Starting Year: 2008;
Container: Koyo Pot;
Source: Pre bonsai.

Style: Informal Hokidachi;
Height: 60cm;

This Acer palmatum ‘Arakawa’ has been in cultivation since November 2008, when it was acquired as a pre-bonsai. Over the years, the tree has undergone careful training and shaping, gradually revealing its natural elegance and refined proportions.

Measuring 60 cm in height, the tree now displays well-developed surface roots that have begun to develop rough, textured bark, adding age and character to its base. These features emphasize stability and the natural sense of maturity that defines the composition.

The tree is planted in a pot by Koyo, chosen to complement the delicate structure and graceful movement of the maple while grounding the overall presentation. Its subtle curves and refined branching convey a quiet sophistication, reflecting years of patient cultivation and respect for the species’ natural form.

Today, this Arakawa maple stands as a harmonious balance of growth, refinement, and time — a compact yet expressive bonsai that embodies both natural beauty and careful human guidance.