My story began in Hiroshima, Japan, where I grew up among rice fields, mountains and wildflowers. I remember gathering little blooms and making flower crowns. Years later, living in the Surrey countryside, I wanted to hold on to that feeling of wonder and bring nature into everyday life.

Fresh flowers are beautiful, but their time is brief. With felt, I found a way to capture something of their character and let it stay: the curve of a petal, the softness of a colour, the individuality of each bloom.

I founded The Tsubaki in 2017, choosing a name that means camellia and speaks to love and passion. Each design is made by hand, with patience and care for the small details that bring a flower to life.

I hope my flowers do more than decorate a room; I hope they invite you to notice beauty, make space for yourself, and rediscover joy in the everyday.