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Kenzan (Kenzan, also known as "spike frog" or "flower frog" in English-speaking countries) is an important tool in the art of ikebana. It is a metal plate with numerous sharp spikes on which flower or branch stems can be pinned.
Kenzan is usually placed at the bottom of a vase, and it allows plants to be held in the desired position, providing stability to the composition. There are many different sizes and shapes of kenzan, allowing for the best option to be chosen for a specific vase and ikebana composition.
Kenzan can be made of plastic, wood, concrete, etc. The material affects the price and durability. Not all modern kenzan can be placed in a vase and filled with water.
The name "kenzan" comes from the Japanese language, where "ken" means "sword," and "zan" means "mountain." Overall, it can be translated as "mountain of swords," which quite accurately describes the appearance of this tool with numerous sharp spikes resembling swords.
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