Japanese Flower Arrangement Club in Nashville
Learn the art of Japanese flower arrangements with licensed Sogetsu Ikebana expert Hideko Shimizu, Ph.D in Nashville, Tennessee.
Hideko Shimizu, Ph.D
Dr. Hideko Shimizu is a 1st Rank instructor of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana, based in Nashville, TN. She began her ikebana journey at the age of 14 and has been creating floral arrangements ever since.
Passionate about sharing the beauty and cultural depth of ikebana, Dr. Shimizu is committed to making the art form accessible to everyone—from casual enthusiasts to dedicated students pursuing certification.
In addition to her work as an ikebana instructor, she is a faculty member at Vanderbilt University, where she teaches Japanese language and culture.
Future Classes
To attend a future ikebana session, please purchase your tickets here.
Each session you will learn a different ikebana style.
Whether you're joining for fun or working toward an ikebana license, these sessions are designed for all levels—from casual enjoyers to dedicated students working towards a license/certification.
