HANAKATSU Weighted Kenzan for Ikebana
A weighted Japanese flower holder for positioning stems in ikebana and other arrangements. Brass pins hold the plant material while the lead base provides weight and a soft elastomer underside helps reduce slipping against the vessel.
Choose the size according to the vessel and the weight and height of the material you plan to arrange. Larger, heavier bases generally provide more support for larger arrangements, while the Small size takes up less room in compact vessels.
Materials
- Pins: brass
- Base: lead
- Underside: soft elastomer anti-slip base
Sizes
- Small: Ø61 × H22 mm, 250 g
- Large: Ø80 × H21 mm, 490 g
- Extra Large: Ø90 × H25 mm, 620 g
How to use
Place the kenzan carefully in a suitable vessel, add water, and press the prepared stem straight down onto the pins before adjusting its angle. The pins are sharp, so handle the kenzan carefully and do not drop or drag the weighted base across a delicate vessel.
After arranging, rinse away plant material and allow the kenzan to dry before storage.
Not sure whether to choose 61, 80 or 90 mm? Read What Size Kenzan Do I Need for My Vase? for a step-by-step sizing method. For technique and care, see What Is a Kenzan? or compare all models in the Ikebana Kenzan collection.
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Ownership & care
Rinse away plant material after use and allow the kenzan to dry before storage. Handle the sharp pins and weighted base carefully.
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| Price | from €34 |
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| Availability | In stock now | In stock now | In stock now |
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| Best for | Everyday ikebana & larger arrangements | Tiny vessels & separate stem groups | Beginners & smooth vessels |
| Construction | Weighted lead base with brass pins | Four small weighted kenzan | Polycarbonate body and pins |
| Sizes / format | 61 / 80 / 90 mm | 2 round + 2 square | 53 / 78 mm |
| Stability | Highest stability in the current range | Use individually or together | PVC suction-base stability |
| Vessel fit | Bowls and open vessels | Small bowls and minimal arrangements | Smooth-bottom vessels |
| Why choose it | The standard traditional choice | Flexible support for small placements | Lightweight alternative to a metal base |
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