Handcrafted Bonsai Pots for Sale Starting in March – Imported Directly from Japan!

[Nakajima Bonsai]

I will have high-quality, handcrafted bonsai pots available for sale in March,2025. These pots are made by Japanese artisans, with unique designs that are perfect for bonsai lovers.

Here are the details of the pots I’ll have:

1. Ikko Pot (壱興造記) - Length: 6.9” (17.5 cm), Width: 5.1” (13 cm), Height: 2.6” (6.5 cm).
2. Ikko Pot (壱興造記) - Length: 7.3” (18.5 cm), Width: 5.7” (14.5 cm), Height: 1.8” (4.5 cm).
3. Yamashu Pot (山秋) - Length: 11.6” (29.5 cm), Width: 8.7” (22 cm), Height: 21.7” (55 cm).
4. Kazan Pot (佳山) - Length: 11” (28 cm), Width: 8.9” (22.5 cm), Height: 3.5” (9 cm).

5. Nakano Gyosan Pot (中野行山) - Length: 16.9” (43 cm), Width: 12” (30.5 cm), Height: 4.7” (12 cm).

Each pot is 100% handmade by skilled Japanese artisans and carries their craftsmanship and tradition.

If you’re interested or would like me to bring other bonsai tools, accessories, or pots from Japan, feel free to message me.

We also specialise in pine tress maintenance! Please feel free to contact me if you have any trees that need work done! Please come to my Instagram for more bonsai projects!

I look forward to connecting with fellow bonsai enthusiasts in Vancouver!

 

[ShadyStump]

Weren't we all just talking about this, @Bonsai Nut? Do we have an official policy on new sellers?

 

[RJG2]

I'd give this one a pass - they aren't directly selling anything yet.

@Nakajima Bonsai if you plan on selling anything directly here, I suggest you read the discussion on new members selling, first:

Thread 'Policy on new members selling things'

Jan 7, 2025

I wanted to open this topic to see what members think about the subject. Recently we have had new members who register on the site only (or primarily) in order to list something for sale. In some cases, the transactions have gone off without a hitch. In others, there have been issues.

There is not currently a policy on the site about how much time someone should spend here before they are allowed to sell directly to members. What do people think?

• Bonsai Nut
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[Michael P]

@Nakajima Bonsai because of recent scams by new members joining just to sell we are suspicious.

 

[JudyB]

You seem to have 6 pots shown, but only 5 listed names of makers. Looks like #6 is the Gyozan pot, what is #5 then if that's true. You should add pictures of the stamp on the bottom to show authenticity. Buyer beware, as there have been good fakes out there, not saying that these are, just sayin,...

 

[Nakajima Bonsai]

I'd give this one a pass - they aren't directly selling anything yet.

@Nakajima Bonsai if you plan on selling anything directly here, I suggest you read the discussion on new members selling, first:

Thread 'Policy on new members selling things'

Jan 7, 2025

I wanted to open this topic to see what members think about the subject. Recently we have had new members who register on the site only (or primarily) in order to list something for sale. In some cases, the transactions have gone off without a hitch. In others, there have been issues.

There is not currently a policy on the site about how much time someone should spend here before they are allowed to sell directly to members. What do people think?

• Bonsai Nut
• Replies: 58
• Forum: General Discussion

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Hello RJG2,

Thank you for your message, and I sincerely apologize for posting this kind of content on the same day I joined the community. I realize now that it was a lapse in judgment and lacked the consideration needed to ensure everyone feels comfortable here.

I also appreciate your understanding in allowing the post to remain. Moving forward, I will do my best to be an active and respectful member of this community. Even if I engage in online sales, I will always prioritize in-person interactions and will never require deposits upfront.

This situation has been a learning moment for me, and I apologize again for my lack of common sense and awareness of others.

Thank you once again for your guidance, and I will be sure to follow the guidelines from now on.

Best regards,

Kanta

 

[Nakajima Bonsai]

@Nakajima Bonsai because of recent scams by new members joining just to sell we are suspicious.

I am sorry about all this trouble. I will consider more about what to post in the future.
I would be more than happy if you could come to my Instagram and Facebook page for more personal Bonsai content. I post stories of what Bonsai I am currently working on and Befores and Afters!

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[River's Edge]

I look forward to connecting with fellow bonsai enthusiasts in Vancouver!

Vancouver BC or Vancouver Washington?

 

[Nakajima Bonsai]

You seem to have 6 pots shown, but only 5 listed names of makers. Looks like #6 is the Gyozan pot, what is #5 then if that's true. You should add pictures of the stamp on the bottom to show authenticity. Buyer beware, as there have been good fakes out there, not saying that these are, just sayin,...

Hello JudyB,

I am sorry for the confusion. #5 is actually Gyozan. #6 is Yamashu. I forgot to list the number #6 details. Please check my other replies for the pictures of the stamp on the bottom!

 

[Nakajima Bonsai]

I will have high-quality, handcrafted bonsai pots available for sale in March,2025. These pots are made by Japanese artisans, with unique designs that are perfect for bonsai lovers.

Here are the details of the pots I’ll have:

1. Ikko Pot (壱興造記) - Length: 6.9” (17.5 cm), Width: 5.1” (13 cm), Height: 2.6” (6.5 cm).
2. Ikko Pot (壱興造記) - Length: 7.3” (18.5 cm), Width: 5.7” (14.5 cm), Height: 1.8” (4.5 cm).
3. Yamashu Pot (山秋) - Length: 11.6” (29.5 cm), Width: 8.7” (22 cm), Height: 21.7” (55 cm).
4. Kazan Pot (佳山) - Length: 11” (28 cm), Width: 8.9” (22.5 cm), Height: 3.5” (9 cm).

5. Nakano Gyosan Pot (中野行山) - Length: 16.9” (43 cm), Width: 12” (30.5 cm), Height: 4.7” (12 cm).

Each pot is 100% handmade by skilled Japanese artisans and carries their craftsmanship and tradition.

If you’re interested or would like me to bring other bonsai tools, accessories, or pots from Japan, feel free to message me.

We also specialise in pine tress maintenance! Please feel free to contact me if you have any trees that need work done! Please come to my Instagram for more bonsai projects!

I look forward to connecting with fellow bonsai enthusiasts in Vancouver!

Missed the details of the #6!
Please refer the below.

6. Yamashu Pot (山秋) - Length: 11.4” (29 cm), Width: 8.5” (21.5 cm), Height: 3.0” (7.5 cm).

 

[Nakajima Bonsai]

Vancouver BC or Vancouver Washington?

Vancouver BC!

 

[Canada Bonsai]

Buyer beware, as there have been good fakes out there

Sorry for the side-topic

@JudyB have you ever seen a fake? I know there is at least one vendor in the USA who has been saying this for years (...he enjoys pretending he is the only supplier who can be trusted, I get it), but nobody has ever been able to show any fakes to me except the same few Tofukuji pots that people use over and over again as examples. I'm curious if you've seen more evidence than I've been exposed to?

I've asked quite a few people in Japan too, and nobody has ever seen or heard of fakes, except a few Tofukuji pots . Especially when it comes to Tokoname pots, the cost is so low to begin with in Japan (I'm not talking tourist prices...) that the idea of creating fakes makes no sense financially -- you'd truly be better off just launching your own line of pots

 

[vp999]

I've read some articles a while back that they only make fake Tokufujis and really high end pots so far ...No one had make fake Koyos and such ...Yet.

 

[River's Edge]

Vancouver BC!

Double welcome to a fellow Canuck. Wishing you the best in your new venture. If you are in Tokoname later this month perhaps our paths will cross.

 

[Canada Bonsai]

Double welcome to a fellow Canuck. Wishing you the best in your new venture. If you are in Tokoname later this month perhaps our paths will cross.

Frank will you be at Kokufu? I'm in Japan Feb 7-15 for both weeks of Kokufu and shopping for trees to import

 

[River's Edge]

Frank will you be at Kokufu? I'm in Japan Feb 7-15 for both weeks of Kokufu and shopping for trees to import

I will, still working out my itinerary , will likely fit in the first week of Kokufu. Not planning on importing any trees that is for sure!

 

[snowman04]

I will be watching this...

 

[Nakajima Bonsai]

Making mini. So adorable.

 

[JeffS73]

Regarding fake Gyouzan. I believe I've seen some for sale, but without handling them, it's almost impossible to be sure. The fact is he is prolific, made pots both all by hand and by mould, and he employed numerous clays and glazes throughout his lifetime. I've traded a good number of his pots and believe I would recognise a fake. There are a number of 'tells' I usually rely on.

I believe other artists do get faked. I'm certain I've seen a (good) pair of fake Yusen painted pots recently, and not so long back a fairly good Isseki.

For me Tofukuji remains the most faked, occasionally see a Gekkou, then some Heian Kouzan that looks 'off', but more usually its sellers trying to sell Kouzans sons work as the fathers by being deliberately ambiguous. Sometimes see famous Chinese potters works that don't look right, Shokodo in particular.

 

[JudyB]

Sorry for the side-topic

@JudyB have you ever seen a fake? I know there is at least one vendor in the USA who has been saying this for years (...he enjoys pretending he is the only supplier who can be trusted, I get it), but nobody has ever been able to show any fakes to me except the same few Tofukuji pots that people use over and over again as examples. I'm curious if you've seen more evidence than I've been exposed to?

I've asked quite a few people in Japan too, and nobody has ever seen or heard of fakes, except a few Tofukuji pots . Especially when it comes to Tokoname pots, the cost is so low to begin with in Japan (I'm not talking tourist prices...) that the idea of creating fakes makes no sense financially -- you'd truly be better off just launching your own line of pots

I have heard and seen images of Gyozan fakes. I have not to my knowledge ever owned one, but it could be that one I have in my possession could be. If it is, it's a great fake, and a terrific pot.