ease. Lovely space to work in and loved learning about Ikebana. Really enjoyable class.

Emma Prineas Nov 2020


Excellent experience, the teacher was very knowledgable and shared her passion for her culture and ikebana.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Emma Prineas - Sydney

Joshlyne Edwina Nov 2020


Great workshop. Setsuko was really thorough when explaining how to make a bouquet and She guided us with patience when we were arranging our own bouquet. Love it.

Natalie Sousa Nov 2020


Amazing experience! my husband and I both thoroughly enjoyed it. Setsuko is a wonderful teacher, she provided a great mix of Japanese culture and history along with an amazing eye for detail.

Lauren Ang Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Good intro to ikebana. Really enjoyed the setting, the 1-1 feedback and small class size. Would’ve liked a bit more on the theory at the beginning and perhaps some background music :)

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Lauren Ang - Sydney

Sarah Bellon Nov 2020

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Setsuko was a lovely teacher. There were onky 2 of us in the class which was lovely. I attended a Sunday class which waa great as I was able to park right in front of the venue. It was a pleasant way to spend a couple of hours.

Floristry class review by Sarah Bellon - Sydney

Remy Low Nov 2020


Setsuko was a delightful teacher to spend a rainy, blustery Sunday morning with. Her light touch instructions never made us feel inadequate or overly self-conscious. It was a meditative, refreshing experience in a beautiful workshop space.

Liz Myers Nov 2020


Easy parking
Lovely teacher
Beautiful flowers
100% satisfaction
Great value for money
Would go again

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Liz Myers - Sydney

Hannah Millen Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Really enjoyable class with a teacher that gives great direction, and you learn a bit about the history and background of the type/style of flower arranging.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Hannah Millen - Sydney

Jacquelyn Arnott Oct 2020


The teacher was very informative and knowledgeable.
She gently assisted us in making our flower arrangements more visually.
It was a nice way to spend a Saturday morning, playing with flowers.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jacquelyn Arnott - Sydney

Bill Oct 2020


The venue was quaint but very suitable. The instructor gave a historical background which really set the scene fir the course. The material and tools were great. Overall a very enjoyable experience and would recommend it to others.

Floristry class review by Bill - Sydney

Paula Tambolero Oct 2020


Wonderful class! We were taught by Setsuko, who has years of experience in the field of floristry. She made it look so easy! I struggled a bit but she was so helpful and made sure I had a beautiful arrangement. The class was set in a stunning flower shop and she had a great sense of humour that made the class fun :)
Would definitely love to do this again!

Floristry class review by Paula Tambolero - Sydney

Kay Vargas Oct 2020


Really enjoyed our class.
Setsuko Has a relaxed and calming manner which set the tone for class. She briefed us on a side of Japanese culture we didn’t know.
The space is filled with plants and flowers your surrounded.
Her instructions were clear and concise without a lot of rules. When it came to our turn to create we felt open to try without feeling inhibited. We were given 3 variations to experiment.
Loved them all.
There were lots of healthy beautiful stock to choose from.
I recommend this as an activity to do on a girls day out and for couples.
It’s a very calming and relaxing an enjoyable art to do.
I will be taking what I’ve learnt into my home.
Thank you Setsuko

Floristry class review by Kay Vargas - Sydney

Toni George Oct 2020


A lovely workshop providing great take home skills. I feel inspired and confident to arrange beautiful displays in my home or birthday gifts to friends. 2 arrangements were accomplished in the 2 hours. Everyone in the 6 people class looked very pleased with there own arrangements.
Thankyou Setsuko

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Toni George - Sydney

Toni George Oct 2020


Good value for money, all flowers leaves etc provided.
Everyone In the class seemto enjoy the experience

Anna Tow Oct 2020


Located in a gorgeous flower shop, the experience in spending time learning about composition and contemplating Ikebana flower arranging was a treat. It's very hands-on and Setsuko gave great advice, feedback and cultural context.

Lily Widodo Oct 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Great teacher, great central location, loving the simplicity and elegance of ikebana flower arranging art.

Joanna Frank Oct 2020


Our teacher was wonderful, we learnt about some Japanese history, then made 2 floral arrangements, both different styles. I had a great time, it was so relaxing and would definitely go again.

Floristry class review by Joanna Frank - Sydney

Mireille L'Amie Sep 2020


Tetsuko was such a wonderful teacher, the class was full of interesting cultural and practical information. The course taught me a lot about the visual presentation of flowers for future decorating attempts :) It was a perfect birthday present!

Pam Staton Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I was lucky to have the session alone. I loved the information and particularly a chance to remember things about time in Japan. I enjoyed bring ing home the flowers to use with my kenjan spike bases O had been collecting! Thanks it was a delight.

Mandy Alice Sep 2020


What a special morning spent with Setsuko. She has a lovely, gentle energy, interesting history and knowledge of Japan and of course the joy of Ikebana and being creative with really valuable feedback from Setsuko. We got to take home our flowers and we’re spoilt for choice while creating. Definitely worth doing.

Floristry class review by Mandy Alice - Sydney

Ola Chehab Sep 2020


I really enjoyed the workshop, it was very informative and laid back, and the flowers are beautiful!

Ellen Sep 2020


Lovely atmosphere and very relaxing/fun session. We all had loads of fun and enjoyed it very much. Thank you Setsuko Sensei, you were very helpful and had great sense of humor! We will definitely come back again!

Floristry class review by Ellen - Sydney

Katharine Pan Sep 2020


Setsuko is a wonderful, charming, and patient teacher. The venue reflects her style, and it is a beautiful maximalist place with dried king proteas, vibrant statice, an elegant mirror, and potted plants. The flowers are fresh, conditioned well, and the sweet peas we used in our bouquets have an enchanting fragrance. I appreciate the variety of wrapping she has to offer, the ribbon quality is very nice, and I think the use of raffia to tie up our bouquets is ingenious as it is both sustainable, and less time consuming compared to other methods. Setsuko offers a unique perspective on floristry with her background in both Japanese, and European style floral design, both novice and more seasoned florists can appreciate. This workshop is great value for money considering the costs of flowers nowadays are much more higher due to COVID-19, the quality of flowers you can find at the Sydney flower markets by yourself can be a bit subpar, but Setsuko has a great eye for quality flowers.
Overall, the workshop has a personable, relaxed, rejuvenating feeling and I highly recommend Setsuko. Although car is recommended, it’s still worth the train trip. Looking forward to future flower workshops.

- Sasha and Katharine

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Katharine Pan - Sydney

Lorena D'Souza Sep 2020


I really enjoyed this class. We finished quite quickly and so the time allocated should be adjusted or a few more techniques could have been demonstrated.

Jill Bethwaite Sep 2020


Friendly and engaging creative direction. The passion and background story made the course more enjoyable. Beautiful setting in the floristry shop being surrounded by all the fresh flowers and bouquets! All 5 of us throughly enjoyed it and are talking about wanting to do it again!

Floristry class review by Jill Bethwaite - Sydney

Isuru Perera Sep 2020


Setsuko is a wonderful teacher who has such a charming and bright atmosphere around her. I highly recommend this class for anyone as its such a lovey experience.

Eldy Azurin Sep 2020


Setsuko was a great teacher during our Ikebana class. She was very kind and approachable during the workshop. The class was enjoyable and was very relaxing.

Jo Garsia Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


A wonderful morning of ikebana to celebrate mum's birthday! Setsuko's studio is such a peaceful setting full of beautiful flowers- a saturday morning sanctuary! Under her gentle guidance and artistic eye we were all proud of our ikebana arrangements! Setsuko was a fabulous teacher, sharing the history of ikebana and gentle feedback on our individual designs. She kindly gave mum lots of tips for her own vases she brought along from home too! Although we couldn't purchase the equipment after class this time, we did get to take the gorgeous fresh flowers with us to brighten our homes! Couldn't recommend higher, thank you!

Floristry class review by Jo Garsia - Sydney

Suzanne Robbins Sep 2020


I really enjoyed the history of Ikebana and tradition mixed with hands on learning with Setsuko.The constructive feedback was very helpful and I plan to use these skills in my studio Bold Botanicals.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Suzanne Robbins - Sydney

Alice Ma Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Very enthusiastic and dedicated teacher. A lovely range of flowers to chose from and a bit of history about the aesthetic and japanese history

Floristry class review by Alice Ma - Sydney

Barbara Subilia Aug 2020


I really enjoyed Setsuko workshop. I learnt a lot about flowers and had such a lovely time talking with her. The bouquet looked just amazing thanks to her great advices. Thank you so much! Highly recommend this course for everyone in need to connect with nature in working with some beautiful flowers!

Floristry class review by Barbara Subilia - Sydney

Joanne Stuart Aug 2020


Really enjoyed spending two hours on Sunday morning with Setsuko learning the principles of Ikebana. The flowers and foliage we had to work with were beautiful, and we got to take them home to enjoy for longer. Will be back to buy a kensan so I can continue practising the art of ikebana at home, and would definitely consider taking a more advanced class at some stage. Setsuko showed us a range of her lovely antique and modern vases and discussed how each might be used which were great tips.

Elizabeth Jeffery Aug 2020


The whole experience was fabulous - even while masked for COVID purposes. Setsuko was interesting and an excellent teacher. The venue was gorgeous, being surrounded by flowers. Great value. We'd love to do it again.

Floristry class review by Elizabeth Jeffery - Sydney

Nicola Tuckwell Aug 2020


The ikebana workshop was a birthday gift for my mum and she loved it! Mum deemed it as 2 of the best hours she'd ever spent.
Setsuko was kind enough to change our original date due to illness and we were so glad not to have missed out!
Setsuko's experience and love for her craft shone through in her presentation so her session was very engaging.
The flowers we were given to work with were gorgeous and brightened both mum and my own living spaces for nearly 2 weeks after the workshop. I would highly recommend Ikebana with Setsuko.

Jenny Hanssen Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Setsuko was amazing, I learned so much from her from our first session. Will come back for more.

Chloe Pierre Aug 2020


Lovely teacher for an intro to floral arrangements. Quality flowers and foliage provided. Good fun!

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Chloe Pierre - Sydney

Leigh Graham Jul 2020


Great lesson in Japanese traditional Ikebana floral arranging.Setsuko was informative very kind and very creative. Loved the brief history lesson too Highly recommended and we got to take our creations home.

Floristry class review by Leigh Graham - Sydney

Lisa Mak Jul 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Ms Setsuko is a lovely and elegant lady. It was a beautiful Sunday morning, Where Setsuko gave us some background history on Ikebana, we then made 2 arrangements. Even my hubby who has no art/floral experience was able to enjoy the class!
Classes are kept small and sanitisers were provided, which is a plus at this certain time. Would highly recommend :)

Floristry class review by Lisa Mak - Sydney

Linda Gorman Jul 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Interesting and knowledgeable teacher. Friendly and welcoming. Beautiful design work, good feedback and well organized.

Joy Middledorp Jul 2020


The class was interesting with a background briefing of Japan and its traditions. The practice and teaching was wonderful and I would love to do it for hours. Using natural materials and needing few tools makes Ikebana
a creative and sustainable practice.

Floristry class review by Joy Middledorp - Sydney

Regina Haertsch Jul 2020


Great value - excellent instruction. Beautiful flowers and comfortable venue. Lots of fun Thank you very much

Val Smith Jul 2020


Grt venue. Fabulous amount of people present. Teacher very friendly and helpful.

Fabulous to try two different experiences - depth and width

Pawan Harpalani Jul 2020


It was amazing experience learning the art of Ikebana flower arrangement with Setsuko. She was lovely and shared with us good tips for beginner's step to Ikebana. She is a great storyteller I think, and she took us back in time with her childhood memories which helped connect and make the class more purposeful. The classroom is set in the flower shop itself which Setsuko runs and made for pleasant and inspiring setting for this class. I enjoyed the class very much.

The only feedback I could possibly have is that there were no hand towel or napkins to wipe the hands, since one works a lot with water during the class it would be helpful to offer some hand towels or tissues or paper towel etc.

Caroline Yeh Jul 2020


Totally absorbing, and inspiring class. The instructor clearly knowledgeable and able to share the principles involved. Constructive feedback respectful of student's intentions.

Janice Lang Jul 2020


Although the class was supposed to be a group class, on arrival the teacher was still very happy to go ahead one on one and was very positive and informative.
I would highly recommend this teacher and activity.
Thank you Setsuko, sincerely,
Shannon Lang

Le Wilson Jun 2020


Setsuko is amazing , so patient and works magic making the beautiful flowers come to life. Great selection of flowers and Under Setsuko guidance the arrangements became something to be proud of

Floristry class review by Le Wilson - Sydney

Rebecca Felix Jun 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I would recommend this workshop to anyone. The teacher was very knowledgeable and the classes were small enough that we had great one on one time with the teacher.

The teacher explained the process of flowering arranging in depth and provided some great tips and tricks. The flowers were fresh and a great variety of colours were provided.

Floristry class review by Rebecca Felix - Sydney

Maggie Lu Jun 2020


It was a great experience learning the ikebana with Setsuko! She was friendly and most importantly the flowers arranged by her were so pretty, elegant and calming.

The class was conducted in her flower shop, so we were surrounded by flowers and plants.

I think it’s a great way to relax and learn some Japanese ikebana skills :)

Floristry class review by Maggie Lu - Sydney

Lee Corbett Jun 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Could not fault anything. Setsuko was very knowlegable and a very warm teacher. Most certainly recommend the class. Thank you Setsuko.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Lee Corbett - Sydney

Madeleine Baxendale Jun 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We booked this class for our cousin's birthday. Setsuko was a lovely teacher, the studio was very welcoming and had a lovely vibe and the lesson was lots of fun! Setsuko was very good at explaining each arrangement and we took our time creating our floral masterpieces. It was a lovely morning and we would definitely recommend this class.

Floristry class review by Madeleine Baxendale - Sydney

Rafia Hussain Jun 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


She is such a lovely teacher! Looooved the class. And got to learn a lot from her. Highly recommend

Kay Wilhelm Mar 2020


Setsuko was gracious and welcoming. She gave us some background to Japanese history and showed us how to do 2 arrangements and we ended up with pretty good attempts. We got to take the flowers home. It was fun and very mindful.

Esther Toland Mar 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Setsuko was good giving us a brief historical background of the concept of Ikebana.
It was nice be able to create our arrangements and them have them reviewed by her with very useful feedback and tips.

Tim Short Feb 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


A really great teacher, venue and class. Setsuko took the time to frame Ikebana within the Japanese historical context. Good value.

Sharon Coles Feb 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended


Excellent teacher, great class. A wonderful way to spend the afternoon learning and understanding it in the context of Japanese culture

Thu Macfarlane Feb 2020


Good class, nice teacher, nice shop a very relaxing experience. We learnt not only how to arrange flowers Ikebana style but also its history though briefly.

Stephanie Mok Feb 2020


Setsuko has a beautiful floral studio and provided a very beautiful selection of flowers for the class. I appreciated the one on one feedback for each student's arrangement.

Patpai Suwannasit Feb 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko's approach to teaching is simple yet effective. The structure of the class is well balanced between the theory and practice of Ikebana. She is ambitious and, I could feel, wants her students to do well. The flowers combining with Setsuko's personalities make the class highly refreshing and therapeutic.

Her flower shop is beautiful and heavenly cool in contrast to the extreme summer heat outsides the building. The materials are well-prepared

The class is a perfect remedy for everyday stress.

Julie Shannon Feb 2020


I throughly enjoyed the ikebana class. Setsuko gave clear demonstrations but also encouraged you to find your own style and creativity.

Tima Carden Jan 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The class was great. The teacher was experienced and friendly. I enjoyed learning about Japan and the ikebana traditions. Since I did the class I have been enjoying doing ikabana flower arrangements at home.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Tima Carden - Sydney

Carmen Glenister Jan 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Class was great Learned a lot. Teacher was thorough. Would refer this class to anyone. The end result arrangements were beautiful

Floristry class review by Carmen Glenister - Sydney

Lu Qin Jan 2020


It is a lovely class that I had a amazing afternoon with the teacher. Thanks for sharing ur knowledge with me. The class and the the process when I was matching and touching those beautiful flowers, which makes me calm and peaceful. Thank u so much.

Floristry class review by Lu Qin - Sydney

Lara Ho Dec 2019


Teacher was knowledgeable. Learnt about Japanese Ikebana floral arrangements. Material was all provided for and it was a fun and interesting afternoon.

Iain Wang Dec 2019

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Really enjoyed this class. Went as part of a work function and it allowed us all to just escape for a few hours and re-connect with nature and our artistic sides. Highly recommend!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Iain Wang - Sydney

Belinda Taylor Dec 2019


Wonderful teacher great experience and explained everything really well. Worked with some beautiful flowers and created a lovely bouquet I got to take home

Floristry class review by Belinda Taylor - Sydney

Louise Vuren Dec 2019


Great workshop, we made two arrangements and got lots of tips and extra demonstrations of ikebana. The teacher was very welcoming and friendly, we could take our flowers home at the end. Such a relaxing and creative afternoon

Floristry class review by Louise Vuren - Sydney

Steph Krueger Nov 2019


Setsuko's class was lots of fun. She was an excellent teacher and the classroom was just beautiful. I really enjoyed my morning and the beautiful bouquet!

Etsuko Yoshida Nov 2019


It was such a nice quality Saturday afternoon learning flower arrangement playing with fresh seasonal flowers. The teacher was very knowledgeable and friendly.
I’d love to take another class if there’s a chance. I highly recommend to anyone who’s interested in Japanese traditional flower arrangement.

Francis Huang Nov 2019


Setsuko was great, gave us a history of where, why and how.
Venue was great, filled with flower and a beautiful setting.

Chang Liu Nov 2019


It’s soooo much fun. We had a good time. Setsuko is a very lovely teacher. Thank you.

Sunisa Janekarn Oct 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Teacher Setsuko is very professional and have lots of knowledge. The atmosphere is very relaxed, friendly class environment. This is good experience to try once and you will love it!

Floristry class review by Sunisa Janekarn - Sydney

Jessica Lay Oct 2019


Setsuko was lovely and told us about the history of Ikebana before we started getting hands on. We had a lovely time learning about both how to do Ikebana and the meaning behind it. Setsuko’s space was beautiful as well.

Sharon Bennett Oct 2019

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


The teacher was so knowledgeable and talented with an amazing way of transferring her knowledge.

The venue was conducive to our learning and everything we required was provided.

I would recommend this fun and affordable course to everyone.

Gracie Guan Oct 2019


Excellent class, lovely afternoon spent with Setsuko talking us through ikebana processes. Highly Recommend. Thank you!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Gracie Guan - Sydney

Grace Shin Oct 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Amazing class! I enjoyed a lot. It gave me more than I expected in every aspect. Very talented and kind teacher! Thanks a lot.

Floristry class review by Grace Shin - Sydney

Michelle Ang Oct 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


There’s an air of calmness to Setsuko, which put me at ease the moment I stepped into her studio. Before her demonstrations, she gave us a short glimpse of the history and philosophy of Ikebana. I appreciated the fact that she didn't intervene or interrupt us while we were working on our arrangement. When we were done, she gave useful feedback and added slight touches to enhance what was already there. We used different variety of flowers and foliage for each arrangement which was great, because it gave me a chance to play with different flower shapes, heights and textures. The fact that we could bring the flowers home after class was another great plus point. Some of the flowers used for the workshop were not commonly sold at flower shops. The venue was small and cosy, just right for a small group workshops. 3 key things I learnt about Ikebana from Setsuko: 1) Triangle (Heaven, Man, Earth) 2) Less is more and 3) Depth and space – remember to let your flowers breathe. Looking forward to book another class with her again!

Floristry class review by Michelle Ang - Sydney

Sandy Huang Oct 2019


It was so great to attend this workshop and I had learned many techniques from the teacher

Seline Oct 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko is very passionate with florist design. It was very enjoyable once you walked in the venue with different type of flowers around you. Would definetly book the class again so much to learn!

Natalia Linnik Sep 2019


Setsuko is a great teacher. She gave us basic knowledge how to create beautiful bouquet. My partner enjoyed the class as well as I did myself. We spent two hours doing what we have never done before and Setsuko helped us to finalize our bouquets. Now I have 2 beautiful bouquets the one from my partner and the other I did myself

Yueli An Sep 2019

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Our teacher Ms Yanagisawa is very friendly and patient. The place is cute and easy to find. I gained a lot from the w0rkshop and truly enjoyed the process.

Floristry class review by Yueli An - Sydney

Marica Hilton Sep 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Had a great relaxing class with Setsuko. Very knowledgeable and friendly teach. Learnt a lot about Japanese culture and history as well as ikebana

Eunice Sin Sep 2019


Very enjoyable class! Small class conducted in a cosy lovely florist in Glebe. Teacher is very experienced, clearly articulated why and how we should arrange the flowers. She also gave us history of Japan plus an extensive ideas on how we could be creative when doing it ourselves in the future. Would love to come back for other classes.

Yuna Lee Sep 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


“Flowers to heal your soul” - Setsuko

A beaut experience making not one but two ikebana arrangements. The knowledge Setsuko imparts on you is so meaningful. Will absolutely be going back.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Yuna Lee - Sydney

Kris Moore Sep 2019


Had the most amazing day learning the art of Ikebana flower arranging. Our teacher taught us some of the history and culture associated with this art. We had a lovely space to work in, using beautiful flowers and a very relaxed yet inspiring atmosphere. Just learnt so much from using the flowers and placement in the vases. We were able to make two arrangements and our teacher gave great advice and encouragement. I can’t wait to learn more! It was quite a spiritual day in many ways. Thinking of what we were creating and how we were feeling too.

Grace Lim Sep 2019


Really loved the workshop! Setsuko was an absolute delight! The workshop was informative and valuable.

Jody Jackson Aug 2019


I was absolutely honoured to be given the opportunity to learn from Yuga. She is very patient and took the time to show me a number of different styles be for allowing me to play with the flowers myself. She provided me with good advice on how to improve and I definitely feel as though I learnt a lot. She had a good variety of foliage and flowers to work with and allowed me to make my own creative choices. I will definitely be coming back next time I am in Sydney

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Jody Jackson - Sydney

Margot Latham Aug 2019


Wonderful teacher. Quaint atmosphere full of gorgeous flowers. Calming but inspirational. Would recommend to everyone.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Margot Latham - Sydney

Anne Widjaja Aug 2019


The class was informative and we were able to put together a few different arrangements. A beautiful form of flower arranging! May have been helpful to understand some basics of form to apply at home

Dr Aparna Aug 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The class was easy to engage with. A nice and small group. I learnt
some simple techniques of flower arrangements that could be used in many settings . I also got to take home a lovely bouquet. It was good value for money.

Jean Siew Aug 2019


A very fun and informative workshop! Setsuko was very friendly and patient in teaching the techniques and definitely very happy with the arrangements I made in the end :)

Trina Andriasian Aug 2019


Everything about this class was just wonderful. The teacher is so lovely and she taught me so much in the 2hours to know about floristry so it was so worth it. Very enjoyable, great environment and can’t have a better way to spend my Saturday. Highly recommended to all

Cassandra Sxully Aug 2019


I absolutely loved the workshop! Setsuko was a very informed and patient trainer. The product was beautiful and fresh and the lessons learned, super valuable. I will be sure to tell others about it!

Floristry class review by Cassandra Sxully - Sydney

Pip Lee Jul 2019


Setsuko is delightful, warm and provided concise but effective instructions in our introduction to Ikebana.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Pip Lee - Sydney

Annalisse Hunt Jul 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Beautiful class learning about traditional Japanese flower arranging! I got this for my mum for her birthday and we both loved it, it was such a nice and creative way to spend time together and the flowers we used were stunning. Setsuko has such a wonderful spirit and is a great teacher.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Annalisse Hunt - Sydney

Jo Tai Jul 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


It was a relaxing class and it will brighten up your day! Learnt different flower management skills and you can bring home your flowers too after class. I am very happy to recommend anyone to attend this class to bring some value home.

Idil Abdullahi Jul 2019


I enjoyed every minute of the workshop. Thank you Setsuko for the wonderful introduction to Ikebana. I can’t recommend it enough xx

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Idil Abdullahi - Sydney

Sowjanya Pasunuri Jul 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Setsuko is very experienced teacher. She provided information about seasonal flowers. The place is very peaceful and aesthetic. I took so many good pictures

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Sowjanya Pasunuri - Sydney

Katina Irwan Jul 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


the class was laid back , relaxed and very informative. I thoroughly enjoy the 2 hours and went hope happy with my own bouquet Setsuko was very friendly and patient in teaching us the ways of properly making a bouquet.

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Katina Irwan - Sydney

Annetta Tourta Jul 2019


Loved the class. Setsuko gave us a little information about Japan and how Ikebana evolved. This was very interesting. Setsuko was very clear in her instructions and very helpful and patient. She showed us how to create something quite beautiful from very little. I recommend the Ikebana class with Setsuko. It would be a fun thing to do with a group of friends.
Annetta

Tina Wang Jul 2019


The venue was lovely, and Setsuko was really great. I feel like I had a good introduction to Ikebana and would continue to practice the skills at home. Definitely recommend this workshop.

Nanda Almeida Jul 2019


I have been wanting to learn Ikebana since high school and after 30+ years i finally did it and i am glad i did. It was group of 4 people in the class and it was so much fun. The teacher is a very pleasant person and was very helpful. I could see that she knows what she is talking about and has a knack for the flowers/arrangement. We learnt 2 arrangements and was very happy to take home and display. Overall it was a memorable experience.

Floristry class review by Nanda Almeida - Sydney

Alexander Swart Jul 2019


We very much enjoyed the class and were happy with it being a bit more laid back in terms of allowing creativity rather than sticking doggedly to ikebana rules.

Sara Tononi Jul 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


My husband and I had a great afternoon surrounded by flowers learning Ikebana flower arrangement, sipping sencha Japanese tea. It was great learning from Setsuko. The class was very informative and she gave one by one feedback. We loved this class and we absolutely recommend it.

Floristry class review by Sara Tononi - Sydney

Seul Lee Jul 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I have learnt not only Ikebana Flower arrangements but so much about Japanese history & culture, the class was amazing, relaxing and enjoyable

Floristry class review by Seul Lee - Sydney

Giovanni Durso Jul 2019


The teacher was lovely and very informative.
The flower shop venue is pretty its the perfect place to focus and learn about how flowers look.
Good value for money, we definitely have a new appreciation for decorative flowers, leaves, and greenery.

Floristry class review by Giovanni Durso - Sydney

Paul Rankins Jul 2019


Delightful afternoon in a lovely setting surrounded by flowers. Setsuko presented the class with insight and knowledge with some stunning arrangements to show. Well worth the experience.

Debbie Bourke Jul 2019


As a group of five friends we spent an enjoyable afternoon flower arranging. Highly recommend.

Mellissa Read-Devine Jun 2019


What a lovely time we had - the class was very interesting and most inspiring. Lovely venue surrounded by flowers and foliage. Thankyou to Setsuko for a lovely class.

Kylie Jackson Jun 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Had a great time with Setsuko. Really enjoyable class, calming and quite meditative. Great to flex our creativity with help from a passionate and experienced ikebana master. Highly recommend.

Floristry class review by Kylie Jackson - Sydney

Georgina Owens Jun 2019


Excellent class - very informative and the teacher was very experienced. Would be interested in doing a follow up course.

Catherine Bishop Jun 2019


An inspiring couple of hours got to take our flowers with us (to have another go at home) Setsuko was generous and gracious with her help and comments. A really nice start which I highly recommend.

Dolores Doran Jun 2019


I absolutely enjoyed the workshop this morning. I felt that I learnt so much in an easy and supportive environment. I am stimulated to try to do more in this style.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Dolores Doran - Sydney

Charisse Low Jun 2019


I enjoyed Setsuko’s explanation of the background to Ikebana and using the concepts of line, shape and flow to the arrangement. She was extremely patient and not overbearing, creating a very satisfying and inspiring class!

Floristry class review by Charisse Low - Sydney

Madeline Batori Jun 2019


I attended a class this morning with 3 other people and it was amazing! The teacher, Yugo, was so sweet and super attentive! There were so many flowers for us to choose from and the smell in the room was great. Yugo was very helpful, offering suggestions where needed. I would 100% recommend this class, definitely worth the money!

Floristry class review by Madeline Batori - Sydney

Qiqi Tang Jun 2019


The class was amazing with an elegant Japanese teacher. I enjoyed the class and felt peaceful while arranging flowers. Its an impressive experience.

Floristry class review by Qiqi Tang - Sydney

Barbara Baker Jun 2019


Very fun and interesting, the teacher is really nice and I would recommend the class

Andree Wright Jun 2019


A wonderful window on Japanese culture & traditions & we learned many useful tips for creating beautiful Ikebana arrangements at home. A great afternoon out.

Floristry class review by Andree Wright - Sydney

Anru Chen Jun 2019


Overall it's great~ love the Japanese style flower arranging. Love to hear more professional knowledge and tips about the flower arranging.

Floristry class review by Anru Chen - Sydney

Elena Gratcheva May 2019


Great and down to earth woman, that takes her time to explain everything possible about what is carried out and involved when creating/arranging Ikebana style flowers. This is done though Japanese history and it’s unique techniques. It wasn’t just a class it was a fantastic experience. Strongly recommend
♥️Elena♥️

Janice So May 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Lovely afternoon learnt a lot about balance and this Ikebana style of flower arranging. Very knowledgeable and passionate teacher Setso! Did 2 arrangements myself and also demonstrations

Floristry class review by Janice So - Sydney

Fiona Cui May 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Setsuko is very knowledgeable and articulate in explaining the art of Ikebana. Had a good time and will definitely recommend friends to try!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Fiona Cui - Sydney

Kristen Smith May 2019


Absolutely loved it, was amazing and highly recommend. Would have loved an option to purchase the bowl we used too.

Rachel Freeman May 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I thoroughly enjoyed my Ikebana class . Setsuko was a great teacher , very helpful and informative. Being surrounded by flowers was very inspiring and I'm excited to continue my own Ikebana at home. Would even consider going again , Setsuko was right it is good for the soul!

Karina Arakel May 2019


What a fantastic class! The teacher was very informative and friendly. It was a great way to learn something new and meet new people, highly recommend!

Floristry class review by Karina Arakel - Sydney

Helen Spoor Apr 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Very interesting class and really enjoyed the experience of a different type of flower arranging. Has inspired me to go on the hunt for unusual cases and try out some creations!

Le Wilson Apr 2019


Really special morning and I absolutley loved the two arrangements we created .
Setsuko was so helpful and I can’t wait to go back

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Le Wilson - Sydney

Maureen McFadyen Apr 2019


A beautiful experience.

In 2 hours I learned so much. The venue is inspiring: surrounded by flowers, my Ikebana skills took a leap forward thanks to Setsuko’s beautiful grace, experience and teaching skills.

To be repeated!

Kyla Kohler Apr 2019

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Setsuko, was a very calm and peaceful teacher. She has very beautiful flower shop that has the sweetest of flower smells.

The place was full of interesting branches, flowers and leafs to choose from.

It was a very lovely 2 hours to escape into something creative

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Kyla Kohler - Sydney

Dorinda An Mar 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The class was well structured, relaxing and great fun. The teacher is very attentive and gives timely constructive feedback to everyone. I had a great time and will use my new skills soon.

Floristry class review by Dorinda An - Sydney

Alice Thachasongtham Mar 2019

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


I enjoyed it very much and even feel like learning Ikebana with Setsuko sensei further! highly recommend for those who want to regain mindfullness and focus.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Alice Thachasongtham - Sydney

Mitee Erda Mar 2019


It was a wonderful experience. The teacher was very friendly and welcoming. An interactive and well-planned class.

Hannah Julius Mar 2019


Excellent class! The teacher was lovely and the class was both suitable for both beginnings and more advanced florists. My only suggestion would be to give the students more freedom with their flower choice but perhaps that is a suggestion for a more advanced class! Love love loved it!

Karen Lancaster Mar 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Excellent value course. Setsuko our teacher gave enough information but not too much. We tried 2 designs and I was very pleased and enthused with what I learnt in 2 hours.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Karen Lancaster - Sydney

Agatha Lyons Mar 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great hands on demo and background thrown in. Would have been great if we got to keen the whole arrangement in the pot and all not just the flowers

Kym Pham Mar 2019


The class was small and very fun! We made two arrangements and was taught a little bit of history. At the end she showed us different ways we can do arrangements and more modern take on ikebana. Very attentive teacher!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Kym Pham - Sydney

Alexandra Papas Mar 2019


Setsuko was an amazing teacher and helped us create beautiful arrangements. The class was held in her lovely little shop and we were treated with tea and sweets. She provided us with fresh flowers from the markets, which we were able to take home afterwards.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Alexandra Papas - Sydney

Sharon Page Mar 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Our teacher was very gentle, informative and gave great assistance. A good number (4 first time students) attended. The space wood be too small for more. All the beautiful flowers/plants were of the best quality and we got to take them home. This was great as we could try and "rebuild" our arrangements at home. I can't believe how much I learnt in such a small amount of time. The gentle urgeing from our teacher with her demonstrations of shape, height. balance, texture, etc was very enlightening.

Dr Luck Mar 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended


A fabulous class! Setsuko was a lovely and kind teacher and was passionate about her craft. She was welcoming and accommodating and left us with tips that we can take away with us to create our own arrangements in future building on what we learned in class. It was also great that Setsuko took the time to explain the cultural background to us to begin the class and also to share her immense general floristry knowledge with us. I would highly recommend this class!

Julie Wood Mar 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


What a delightful way to spend an Saturday afternoon - surrounded by flowers and learning the art and brief history of Ikebana with Setsuko, our teacher. Less is definitely more when creating a Ikebana arrangement. Great class - thank you Setsuko.

Jen Nowiczewski Feb 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Ikebana with Setsuko was delightful. On entering the cosy, sweet smelling flower shop, you start to get a sense of simplicity and beauty. Class was fun and well instructed and left me with a desire to do more of this wonderful pastime.
Thoroughly wonderful!

Setsuko also had a special area for us to take photos of our finished art!

Floristry class review by Jen Nowiczewski - Sydney

Cass Houlihan Feb 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I highly recommend this great class. Setsuko is a wonderful teacher, putting the whole class at ease, greeting us with green tea and red bean cake. I joined the class with my mum and sister for a girls afternoon and we had a great time making two Ikebana arrangements under the encouraging of of Setsuko. Highly recommend.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Cass Houlihan - Sydney

Jade Macapinlac Feb 2019


The teacher has great flower arranging skills, but the 2 hours paid for was not maximised to d full. The class finished early n I was eager to learn more but after 1 bouquet arrangement that was it we could go.

Most bouquets completed were done by the teacher, so it was not hands on.

Donna Thomas Feb 2019


An authentic teacher and a gentle introduction to Ikebana in a calm and beautifully fragrant workroom. Setsuko is clearly very knowledgeable and talented. More time on the history and principles of Ikebana would have been even more interesting. Her demonstrations and explanations for slight changes to the placement of plants in our arrangements helped our understanding. A very interesting two hours. Thank you Setsuko.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Donna Thomas - Sydney

Renae Bartley Feb 2019


I had a wonderful time in the class, and a great experience! I now know some basics for creating my own Japanese flower arrangements at home. The venue is in a pretty flower shop, we sat around the table and were given japanese tea and some snacks on arrival which was nice. The teacher was lovely and informative, she also gave us a brief history on Ikebana and answered any questions we had about Japan. For me the class was good value for money, I was able to learn two types of ikebana following the teacher's arrangements and then create my own arrangement using whichever flowers & vase I wanted. There were opportunities to take lots of photos, asks questions and meet new people. It's definitely a skill that i'm glad I have now, can't wait to impress everyone with my Ikebana! thank you

Irene Somera Feb 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Lots of flower variety was provided. The teacher clearly shared her 1 technique or main principle to apply with the flower bouquet arrangement. She completed the steps till packaging or wrapping. The,quality of flowers ab, rest if materials are of at par quality. The class though ended quickly. We could have used the remaining time to learn more ideas or have a 2nd go of practice. Though the instructor has explained that it varies or is dependent on the pace of the students.

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Irene Somera - Sydney

Melanie Reen Feb 2019


Setsuko was very friendly and knowledgeable of Japanese History as well as flower arranging. We really enjoyed our class and learned alot. Thanks Setsuko.

Aledis Kedwell Feb 2019


Setsuko was excellent. She took the time to provide the historical, cultural and spiritual context of Ikebana. She explained the two arrangements, including the why, very well and gave good feedback to ensure ours were Ikebana-ish. All materials were provided, the venue was excellentoverall a great day out and great value

Chiemi Keniry Feb 2019


The teacher was lovely and kind. Nice authentic green tea was served while the teacher talked about The history of Japanese Tea Ceremony. You arrange flowers in a tranquil space. Good value for money.

Joan Moffat Feb 2019


The teacher was lovely really enjoyed the class.
would have like to be able to buy products to take home at reasonable prices

Jocelyn Blair Feb 2019

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Really enjoyed the class. Made us all realise that you can create amazing designs with only a few flowers. You don't even need to spend money on flowers. Just use some from your garden. Highly recommend the class for those who love a flower arrangment that you can afford to have everyday! All you need is a pair of scissors,a nice vase & the kenza block.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jocelyn Blair - Sydney

Maureen Cable Jan 2019


I absolutely enjoyed this class. Satsuka was very warm and informative.
I would recommend this class to my friends.
The class was a gift.
I would love to learn more about Ikebana.

Floristry class review by Maureen Cable - Sydney

Lindsey Leehy Jan 2019


The class was excellent value for money, Setsuko, was very good, and informative, the class room was great, the smell of flowers is always wonderful, i really enjoyed the challange of making my own display and was very happy to take home the flowers, would highly recommend this class

Jonathan Mok Dec 2018


It was a wonderful experience. Our teacher was lovely and we were able to make some beautiful flower arrangements.

Floristry class review by Jonathan Mok - Sydney

Di Wang Dec 2018


I really enjoyed a great afternoon with Setsuko Sennsei. She was friendly and kind, and was always there to help you with your work. We started with the background of ikebana flowers in Japan, then learnt two different ways of arranging ikebana flowers. We have plenty of time to complete our own works. Great teacher, great class, great time!

Floristry class review by Di Wang - Sydney

Charlene O’Sullivan Dec 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It is a beautiful venue and we worked with equally beautiful flowers! The teacher was very knowledgeable and helpful! A very tranquil class!

Floristry class review by Charlene O’Sullivan - Sydney

Rebeca Belling Dec 2018


Our teacher was lovely and made the morning very relaxing. She showed us what to do and then helped us get to a final bouquet we were happy with. A lovely space to have the class and a great cafe next door too

Catherine Rocha Nov 2018


Setsuko was an engaging and patient teacher. Her studio was utterly charming and really emphasised the theme of the class. For the amount of pieces we made and flowers we used the price was more than reasonable. I highly recommend this as an introduction to ikebana and has certainly encouraged me to continue.

Richard Keys Nov 2018


Teacher Setsuko is super lovely&informative.Big choice of seasonal flowers.Cosy space.Lots of fun.Highly recommend!

Jill Drilon Oct 2018


The ikebana class was very enjoyable, and we were able to recreate the flower arrangements at home. Setsuko has a lovely manner and gives helpful tips and feedback. Her short background on Japanese culture and history was relevant and interesting. The class was in her beautiful flower shop,, and the flowers were really fresh and varied. We learned some principles of ikebana that we can apply to any arrangements, and learned to appreciate this art form.

Nicole Switaj Oct 2018


The teacher was fantastic, helped and guided through myself and the group on arranging the bouquet.

Laura Brabyn Oct 2018


Setsuko was a great teacher - she discussed the history of Ikebana which was very interesting and then demonstrated some principles. There was so much variety of flowers and leaves to choose from and nothing seemed to be off limits. She discussed her craft with ease and provided some useful corrections to my attempts. I will look out for some other interesting classes in the future.

Kerry Naughton Oct 2018


Had a great time. Had a lot of fun and also learnt the basic principles of ikebana. Setsuko is a very good teacher and explained it in a way that was easy to grasp. Would highly recommend.

Penelope Jones Oct 2018


A really wonderful, relaxing experience. The shop was beautiful and the flower selection stunning. Setsuko was a patient and knowledgeable teacher who really taught the art of ikebana as a soulful experience. It was great how she also shared some Japanese history to give you context for the development of Japanese culture. I thought that it was very reasonably priced as well. Thanks for a lovely afternoon!

Felipe Sep 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


So much fun Setsuko is sensational! We took the flower arrangement class and learned heaps. Will definitely come back to learn more! :)

Rayan Chermand Sep 2018


It was a great class! Recommend the Ikebana session to everyone out there. Would’ve hoped to pick up more skills, but hopefully next time! Will be back.

Rebecca Sep 2018


This class was a great introduction to ikebana flower arranging and I really enjoyed it. The arrangements were simple to follow and the whole process was very relaxing.

Floristry class review by Rebecca  - Sydney

Lynne Jackson Sep 2018


Wonderful class with a fun and interesting teacher. We made 3 different displays from gorgeous flowers and also got to take them home. Excellent class.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Lynne Jackson - Sydney

Sanna Axbom Sep 2018


Setsuko is a very sweet teacher and has a personal approach. She's knowledgeable and picked out a good mix of flowers for us to work with.

The class only lasted for 1.5h (we put together one bouquet each) and wasn't as informative as I would have hoped. I would have liked to get to know a few more techniques for how to make flower bouquets. Maybe the teacher was a bit busy as two separate classes ran at the same time but she also forgot to bring out the tea she offered us when the class stared.

Overall a fun experience which I can recomend for someone looking for a fun thing to do.

Janine Caburian Sep 2018


We went to Setsuko's ikebana class as a gift for my mum's birthday who has been wanting to do an ikebana class for ages, and it did not disappoint! Setsuko was a wonderful teacher and we had a really great time learning how to arrange and maintain balance in our ikebana arrangements. We got to use lovely spring flowers and take them home, and it was really a great experience! Highly recommended.

Floristry class review by Janine Caburian - Sydney

Leanne Croker Sep 2018


Thank you Setsuko for a great class. We did three different Ikebana arrangements, learning different techniques for different flowers and styles. I am taking my blossoms home to practise! Feeling very inspired.

Craig Rowlands Sep 2018


A great introduction to ikebana. The venue for the class is a florist shop and is an ideal size for 4 or 5 students.
Setsuko, the instructor, gave a short history of the art and then gave insight through practical involvement and individual encouragement.
Fabulous selection of vases, kenzan and flowers.

Chan Wah Sep 2018


Very good class in which I learnt 3 beautiful ikebana in one lesson :)

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Chan Wah - Sydney

Natalie Lagana Sep 2018


A great course, highly recommended. The teacher was very knowledgeable and made us all feel very comfortable.

Penny Vlies Aug 2018


It was just delightful. My friends and I did not want to go home.
I would highly recommend it.
It was a great balance between instruction and autonomy.
Very beautiful and lovely setting.

Susan Harney Aug 2018


A great lesson, filled with information, demonstrations and with plenty of useful equipment provided, all in a delightful florist shop setting
A generous and most pleasant experience for myself and my two adult sons

Tracy Marshment Jul 2018


I really enjoyed this class. As a novice when it comes to flower arranging I was not sure what to expect. Teaching on Ikebana flower arranging was excellent and everyone in the class was able to make three wonderful displays. It was very relaxing working on the displays. I will be recommending this to my friends.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Tracy Marshment - Sydney

Lucy Simpson Jul 2018


Great session. Lots of fun and some great ideas to practice on at home.

Frances Zhang Jul 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Really enjoyed this class very interesting, teacher was great!

Sophia Solanki Jul 2018


A lovely, peaceful and creative way to spend your Saturday morning. The class was an absolute delight and the teacher very friendly and kind. We made 3 arrangements and learnt different presentation styles. An awesome experience!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Sophia Solanki - Sydney

Scott Lee Jul 2018


This class was magical and beautiful. To learn from a true expert in Japanese flower making. I would highly recommend it for a different day out. Where art meets flowers meets beauty.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Scott Lee - Sydney

Sasha Valdez Jul 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Comfortable and welcoming workshop. Setsuko sensei was very knowledgeable and friendly! Will be back to take another class.

Floristry class review by Sasha Valdez - Sydney

Grace Shen Jul 2018


It was really fun and informative. Setsuko was knowledgeable and helpful. It’s my first ikebana class and I really enjoyed it, the set up, vibe and other students were also very delightful. It’s a great mindfulness exercise and I highly recommend it!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Grace Shen - Sydney

Justine Tran Jul 2018

3 ClassBento workshops attended


It was a great day - I really enjoyed the class and Setsuko-san was very friendly and helpful.
We got to learn 3 different styles of arranging and even take home the flowers. I loved it.
The complimentary drink was nice too, and the class size was just right so she can help us equally.
Thank you!

Floristry class review by Justine Tran - Sydney

Jennifer Whitfield Jun 2018


Really lovely experience. Setsuko was friendly and informative, the setting was cosy and I now have several bouquets in my home <3

Joyce Chen Jun 2018


Really good. We celebrated our friend's birthday by attending the class. The teacher explained the meaning of Ikebana flower arrangement in the class. Very cozy class environment. I felt the sense of peacefulness when doing the flower arrangement.

Sarah Bowman Jun 2018


Such a great class! Setsuko was very friendly and showed me some great techniques to basket arrangements. Also got to take home the beautiful table display

Basket / Bouquet Flower Arranging Workshop review by Sarah Bowman - Sydney

Sue Rutledge Jun 2018


A lovely morning working with flowers and foliage. Learning the basic principles of Ikebana, appreciating the simplicity and beauty in the art form. Thank you

Susan Ritchie Jun 2018


Teacher was great, venue good, choice of flowers for class was excellent, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, it was also a great birthday present for my daughter who also enjoyed the class and looks forward to more. The teacher was obviously very experienced and we got to take the flowers home and practice what we had learned. The free coffee was a bonus we did not expect. Cannot thank you enough for a lovely morning.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Susan Ritchie - Sydney

Sophie Penkethman-Young Jun 2018


Class was really helpful and taught me lots. It was a relaxing way to start my weekend and I got to keep the flowers!

Floristry class review by Sophie Penkethman-Young - Sydney

Wendy Stahel May 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I loved this class - spending 2 hours amongst flowers in a flower shop for a start was just lovely! Setsuko was a patient and gentle teacher No pressure just an enjoyable relaxing experience Thank you

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Wendy Stahel - Sydney

Carole May 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Thoroughly enjoyable class in a relaxed setting. Fun way to spend the afternoon learning something creative. Thank you Setsuko for making it fun and enjoyable.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Carole  - Sydney

Liz Newell May 2018


It was lovely being in the flower shop and I loved getting the great coffee from next door as part of the friendly service. I found the instruction clear and there was lots of hands-on. Setsuko-san was very happy to respond to my many questions. I am enthusiastic to come back and learn more!

Zehua May 2018


The teacher was wonderful. She gave students very good guidance and encouragement. Students have learnt the history of Japanese flower arrangement and three different flower arrangements by using seasonal flowers. A very impressive and enjoyable experience.

Floristry class review by Zehua - Sydney

Yuekang Hu May 2018


The teacher is really friendly and patient. We learned three different flower arrangement, which were really pretty and interesting.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Yuekang Hu - Sydney

Jenny Thammavongsa May 2018


Setsuko was so lovely, the class was so much fun! It’s an easy to find location with lots of parking, and the workshop is beautiful. We got to choose from a range of vases and created 3 flower arrangements which all look beautiful together when you put them in a bouquet to take home.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Jenny Thammavongsa - Sydney

Amelia Cai May 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Such a enjoyable class. The instructor is very patient and lovely. She has good skills to make my arrangements even better.

My friend and I had a very relaxing time. We will come back again!

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Amelia Cai - Sydney

Lauren Cheng May 2018


The class was fantastic. Setsuko was excellent in demonstrating the arrangements. Highly recommended.

Jerlene Sevilla May 2018


I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. With all materials provided, Setsuko guided us on how to create our own masterpiece. Being in a small group, it was easy to watch and listen to instructions. I appreciate how she observes and checks every individual's creation and gives feedbacks to ensure we do the right thing. Setsuko is very passionate and artisticand most of all she is very willing to share her knowledge and experience to newbies like me

Francisca Araya Apr 2018


The place is cozy, full of flowers and the moment I went inside I smelled the flowers and it made me feel good.
The materials were already set up, so it was easy to follow the instructions for start it.
The teacher gave as an introduction and then we start making our arrangement.
I went by public transport which is not a good alternative for this one, as the bouquet is very big for carrying on the bus.
Well, at the end was a lovely rainy morning. I felt so good that I wanted it not to end! It seemed it was short for me :)

Jeeshan Apr 2018

5 ClassBento workshops attended


I absolutely loved it , as I am a kinaesthetic learner I need to do things in order to learn .
I loved Setsuko and her wisdom , even being unwell she ran the class well

Maria Buenviaje Apr 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I can say that I got the essential theoretical and hands on training on basket flower arrangement from Setsuko even in just one session because she was concise in her teaching and provided constructive feedback. The session was worth it as it was not only informative but was also definitely fun!

Janet Macdonald Apr 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I absolutely LUV'D the Ikebana class, Setsuko was beautiful, great knowledge, awesome teacher, warm & superbly helpful with her eye for detail, attention to each person in the class

Marilina Ripoll Apr 2018

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Setsuko was a wonderful teacher! The class was intimate and fun! Gorgeous seasonal flowers to play around with

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Marilina Ripoll - Sydney

Amy Mar 2018

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I went with a group of 3 girls and we all enjoyed ourselves immensely In the beautiful Glebe venue where the light-filled class room is surrounded and lightly scented by fresh flowers. From the mini history lesson on where Ikebana comes in the beginning of the class to the hands-on flower arrangement with Setsuko's assistance where you can let your imagination run wild. Will definitely recommend this workshop to everyone!

Stephanie Mar 2018


Loved the class, I bought it as a birthday present for my mum and we both enjoyed it. Setsuko provided feedback so felt like we got a lot out of it and we were able to take the fresh flowers we used home with us.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Stephanie - Sydney

Gabriela González Mar 2018


Was an awesome experience! Definitely recommended it and I can’t wait to go back

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Gabriela González - Sydney

Sasha Mar 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended


It was absolutely enjoyable!
I will definitely join again.
Friendly and relaxing.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Sasha  - Sydney

Shelley Mar 2018


A very enjoyable couple of hours in a lovely flower studio. The teacher was very knowledgeable and there were plenty of vases and flowers available to put the theory into practice. Definitely recommend to anyone interested in floral work.

Nikola Mar 2018


I loved everything about this class. It was the best way to start off a Saturday morning. The teach is amazing and has so much knowledge and even gave a history lesson on Japan.

Floristry class review by Nikola - Sydney

Wendy Mar 2018


I enjoyed the class very much. The teacher explained a bit about history of ikebana in Japan, Coffee was offered and all materials supplied and could take flowers used in the lesson home. We made three different designs of ikebana and the teacher was helpful and guided us on our displays. Will defiintelty go back again.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Wendy  - Sydney

Karen Feb 2018


Setsuko began the class with a history of Ikebana. The two hours were spent using beautiful flowers and foliage, completing 3 different arrangements under the guidance of a great teacher. This class was great value for money, would recommend activity, great even if you have no experience with flowers. ( like me ) Thoroughly enjoyed it. :)

Karen Feb 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was great fun arranging the flowers and Setsuko was very encouraging and easy to talk to- it’s a lovely way to spend some time.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Karen - Sydney

Stacey Feb 2018


The class was fun and I really enjoyed it. We were given 3 chances to try different techniques with different vases. Recommended!

Hazel Feb 2018


A most interesting and creative class - three charming demonstrations by our teacher were enlightening, each creating a totally different effect.
A great lesson of less is more.
I look at containers and vases now with a very different eye.
This lesson - beautiful gift.

Jean Clarke Feb 2018


The teacher was very friendly encouraging and helpful. Venue was ideal with lots of variety of flowers and foliage and wonderful coffee. Content was just right for a beginner.

Aaron Feb 2018


Friendly, interactive class. Great teacher and very good value for money

Halina Nov 2017


Loved the class. Teacher is very knowledgeable and patient. I had no previous experience of ikebana but after 1class left feeling confident that I could produce something quite nice. Looking forward to doing more sessions.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Class review by Halina - Sydney

Karman Lam Jul 2017


Really enjoyed the class and have learned the basic ideas and skills of how to arrange the flowers

Cecilia Jun 2017


We did Setsuko's Ikebana flower arrangement class for my friend's hen's party. The class is set in a beautiful little workshop and has a wonderful relaxing atmosphere. We were taught how to create simple and beautiful flower arrangements, and had a wonderful time.

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