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('standing' flowers), nageire ('throwing-in'), shokai ('living' flowers)
and moribana ('heaped' flowers) are the different types of flower arrangements
found in the Land of the Rising Sun. The art of flower arrangement was
developed in the 15th Century and is known as Ikebana. Flowers are arranged
to represent heaven, earth and humanity.
Ikebana was originally
designed for tea ceremonies. It has since evolved into an art used by
private homes where it is placed in the tokonoma (alcove) for display.
Certain large hotels and establishments even incorporate Ikebana in their
designs.
 This
craft is a lucrative business venture especially with schools, which receive
large intakes. Other than its cultural implications, proficiency in Ikebana
implies better chances for young women to improve their marriage prospects.
There are currently many schools available, with the top three being Ikenobo,
Ohara, and Sogetsu.
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