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 This style of Japanese flower arrangement is easily adapted to Western table decoration. There is no end to their variety. The low, broad proportions of these arrangements make them more suitable than the high groups generally used, cutting off those seated on one side of the table from those on the other, which is not conducive to conversation.



In these flat, open vases even a few grasses will make an attractive arrangement. Use perhaps nine grasses for your Heaven, seven for Man, and five or three for Earth. If you are unable to get any sedge or reeds, [110]