Adam Jones, a Bonsai Master in Japan

As of 2021, Adam Jones is the only foreign Bonsai Master that owns and operates a Bonsai Garden in Japan. Becoming a Bonsai Master in Japan is not an easy task, even for the most skillful Japanese enthusiasts and being a foreigner makes it even more challenging yet at the same time more fulfilling.
In this video, Adam will tell us more about his story, and how he became a Bonsai Master as well as learning more about the art of Bonsai.
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[@TokyoStreetView]

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[@bonniematthews7611]

I wish you well in realizing your dream! You have a passion and inspiration required of a master, AND the rare ability and humility to put yourself through that GRUELING five-year training period. My hats off to you. I do hope the Japanese will treat you fairly and recognize your pure spirit, hard work, and intellect. You have certainly earned my respect.

[@novrinkov0053]

please Don't say like the Japanese don't treat them fairly. they have been teaching all traditional arts and martial arts to foreigners since long ago. Otherwise jiu-jitsu and judo are not popular with foreigners. Don't blindly Believe Western Media's Biased Stereotypes. It is the Westerners who have not always treated other races fairly.

[@novrinkov0053]

These traditional jobs are difficult to assess even for those born in the Japan. Even many Japanese with his level of skill are not evaluated. Don't attribute everything to the fact that you are a foreigner. There is no reason not to give a fair evaluation just because you are a foreigner. I am not saying that all japanese are fair, but they are rare. Or, when they are not treated fairly, there is only a problem with the personality and manners of the foreigner himself. If it's not appreciated, it's simply a lack of skill and understanding. All kinds of Japanese traditional techniques are taught to foreigners. Your comment is very disrespectful to a Japanese master who accepts foreigners like family. I know a lot of japanese master who give their foreign apprentices a store or give a lot of support.

[@novrinkov0053]

In sumo, the Japanese even give foreigners the same rank as the Japanese gods called Yokozuna. Can you imagine a westerner giving a Japanese the same rank as a christian god? There are even foreign geisha and foreign swordsmiths in Japan. There are even foreign owners of teahouses and traditional ryokan that have been around for hundreds of years. It's funny that Westerners who still don't treat other races fairly say that. Western competitions and sports still don't treat Asians fairly.

[@JV-qd1uf]

Adam, I am a fellow plant lover, the connection I have with the plants I feel you also have. I was lucky enough to realize that taking care of plants was what I wanted to do from a very young age. I’ve been in this field for almost 35 years and I try to learn something new about plants every day. Enjoyed your video, if I could ever get to Japan I’d love to visit your place. Take care.

[@kenhunnicutt8536]

I admire your commitment to the art and science of bonsai. You have beautiful trees. Good luck in Japan.

[@MrGabrielJude]

You can tell he’s the real deal the way he pronounces the word “combination.” My Japanese friends used to use that word all the time, everything was a “combination” of something in conversations and chatting😆

[@luisdefrance9041]

You are a man with a purpose and really comitted to It. I admiré you for It. God bless you

[@positivenergylife]

My goodness! What a decent man! Beautiful art as well :)

[@elegantwalktour7870]

Absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@AmbientWalking]

Really, really great video. I love seeing new things thru your channel!

[@adairmartin]

Wonderful video, Adam! It’s great to see how far your garden has come in such a short time. I’d love to visit sometime!

[@danielschneider8784]

Humble Soul, Great Words, Big Inspiration!

[@Foxtrot1967]

Wow Adam, you have a beautiful place there. Lots of room! Good for you. I respectfully disagree that a deaf person, or someone listening to music cannot be a Bonsai Master. Remember, when one or more human senses are taken away, the others are enhanced.

[@NimrodTargaryen]

Congratulations Adam, best wishes

[@RABonsai]

There's no climate like Japan's climate. That's the strongest reason, after skill of course, that still the greatest Bonsai trees by far, are still made in Japan.

[@nowgaku]

You look so calm and gentle through Bonsai.

[@wadmadhushan4434]

So beautiful bonsai. Super

[@robinc3385]

An exquisite, successful career. A blessed life...where else can one work in such meditative tranquil ambiance to gain spirituality and balance?

[@allencydell8071]

❤❤❤

[@mrincredibox]

God job Adam Jones, nice bonsai, bonsai yang indah dan inspiratif, keren 👍

[@punimarudogaman]

so inspiring thank you

[@TokyoStreetView]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bonsaiprospek127]

Amazing brother,,Indonesia bonsai present

[@Hotsauce1984]

I would love to come & learn more bout bonsai trees!😍

[@TheUrbanNemophilist]

The tree is just amazing. Thank you

[@vjkresna6879]

Beautyfull🍁🌿🌳🌱👍 so inspiring..

[@bouggiesandmixbonsai4603]

When i open this channel and watch. It is totally inspiring videos.

[@bouggiesandmixbonsai4603]

Thank you

[@rokimbonsai8112]

Ikut belajar merapikan bonsai

[@yvonnechardonnet-bouchery7826]

Magique 🧙‍♀️ cette amour pour l’infiniment petit …

[@Boertje247]

I used to live down the street from “Ben’s House of Bonsai”. He’d been in Japan during the war, became enamored with bonsai, stayed and studied and returned to his home in Salt Lake City, Utah. He eventually had to sell his beautiful garden shop and retired. He moved to a senior apartment, and later died. His garden stock was largely bought by collectors and a local garden shop, but the buildings were going to be bulldozed. I went and “scavenged whatever I could with the contractor’s permission. I retrieved an iron lantern, lacquered shelf, stepping stones, many tools and supplies. I gave the tools and supples to a friend who is dedicated to bonsai. The stepping stones are in a memorial garden, and the lantern hangs on my balcony, with a view to the beautiful lacquered shelf. Ben gave me many lessons in pruning, and it remains my favorite gardening passion. He left such a legacy of appreciation for the art, whether it’s a mini bonsai or a larger (but still very short, under 5 feet) bonsai. Such a beautiful art!

[@TokyoStreetView]

Thanks for the comment. It is sad to read that "Ben" had to sell everything to retire and could not enjoy his time in his garden until the end :(

[@makegreenteanotwar]

Wow such beautiful finds, very lucky. Sad story unfortunately

[@HariKristiyanto]

I love bonsai

[@BahanBonsaiChannelBBC99]

Terimakasih...

[@JessBONSAITV]

Beautiful sir. Happy Bonsai

[@neilmcwilliam6970]

You’re to be commended for your achievement. Excellent work ethic. You’ll succeed. It’s in your nature. Inspirational. thanks

[@sheiladickerson5198]

Thank you for a wonderful video!

[@TokyoStreetView]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnrevelator1441]

абсолютно чудово, вельми прекрасні роботи

[@TheRealAndyB.]

Gosh what an amazing video. Keep it up 👏

[@NgluyukMbonsai]

Amazing master bonsai..😁😁👍👍🙏🙏

[@musaaq.12]

Keren..👍👍

[@paulccrimmins]

Wow! You're going to have to really love Bonsai to make a commitment like that.

[@TokyoStreetView]

Indeed, but look at what you can achieve.

[@StuartOliver83]

Nice one mate you're on an amazing life journey.👍🏻

[@melanesianbonsai]

learn and practice it continuously to become more expert

[@robertobreglia9224]

Thank you for this very interesting video! Very compliments for your job,i very like bonsai trees and i think that you have a great talent! 👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@kalandrakasartbonsai5400]

Excellent work of art...

[@Noni_Ferani]

Beautiful Boss...👍

[@amrin7625]

Thanks for sharing video

[@TokyoStreetView]

My pleasure

[@LessTalkMoreDelicious]

Never heard of him… but nice video! I’m into Japanese bonsai and niwaki. I like bonsai… but I love niwaki and J gardens much more. Unlike the much more popular/known practice of bonsai, niwaki and J gardening is rarely taught outside of Japan.

[@asanoen1777]

Beautiful facility and work.

[@TokyoStreetView]

It really is!

[@asanoen1777]

@@TokyoStreetView have you produced more videos of your work and your nursery collection...? And styling technique.

[@chrischenhall]

We've come to love and enjoy the Zen of the Bonsai Tree... Though the real meaning I feel I understand through study with my subconscious of 'Bonsai Tree' is a trapped spirit or tree (The ancient art of trapping a tree spirit).. this means that the Bonsai is a powerful tree spirit and may be dark or light. The Zen comes from the release the tree feels once it's finally freed (Although often this is only temporary) the immense feeling the tree expresses after being trapped for long periods of time gives the look and feel of Zen. The BONSAI TREE SPIRIT if tormented without care and love will become a dark tree spirit or evil bonsai, while a bonsai treated with a great deal of love and care (a Zen experience of patience) can result in a light spirit of the bonsai or good bonsai. While I'm not sure if anywhere can confirm this, it still speaks strongly to me when experiencing the bonsai tree or the spirit of the bonsai tree... If anyone knows or has heard this as ancient lore please fill us in more. P.S. I'm looking at creating a 'European Ash' Bonsai tree as I feel this is the sacred ash from Norse mythology and the world tree 'Yggdrasil' I feel it would make a great bonsai in honor of the Norse mythology this ash tree is found in the region of the Norse (I think... correct me if I'm wrong).

[@WalkingArchive]

Great work!

[@jashketchup]

Very well made and interesting video.

[@TokyoStreetView]

Thank you!

[@Silkbandito]

I get anxious whenever he bends a branch...

[@goluavoia3548]

Good

[@arnopienaar8111]

Bravo

[@Marcelo-56]

Such an important presentation and it only has English subtitles❓

[@TokyoStreetView]

Yes :( If you want to help and contribute please let me know.

[@Najaxyutara]

Parfait ! ;)

[@Ammeo]

This dude is living in heaven with a heavenly lifestyle

[@brucedavidson5400]

Yea but he had to go through hell to get there.

[@737ngJR]

Good morning, i just bought a pot. Hope it makes it in one piece 🙂

[@adamjones842]

Hi i enjoy your videos my name is also Adam Jones amd i grow bonsai too

[@TokyoStreetView]

That's cool!

[@carmenmurphy2485]

Amazing video. Best of luck to you!!

[@rogeliorivera5672]

How to apply apprenticeship to Japan to become banzai professional ? Appreciate your response. Thank you.

[@TokyoStreetView]

Better ask adam directly here treehousebonsai.com/ Good luck.

[@rogeliorivera5672]

@@TokyoStreetView Thank you.

[@ArfanD]

very good video I always support this channel,, a little advice try using the Indonesian translation greetings bonsai mainia

[@TokyoStreetView]

Thanks, but without anyone willing to help for translating in Indonesian, it will be hard.

[@barokahnursery]

💖

[@lightningr1218]

日本人より日本らしい😊

[@bobdobalina8680]

What are the 5 most sought after species of tree to make into bonzai ????!!!!!????

[@Kjbrunzo]

I practice bonsai, not nearly as much as the guy in this video, but I would guess: Japanese Black Pines, Japanese Maples, Larches, Junipers, and Azaleas. There are many but these offer a nice diverse variety.

[@bobdobalina8680]

I would like to do some dawn redwood, and a true Chinese juniper of some sort from Japan. There are some really pretty weeping trees that I think would be real fun and then there is all the different hard wood trees... So many choices lol

[@jameswalker3416]

I've had no luck contacting him through his Website.

[@TokyoStreetView]

Have you tried FB? He is a busy person, takes time to reply but he always does.

[@jameswalker3416]

@@TokyoStreetView I didn't I just let it go.

[@riellthom9336]

I like👍👍👍

[@nasernaime4191]

Hello Can we air layer pine trees Thank you

[@TokyoStreetView]

You should ask this question to Adam directly on his Facebook page ;-)

[@jjgcw1754]

after 10 years calling youreself a master??? aahhhhh young grasshopper :D:D:D:D

[@gregoryh4601]

Hi Adam. I love your Bonsai Garden and your Ideals is awesome to Help Us in America receive Bonsai Trees. Adam would UV Light help in Controlling Disease and Pest Control? At my Age I a have switch from trying to raise Bonsai Trees to buy one or three that just need a little time . Thanks for Bringing Us into your World. 👍🏻 Greg.

[@victoriadauria8904]

Why are the hours so demanding and the pay so low?

[@TokyoStreetView]

He explain it in the video. That the way things are done for apprentices in Japan. This way are long gone in Western countries, but it also used to be like this in the past as well.

[@mijailkalashnikov1103]

Subtitles Spanish 🙇‍♂️🙇‍♂️

[@TokyoStreetView]

If you want to help please let me know!

[@oldmanfromscenetwentyfour8164]

As expensive to purchase as Bonsai is, how does he make a living?

[@TokyoStreetView]

At the end of the video he explain a bit about this : But he teach, he grows and sell Bonsai, he sell accessories (pots, tools), he also take care of Bonsai for others in his garden, he prepare Bonsai for event and display...

[@oldmanfromscenetwentyfour8164]

@@TokyoStreetView In order for him to maintain what he has, he would have to charge very high prices for what he does, in the midst of economic crisis, how can he survive? His "clients" must be the very wealthy.

[@TokyoStreetView]

There are not so many Master any more in Japan, and my understanding is that he is "busy" so all in all, it seems to match what he need.

[@bobsmith8124]

Got really sad half way through

[@wriv819]

Whey these people call themselves master?? Not even the Japanese people who advanced the art call themselves that.

[@TokyoStreetView]

They will be called "Sensei" usually in Japan or "Artist", and Master is more for the English world.

[@wriv819]

@@TokyoStreetView more suitable Artist!

[@FastFink]

Not to be a hater, but this sounds like some long weird flex and stretched truth. He claims to have worked 90 hour weeks every week but in reality that probably only happened a few times during peak growing season or it was because of mis-manged time. I doubt he worked 90 hour weeks mid-winter when most of the trees were in full-on hibernation, but what do I know. Still cool to hear about the journey even if it was up-hill, through the snow, both ways

[@TokyoStreetView]

Been living myself in Japan for now 20 years. His story match what I have seen many times over here when it comes to apprentice.

[@tatoruso]

Am I the only one that thinks this is satire?

[@TokyoStreetView]

Sorry but, yes.

[@silversurfer96790]

Two ad before the video starts, 45 seconds later two more ads lol 😂. I love bonsai but I won’t be sitting though video packed with ads. I’m out I would not recommend this channel unless you want to be spammed with ads, very little content, shameful 👎💩.

[@TokyoStreetView]

Whether you believe it or not, we have 0 control on ads. KZbin decide what to put, how many times and so on. Now, I too do not like ads, but do you believe that creating content is free? Want us to disable ads on our channel? Here is our Patreon page www.patreon.com/TokyoStreetView. If everybody here was giving 1$, only once we will never have to rely on ads to make content. We have 115,000 Subs... 1$ each, and we are good for the next 4 years to make content and we could remove ads.