Japanese Juniper Shimpaku Bonsai 日本真柏

The Japanese Shimpaku is one of the most classic bonsai species originating from Japan. Its dense and bright green foliage and beautiful trunks with Shari and Jin carvings make them one of the most charming and valuable types of bonsai, featuring various captivating styles that anyone would be mesmerized by.

This Shimpaku bonsai is a literati-style Shimpaku as it has a long, slender trunk and foliage only at the top. Intricate Shari and Jin details can be found curving along the elegant trunk, adding to the minimalistic and artistic flow of this piece. It is potted in a flat, round pot to further accentuate the height of the tree. 

• Botanical name: Juniperus Chinensis
• Height x Width: 54cm x 38cm
• Size: Kifu Sho
• Style: Literati or Bunjin
• Origin: Japan

Bonsai Care:

• Watering: Water daily or every two days (when the top layer of soil is dry)
• Sunlight: Outdoor bonsai
• Fertilizer: Once a month
• Repotting: Once a year