A Powerful Little Itoigawa with a Substantial Trunk
This tree cannot be shipped to California due to agricultural restrictions.
You will receive the exact tree and pot shown in the photographs.
There’s a lot of tree here for just 14 inches. The heavy lower trunk takes a tight bend before rising into a broad canopy, with textured bark and small jin adding character along the way. That combination of trunk thickness and compact height gives this Itoigawa real presence.
Itoigawa is among the most desirable junipers in Japanese bonsai. The fine, bright foliage is a big part of the attraction: it lends itself to beautifully detailed pads. Here, it softens the heavier trunk, while the low branch reaching to the left gives the design width and balance.
We’ve had this tree on our benches for a while, and Peter Olson styled it in September 2026. There’s already an established structure to enjoy, with room to refine the branching and foliage over time. For someone who likes a substantial juniper in a manageable size, this one has a lot going for it.
We repotted it in 2026 using Tinyroots Premium Soil, a blend of Akadama, pumice and lava rock. The decorated rectangular ceramic pot complements the trunk nicely. Overall height is approximately 14 inches, with a 15-inch spread.
Tree Details
- SKU: WEB21139
- Common Name: Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper
- Botanical Name: Juniperus chinensis ‘Itoigawa’
- Height: Approximately 14 inches from table to apex
- Spread: Approximately 15 inches
- Pot: 9.5-inch reddish-brown rectangular ceramic pot with decorative detailing
- Styled By: Peter Olson in September 2026
- Repotted: 2026 in Tinyroots Premium Soil (Akadama, pumice and lava rock)
- Location: Ships from our Massachusetts nursery
- Availability: One of a kind. You will receive the exact tree and pot shown.
Care and Continued Refinement
Grow outdoors with plenty of sunlight and good airflow. Water thoroughly as the soil approaches dryness; do not let the root ball dry out completely. This tree is wired. Check the wire regularly and remove it before it marks the branches. Protect the roots during severe winter weather.
Shipping Confidence
This tree ships from our Massachusetts nursery. We carefully secure the pot and protect the trunk, branches, foliage, soil and any existing deadwood before packing it for shipment.
Photography Note
Photographed November 12, 2026. Color and appearance may vary slightly with lighting, seasonal growth and normal changes in a living tree.
Please Note
This is a living tree and will continue to change throughout the seasons. Minor foliage loss during shipping is normal. All trees are sold as-is. All sales are final. No refunds, returns or exchanges. Once the tree leaves our nursery, its care is your responsibility. Have questions? Just reach out. We’re happy to help.
We ship thousands of bonsai trees and supplies each year, and every order is packed with care by our team. Live trees are watered, secured, and packaged to help them arrive safely and ready for their new home.
Live bonsai trees generally ship early in the week, Monday and Tuesday, to reduce time in transit. Tools, pots, soil, fertilizer, and other non-living items usually ship throughout the week.
Bonsai Outlet is a licensed nursery, not just a warehouse. We follow the proper inspection and certification requirements for shipping live plants across state lines. When a state requires additional documentation, such as a nematode certificate or nursery inspection certificate, we work to ensure the proper requirements are met before shipping.
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