Bonsai Master Class : Kunio Kobayashi

Experience a true master class from one of the world’s most celebrated bonsai artists.

Bonsai Master Class by Kunio Kobayashi—one of the most highly respected bonsai masters alive today—offers an in-depth look at the essential techniques needed to grow, shape, and care for the most beloved bonsai species. From pines and cypress to flowering varieties and even ornamental grasses, Kobayashi provides clear, practical guidance rooted in decades of expertise.

This comprehensive book is ideal for both beginners and seasoned bonsai enthusiasts. Kobayashi reveals how bonsai evolve and how proper technique can help each tree flourish for generations.

Inside, you’ll find:

• A complete introduction to bonsai styles and forms, including what makes each type unique

• Expert advice on selecting plants, pots, tools, soils, and display spaces

• Beginner-friendly instruction on purchasing your first trees and assembling the right materials

• Step-by-step care techniques for planting, repotting, watering, pruning, shaping, wiring, and protecting your bonsai

• Seasonal task guides tailored to different species

• Detailed lessons on iconic varieties such as Japanese cypress, red pine, maple, zelkova, sakura, and more

The book also showcases Kobayashi’s award-winning trees—from timeless classics to innovative, boundary-pushing designs—offering inspiration for artists at every level. Whether you’re just starting your bonsai journey or looking to refine your craft, Bonsai Master Class is an essential reference you’ll return to again and again.