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We are pleased to announce a moss terrarium making workshop, allowing you to experience nature in the city.

A moss terrarium is a tiny, palm-sized natural universe created by lining a glass container with your favorite moss and customizing it to your liking. Here's an example:

There are styles like Zen temples in Kyoto,
Using figures
You can use a variety of minerals such as crystals and different types of moss to create your own little nature.
Maintenance is easy, just spray it with water once every 2-3 weeks.

Of course, you can take home the moss terrarium you make, so you can enjoy it as interior decoration in your home or office, or as a soothing item.

◻︎Date and time
Sunday, July 14, 2024
10:00~12:00
13:00~15:00
16:00~18:00

◻︎Venue
Shibuya-ku, petting plant center

◻︎Recruitment quota
8 people per session

◻︎Participation fee
5000 Yen
(This fee includes the workshop participation fee, moss, glass container, stones, soil, and figurine.)

◻︎Workshop contents
- Basic knowledge of moss: A detailed explanation of the charm and ecology of moss

- Moss terrarium making: Choose from a wide variety of moss and create your own original terrarium. Create your own little nature using natural materials such as glass containers, moss, stones, and soil.

◻︎What to bring
A bag/pouch for carrying your moss terrarium home
You can also bring your own containers (glass bottles, plates, etc.). In that case, please make sure the diameter is no more than 20cm.
(Please note that if the container is too large, the soil will be quite heavy.)

*Photos of the event may be used on the official website of the Botanical Garden Center, on social media, and in other media.

◻︎Instructor
Takayuki Oki
Representative of MOSS ART CLUB / Midori School, a nonprofit organization
Obtained a hunting license in 2023. Currently exploring coexistence with nature through wild game hunting in the Fujino area. At Midori School, he teaches children and adults how to enjoy and value nature through camping experiences. His hobbies are car camping and bushcraft, and he also enjoys tent saunas. At the Moss Art Club, he holds classes where you can enjoy moss observation, moss terrariums, and moss ball sweets making workshops.

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