Tranquilized by the pleasant sound of waves
I watch swaying sea grass
The extreme beauty that can be seen when one has lost sight of the ordinary is known as ikebana. To me, just having a seashell is quite ordinary in itself, but I wanted to document the story behind my bridal adornment.
Only in that way I think it is possible to understand the beauty of grasses or flowers that are accepted by people in daily life, but when they’re isolated from their surroundings I’m sure they will be received with interest and amazement.
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