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It is both. But, the roots of Bonsai do emerge from the Chinese, and their version of Bonsai was Penjing. (The e in Penjing is pronounced like the u in urban) The art of it dates back to at least 800 years ago, when Buddhist monks from China had handed a miniature plant in a pot to the Japanese as a gift for a certain good deed they had done. The Japanese had shaped, pruned wired and dramatically changed Penjing over the years through culture and inspiration of the people.
To answer your question in a simple version, it is both Chinese and Japanese. Bonsai is quite different in a way to the Penjing that we know today, and thorough out Bonsai have emerged new styles of miniature trees, and new techniques, but this wouldn't have been made possible without Penjing.
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What in the world does bonsai refer?
"Bonsai" refers to Japanese Bonsai trees, which can be a great gift for anyone interested in Topiary endeavors. Bonsai trees are small trees that one can trim to create a work of art.
Where bonsai originated?
I have answered this question before, just look up- Is the Bonsai tree Chinese or Japanese?- And you will figure out the answer.
Where does bonsai originated?
I have answered this question before, just look up- Is the Bonsai tree Chinese or Japanese?- And you will figure out the answer.
What is the japanese art of miniaturisation of trees known as?
盆栽 (bonsai)
Is bonsai a Japanese war cry or the art of growing miniature treasure?
Bonsai is the art of growing miniature trees. Bonzai is the Japanese war cry from WWII.
What is the name given to the miniature trees cultivated by the Japanese?
They are called "Bonsai," they grow in containers. That's pretty much it! :)
Japanese art of cultivation dwarf trees?
The Japanese have become world-renown for Bonsai, the art of grooming miniature trees and shrubs (usually various pines) to grow in small pots, trays or bowls. Bonsai evolved out of an ancient Chinese tradition of crafting small trees in bowls -- early Chinese illustrations from the 8th century show bonsai growing in bowls. The Japanese began crafting bonsai turned it into an art form that has spread internationally. Early references to bonsai in Japan appear by the 10th century. The point of bonsai is to "design" the tree as if it's a living sculpture, with careful aesthetic attention to composition, balance and blank spaces. Some trees are groomed to look like they've been growing on a windy hillside, with the branches leaning to one side. The same meticulous attention to trimming is often applies to full-sized outdoor trees in the Japanese landscape, in city parks and private yards. Bonsai's popularity ha sled to the formation of organizations and clubs for enthusiasts all over the world. One note about bonsai: It's pronounced "BOHN-SIGH" with a long "o" like in "bone." Some people mispronounce it as "banzai," which is a cheer, and has nothing to do with miniature trees.
Is bonsai tree Chinese or Japanese?
It is both. But, the roots of Bonsai do emerge from the Chinese, and their version of Bonsai was Penjing. (The e in Penjing is pronounced like the u in urban) The art of it dates back to at least 800 years ago, when Buddhist monks from China had handed a miniature plant in a pot to the Japanese as a gift for a certain good deed they had done. The Japanese had shaped, pruned wired and dramatically changed Penjing over the years through culture and inspiration of the people. To answer your question in a simple version, it is both Chinese and Japanese. Bonsai is quite different in a way to the Penjing that we know today, and thorough out Bonsai have emerged new styles of miniature trees, and new techniques, but this wouldn't have been made possible without Penjing.
What is the Japanese dwarf tree?
A Japanese dwarf tree is otherwise known as a bonsai. The definition of bonsai is the art of growing ornamental, artificially dwarfed varieties of trees and shrubs in pots.
What is the scientific name for the bonsai?
Bonsai is an art, practiced using trees and shrubs. There is no scientific name for bonsai. Any individual bonsai has the same scientific name as the same variety in the ground. For example, a Japanese Maple tree in a garden is Acer palmatum, a Japanese Maple bonsai is also Acer palmatum.
Bonsai Trees?
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What does bonsai?
Written 盆栽 /bon sai/ its consisting kanji mean 'tray' and 'planting' in order. It's the name of popular miniature trees coming from Chinese and Japanese traditions, used in decorating houses etc. In English it's called the same, bonsai.
