

Episdoe 140, Japanese Aesthetic
Little Things for Bonsai People by Evan Pardue
S1 · E143
Aug 14, 2026
01:36:28
Episode notes
How's it going, Bonsai Buds! On this episode we welcome Mike Lane back on! After months of tracking him down, he has returned and has a lot to say. Evan and Mike break down the "Japanese aesthetic" and dig into why those who are new to bonsai are distant to it. There's a lot of Western culture influence and Evan and Mike push on a few hot takes. Be warned, this episode may challenge your bonsai brain!
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