Karachi Sogetsu Study Group

20/08/2026

Review by Rubina Jawaid

Karachi Sogetsu Study Group general meeting was held on 18th of August 2026, at JICC

DEMONSTRATION/ WORKSHOP
IMPOSED CLASS BY SHAHINA ZUBAIRI

An intriguing demonstration and workshop using Sanseveria foliage and 3 stems of gladiolus flowers. Shahina with her creativity entwined the stiff leaves and moulded them into different shapes, along with white gladiolus flowers the arrangements even reflected the colours of the national flag of Pakistan.

Mrs. Junko Tamura, wife of the Deputy Counsel General of Japan graced the occasion.
Members also made beautiful arrangements, Sanseveria was provided by Ambreen Mansoor Allawala.

Rubina Jawaid and Naureen Nasir recieved their certificates too.

Scrumptious tea was hosted by Fauzia Mansoor and Rashida Quaid.

12/06/2026

Review by Fauzia Mansoor

Karachi Sogetsu Study Group planned an Annual General Meeting only for the KSSG Members at the Japanese Consulate on 11th June 2026

The meeting commenced in the presence of our two esteemed & very senior teachers, Nafisa Baig and Shahina Zubairi whose mesmerizing demonstrations kept the audience engaged.

Meeting started with an impactful speech by Director Tarannum Lakda.

Asst. Treasurer Ambreen Allawala presented the financial report, about income and expenditure related to the preparations for the 100 Years of Sogetsu Celebration with Sensei Christopher Lim, which was held in April 2026.

🌷 Theme of the day was 1 branch, 1 big leaf and flowers of your choice. 🌷

All members created beautiful and innovative arrangements.

06/05/2026

Review by Rubina Jawaid
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Celebrating 100 Years of Sogetsu Ikebana

The charisma of the recent visit of Sensei Christopher Lim continues to linger as the Karachi Sogetsu Study Group once again celebrates the 100th anniversary of Sogetsu Ikebana with a lovely beachside gathering.

On a scorching summer day, the 5th of May 2026, members of KSSG escaped heat of the city to the cool breeze of the sea.

Enjoying the gentle mist of the sea was a perfect sight to celebrate Sogetsu Ikebana.

The day was more memorable with a spread of scrumptious food which added to the galore, lively games and music was the treat of the day.
A well planned outing was applauded by all the members.

We would like to extended our many thanks to Naureen Nasir, Nafisa Baig & Rehana Hussain.

22/04/2026

The Karachi Sogetsu Study Group hosted a demonstration and workshop featuring renowned instructor Safia Nusrat at the Japanese Consulate on 10th February 2026.

Safia Nusrat is affiliated with the Ohara School of Ikebana and currently serves as its President.

She instructed participants in various techniques of leaf manipulation and weaving.

18/04/2026

Karachi Sogetsu Study Group visited
Kashana e Atfaal o Naunihaal, an organization
for the destitute and orphaned girls and unwanted babies.

They educate the homeless girls from the age of 2yrs or perhaps 5yrs, teach them skills, sports or other activities and get them ready for higher education into the city’s good institutions.

We could generate some amount of Zakaat money while our Master Christopher Lim visited Karachi.

We were grately honoured to meet Kashana President and her very dedicated and a hard working team.

17/04/2026

Some more pictures
Memories created !!! 💗

15/04/2026

The Karachi Sogetsu Study Group commemorated Centennial Celebrations with great enthusiasm in Karachi from 28th March 2026 to 4th April 2026, marked by the esteemed visit of Master Christopher Lim AIFD Riji, from Singapore.
He is an Advisor, Instructor & a Demonstrator.

Master Christopher Lim’s visit was a significant and honourable occasion for the Sogetsu community.

During his visit, Master Lim conducted a series of workshops & a demonstration that highlighted the creative freedom, innovation, and modern expression that define Sogetsu Ikebana.

His work reflected a deep understanding of form, balance, space, harmony, movement and combination of colours and material used in the arrangement.

The workshops were interactive and well-received, allowing members to refine their techniques under his expert guidance.

The demonstration at the Pearl Continental Hotel Karachi was successfully organized and witnessed enthusiastic participation from members and guests.

It celebrated a historic milestone—the 100-year legacy of the Sogetsu School which came into being in 1927 in Japan— Finale arrangement by Master Lim had 100 poles and 100 flowers which was very articulately designed.

His Excellency the Consul General of Japan,
Mr HATTORI Masaru graced the occasion at The Pearl Continental Hotel Karachi & gave a positive speech to strengthen the economic ties between Pakistan and Japan.

We would like to mention here that we are extremely thankful to all the members, guests, and various other persons who gave us their Zakaat money for our collaboration with "Anjuman e Kashana e Atfaal o Naunihaal" in Karachi, an organization for the destitute and orphaned girls and unwanted babies.

Karachi Sogetsu Study Group is furthermore grateful to all the sponsors / donors for their exceptional support.

We would also like to extended our thanks to all the domestics who dedicately helped and supported us throughout our event.

Kind Regards ♥️🌹

03/03/2026

Karachi Sogetsu Study Group had an amazing opportunity to participate & display their beautiful flower arrangement at the 66th birthday celebrations of His Majesty, Emperor Naruhito of Japan, celebrations took place on 3rd February 2026 at the Marriott Hotel Karachi.

The Honourable Mr. HATTORI Masaru The Consul General of Japan along with his honourable wife received their guests with warmth and joy.

Other schools of Ikebana also had the opportunity to participate along with Karachi Sogetsu Study Group eg: Ikebana International Karachi Chapter, Ikenobo, Ohara,
Indus Sogetsu Study Group etc

The event was hugely attended by the dignitaries, business communities and other local & international important personalities.

26/02/2026