{"product_id":"sikitobonsai_winter_kuromatsu","title":"[Pre-order] Seasons and Bonsai (Winter): Japanese Black Pine","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Black Pine (Kuromatsu), a Japanese native species symbolizing longevity and prosperity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuromatsu, or Japanese Black Pine, is a classic bonsai tree. Its evergreen leaves, even in winter, have long been revered as sacred and a symbol of longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vibrant leaves growing in a small pot have a charm reminiscent of a mischievous boy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts robust nature, with excellent heat and cold resistance, makes it easy for beginners to handle. Its vigorous budding also allows for the joy of shaping it into your preferred form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-2_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763384168\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKuromatsu is available in two sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e① Extra Small Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color of the sake-cup-like pot is \"Seigin\" (blue-silver), like a quiet winter sky. The saucer is paired with \"Biwa,\" reminiscent of a sun-drenched spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-24_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763384461\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-10_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763384461\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-20_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763384461\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e② Small Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven that Kuromatsu are often planted along the coast, the pot color is \"Kokkai\" (black sea), like the rough ocean. A crisp \"White\" saucer was chosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-26_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763384462\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-18_1dd20bac-3c90-44d9-97d3-7f30adbc58bf_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763384461\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-22_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763384461\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour Seasons and Bonsai \u003cwinter\u003e includes 7 types of trees\u003c\/winter\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112_72-3_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763356293\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Four Seasons and Bonsai\" for winter 2025 features 7 types, all in limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have selected auspicious trees for wishing prosperity in the new year, as well as those with vibrant fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e① Holly | Hiiragi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/hiiragi_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763356678\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHiiragi, or holly, with its distinctive jagged leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a symbol of the holiday season, it also has the flower meaning \"family happiness\" in the West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_hiiragi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. (Size: Small, Pot color: Tetsuaka)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e② Japanese Black Pine | Kuromatsu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/DSC08517_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763356761\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuromatsu, a classic bonsai tree, possesses a unique presence that combines strength and charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts evergreen leaves and long lifespan make it an auspicious symbol. It is familiar today as one of the \"Three Friends of Winter\" (Shochikubai), attributed to its ability to maintain its beauty through the cold winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_kuromatsu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. (Sizes: Extra Small, Small; Pot colors: Seigin, Kokkai)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e③ Firethorn | Kamatsukakokemomo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/kamatsukakokemomo_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763357615\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamatsukakokemomo, an evergreen tree native to Taiwan, has a somewhat oriental atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall white flowers bloom in spring, and the fruits turn red from late summer to autumn. December to January is the best time to see them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_kamatsukakokemomo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. (Size: Medium, Pot color: Wakakusa)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e④ Japanese White Pine | Goyomatsu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-3_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763358112\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoyomatsu, as its name suggests, has five needles bundled together. This native Japanese evergreen conifer is considered an auspicious item for attracting good fortune in work, due to the wordplay \"goyō o matsu\" (waiting for your orders).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall pinecones may appear from autumn to winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_goyomatsu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. (Size: Medium, Pot color: Sumi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⑤ Japanese Ardisia (Juryo) | Yabukoji (Juryo)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/yabukoji_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763358548\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYabukoji, also known as Yamadachibana in the Manyoshu, has been loved by people since ancient times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn winter, its red berries hang adorably, and it is an auspicious item displayed as \"Juryo\" for New Year's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_yabukoji\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. (Size: Medium, Pot color: Shiro)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⑥ Japanese Andromeda | Asebi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/asebi_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763359286\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsebi is a popular choice as a cut branch. In early spring, its bell-shaped reddish-purple flowers bloom in magnificent clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species can be enjoyed all year round, with reddish new shoots in early summer and glossy leaves from mid-summer onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_asebi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. (Size: Large, Pot color: Hyoushi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⑦ Senjumal | Senjumaru\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-1_1024x1024.jpg?v=1763358721\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenjumaru, a type of Japanese Black Pine, has a \"yatsubusa\" (eight-bundle) characteristic where its branches divide finely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong, dense foliage and dramatically changing trunk skin are its charm. We offer an extra-large size that exudes dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_senjumaru\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. (Size: Extra Large, Pot color: Doukuro)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening the Door to Nature. Bonsai Specialty Store \"Ishiki Hana\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Ishiki Hana Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/logo_b_2.jpg?v=1754372487\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIshiki Hana, a bonsai brand based in Murayama City, Yamagata Prefecture. The representative of SiKiTO was instantly captivated by their beautiful and refined bonsai, leading to this collaboration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll bonsai are carefully cultivated by Ishiki Hana staff with time and effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/DSC01553_1_1024x1024.jpg?v=1755234202\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Ishiki Hana's unique charms is their gently shaped, in-house produced pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 50 original colors are given elegant names such as \"Hakuu\" (white rain) and \"Shinpaku\" (deep green).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/DSC07382_1024x1024.jpg?v=1755234318\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Four Seasons and Bonsai\" collaboration with Ishiki Hana is sold for a limited time each season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also read our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/blogs\/magazine\/sikitobonsai_start\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003evisit article\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e about Ishiki Hana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Period and Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this product will be shipped directly from Ishiki Hana, please allow some time between placing your order and delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003corder period\u003e November 21, 2025 (Fri) - January 8, 2026 (Thu) 23:59\u003c\/order\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cdelivery date\u003e Scheduled to ship within 7 days from order date\u003c\/delivery\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonsai are living plants. Please cooperate in receiving them to avoid re-delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e*You can specify your preferred delivery date from the 10th day after your order date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful items for bonsai living (sold separately)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20250417_72-41.jpg?v=1745756060\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor bud scissors that can precisely cut even small areas, click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/toyamahamono_mekiribasami\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/DSC02702_R_1024x1024.jpg?v=1755234452\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor liquid fertilizer and activator to promote healthy growth, click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_activator\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Branch Delivery Subscription\" for seasonal branches delivered to your home is also popular.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/221110_2_480x480.jpg?v=1668070505\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick here for the \"Branch Delivery Subscription\" that delivers seasonal branches to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--ここからリンクボタン--\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/sikito.com\/products\/edamono-subsc-60\" title=\"枝もの定期便60cmプランの商品ページ\"\u003e Branch Delivery Subscription 60cm Plan\u003cbr\u003eView product page \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/sikito.com\/products\/edamono-subsc-all\" title=\"枝もの定期便100cmプランの商品ページ\"\u003e Branch Delivery Subscription 100cm Plan\u003cbr\u003eView product page \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/sikito.com\/products\/edamono-subsc-140\" title=\"枝もの定期便140cmプランの商品ページ\"\u003e Branch Delivery Subscription 140cm Plan\u003cbr\u003eView product page \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!--ここまでリンクボタン--\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #e7e7e7; border-radius: 0px; padding: 3% 4% 3% 4%;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center; padding-top: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Instagram @sikito_official\u003cbr\u003eSharing #life with branches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"instafeed-shopify\" id=\"feed-21297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor any inquiries, please contact us \u003cu rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/sikito.channel.io\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SiKiTO","offers":[{"title":"Extremely small size","offer_id":46227545227439,"sku":"bonsai-winter-kuromatsu-XS","price":6200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small size","offer_id":46227543490735,"sku":"bonsai-winter-kuromatsu-S","price":7800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2853\/6495\/files\/20251112__72-24.jpg?v=1763384461","url":"https:\/\/sikito.com\/en\/products\/sikitobonsai_winter_kuromatsu","provider":"SiKiTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}