Beautiful Shari and Strong Movement from Root to Crown
This tree cannot be shipped to California due to agricultural restrictions.
You will receive the exact tree and pot shown in the photographs.
The deadwood is what draws you into this Itoigawa. A broad ribbon of shari follows the trunk through a series of tight bends, with exposed roots below and small jin near the foliage. The pale grain against the darker bark gives it that weathered character so many of us look for in a juniper.
Itoigawa is one of Japan’s most sought-after bonsai junipers for good reason. Its fine, compact foliage allows you to develop detailed pads without hiding the trunk. On this tree, that delicate green growth makes a beautiful contrast to the strong movement and deadwood beneath it.
We’ve had it at the nursery for a while, and Peter Olson styled it in September 2026. He left the trunk open to view, with a lower branch extending to the right. The structure is there to enjoy now, with satisfying work ahead as the foliage pads fill out and become more defined.
Repotted in 2026 in Tinyroots Premium Soil, our Akadama, pumice and lava rock blend. It’s planted in an unglazed Yixing pot and measures approximately 17 inches tall with a 12-inch spread. A particularly appealing Itoigawa if you love expressive deadwood.
Tree Details
- SKU: WEB21112
- Common Name: Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper
- Botanical Name: Juniperus chinensis ‘Itoigawa’
- Height: Approximately 17 inches from table to apex
- Spread: Approximately 12 inches
- Pot: 11.5-inch unglazed Yixing ceramic pot
- 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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