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Beginner's Guide
Learn the latest floral design trends from Nicolai Bergmann Flowers & Design
The Nicolai Bergmann International School of Floristry is one of Japan’s most established flower design schools. Located in Tokyo’s most fashionable town of Omotesando, we provide a wide range of flower design and arrangement courses using both fresh and preserved flowers.
Including Nikolai Bergman
A polite lecture by a variety of instructors
The instructors will be led by Nicolai Bergmann and other senior trainers who have worked by his side for many years.
Each lesson will have a different theme, and while acquiring the necessary techniques for flower design, participants will receive individual and detailed advice to help bring out their creative ideas. Lessons are primarily conducted in Japanese, but English support is also available.
Participate from single lessons
Our flower school does not require you to take lessons consecutively, so you can choose any lesson that best fits your schedule and interests. Tools and materials are all provided, there is nothing you need to bring to the lesson. Join us for a casual week day or weekend slot, or even after work!
Accessible studio location
Our flower school studio is located in Omotesando, one of the most fashionable areas of Tokyo, only a 2 minute walk from the station. The studio with natural light is a relaxed space with modern concrete and white interiors.There is also a cafe corner so that you can enjoy drinks and snacks during the lesson.
Lesson Flow
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Reception at the Nicolai BERGMANN FLOWERS & DESIGN Flagship Store 2nd floor flower school counter (30 minutes before the lesson start time)
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Receive the flower material list to your favorite table. Feel free to enjoy Nomu Cafe coffee tea and special sweets.
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Demonstration by instructor (about 30 minutes)
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Each participant will begin making their own work. Enjoy at your own pace while receiving advice from the instructor.
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After completion, the instructor will check the work individually and make final comments. If you wish, please take photos of your own work at the photo spot.
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The staff will pack the work for taking home. Once you receive your work, you may leave the studio.
Membership Plans Membership Program
Nicolai Bergmann International School of Floristry offers membership services. Benefits include early access to our popular classes, birthday flower gift, original tote bag, and special discounts at Nicolai Bergmann Flowers & Design Flagship Store, and NOMU.
FAQ
About Lessons
Will lessons always take place according to the schedule?
Will lessons always take place according to the schedule?
Classes may be cancelled due to weather or if the number of students does not reach the minimum number of participants.
Please note that there may be changes in instructors and lesson content due to circumstances beyond our control.
Please note that there may be changes in instructors and lesson content due to circumstances beyond our control.
Who teaches the lessons?
Who teaches the lessons?
Lessons are taught by Nicolai Bergmann himself along with senior trainers of Nicolai Bergmann Flowers & Design who have worked with Nicolai for many years. Please see Our Instructors
Do I need to bring anything to the lesson?
Do I need to bring anything to the lesson?
All tools and materials will be prepared by the school. If you would like to use an apron, please feel free to bring your own.
Can I reserve a specific seat?
Can I reserve a specific seat?
The seat cannot be specified. The flower material table and name card will be handed over at the reception, so please take your favorite seat on a first -come, first -served basis.
Are lessons done sitting or standing?
Are lessons done sitting or standing?
Fresh flower lessons will be done on high tables in a standing position for ease of production, so please dress comfortably. Preserve flower lessons will be done in chairs as there is more fine detailed work. Please ask our staff if you specifically would like to request a chair in our fresh flower lessons.
Where is the school located?
Where is the school located?
This is the second floor of Nicolai BERGMANN FLOWERS & DESIGN FLAGSHIP STORE in Omotesando, Tokyo. The nearest station is Omotesando Station. For more informationaccessPlease see. Lessons to be held other than regular studios in lessons such as pop -ups are guided on the lesson details page.
What time can we enter the studio?
What time can we enter the studio?
We will open doors 30 minutes prior to the start time of the lesson. Please come to the reception and take a seat while you wait for the lesson to begin.
Should I expect lessons to end at the exactly time stated?
Should I expect lessons to end at the exactly time stated?
Participants may leave in order of completion whether it may be earlier than the scheduled end time.The instructor make final comments as soon as you are finished. You are welcome to take photos of your completed work at our photo spot, and after that the staff will wrap your work to take home. Once you receive your work you may leave the lesson.
I don't have any experience with flowers, is it okay?
I don't have any experience with flowers, is it okay?
Beginners are more than welcome to our school. You can join any lesson of your interest and we will have staff to help you if you need any extra assistance.
Can we take home the extra flower materials?
Can we take home the extra flower materials?
Yes any materials that you did not end up using for your work, you may take home. We have tools to wrap your unused materials as well. If you do not wish to bring any extras home, please leave them at your table.
What kind of things do you make?
What kind of things do you make?
We plan our lessons to create flower arrangements and works that match the essence of Nicolai Bergmann Flowers & Design, in an easy-to-understand method. From bouquets to arrangements to art pieces, each lesson is different, and never the same so please choose a theme that sparks your interest!
What kind of students participate in the school?
What kind of students participate in the school?
Regardless of level, from beginner to advanced, those who are interested in flowers and Nicolai Bergmann's designs are welcome to join our lessons. Please do not worry about your experience level and aim to enjoy the time being creative and imaginative.
Which class does Nicolai teach?
Which class does Nicolai teach?
Nicolai Bergmann only teaches the "Creative Workshop", in which he chooses the theme and flowers used for each lesson. We recommend early reservations as this is a very popular class.
Reservations / Absence
Can I make a reservation for my friends?
Can I make a reservation for my friends?
No, you can make a reservation only for yourself for each lesson.
If you wish to participate with multiple people, we ask you to make each of your own reservations.
If you wish to participate with multiple people, we ask you to make each of your own reservations.
Can I cancel my reserved lesson?
Can I cancel my reserved lesson?
After the application is completed, we do not accept cancellations or refunds. If you cannot make your reserved lesson for whatever reason, please contact us by phone or email in advance. We will send you the work or flower material to your specified address. Please call us at 03-5464-0745 or email us at school@nicolaibergmann.com
I can't make it to the reserved lesson. Can you send me just the flower materials to my home?
I can't make it to the reserved lesson. Can you send me just the flower materials to my home?
Yes, if you are scheduled to be absent to your reserved lesson, please contact us by phone or e -mail in advance. A completed work or just the flower material will be sent to your specified address. Please call us at 03-5464-0745 or email us at school@nicolaibergmann.com
I cannot make it to lesson. Where should I do?
I cannot make it to lesson. Where should I do?
Please contact us for the absent lesson date and time and name as soon as you know that you cannot make it. Please call us at 03-5464-0745 or email us at school@nicolaibergmann.com
We will arrange the details for your work or materials to be sent.
We will arrange the details for your work or materials to be sent.
What should I do if I will be late to the lesson?
What should I do if I will be late to the lesson?
If you are late, please contact us by phone.
If you are scheduled to be late for more than 30 minutes, you will be marked as absent. Please be sure to contact us to arrange a delivery of your completed work or materials to desired address.
If you are able to arrive within the lesson time, you can receive your completed work by the instructor or materials directly.
If you are scheduled to be late for more than 30 minutes, you will be marked as absent. Please be sure to contact us to arrange a delivery of your completed work or materials to desired address.
If you are able to arrive within the lesson time, you can receive your completed work by the instructor or materials directly.
How do I make reservations?
How do I make reservations?
1. Choose a lesson
You can choose the lesson that you wish to take from the lesson list, or by filtering by type or instructors. After you find the desired lesson, click for more details and reservation.
2. Add to Cart
From the lesson detail page, select the preferred time of lesson and add to cart. Make sure to read and agree to the important notes and cancel policy. If you wish to reserve multiple lessons, keep adding to your cart.
3. Confirm the contents of the shopping cart is correct, and click "Proceed to Purchase"
4. Check Out
Various payments including credit cards are available at our online shop. If you have a coupon code, enter and click "Apply". Check if all components are correct and filled in and click "Pay Now"
5. Reservation Complete
After your payment goes through successfully, your reservation details will be shown on the screen, completing your reservation. An automatic reservation confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address. Please contact the flower school if you do not receive this email.
You can choose the lesson that you wish to take from the lesson list, or by filtering by type or instructors. After you find the desired lesson, click for more details and reservation.
2. Add to Cart
From the lesson detail page, select the preferred time of lesson and add to cart. Make sure to read and agree to the important notes and cancel policy. If you wish to reserve multiple lessons, keep adding to your cart.
3. Confirm the contents of the shopping cart is correct, and click "Proceed to Purchase"
4. Check Out
Various payments including credit cards are available at our online shop. If you have a coupon code, enter and click "Apply". Check if all components are correct and filled in and click "Pay Now"
5. Reservation Complete
After your payment goes through successfully, your reservation details will be shown on the screen, completing your reservation. An automatic reservation confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address. Please contact the flower school if you do not receive this email.
Is it possible to change or cancel?
Is it possible to change or cancel?
We do not accept cancellations after your reservation is finalized. Changes to the details of your reservation are accepted one week prior to the lesson. Please email or call the flower school with your reservation details and desired changes. (Please note that it may not be possible to edit your reservation details depending on the content of request)
Can I request a refund?
Can I request a refund?
We cannot accept refunds for lessons. If you find out or decide that you cannot make the lesson, and it is past the one week deadline of acceptable changes, please notify the flower school. The instructor will create the equivalent item to be delivered to your desired address (or we can just send the flower materials). We cannot take responsibility for delivery that cannot be received due to personal convenience, so please set an address that is valid and able to retrieve the delivery after the lesson.
Can I make a reservation other than the reservation site?
Can I make a reservation other than the reservation site?
Reservations can only be made on our reservation site online. In addition, resale of the right to participate in the lesson is strictly refused in any case. Please note that we will not be liable for any troubles that occur when attending our lessons other than the standard process.
Membership Plans
What are the membership benefits?
What are the membership benefits?
We have two membership plans available. Black Membership and Premium Membship. There are five benefits that all membership plans share:
1. Prior to the start of general reservation schedule, members will have early access to reserving specific classes. Black Membership is for advanced reservations of all lessons besides the Creative Workshop. Premium Membership is for advanced reservations of all lessons INCLUDING the Creative Workshop.
2. Special Present: Nicolai Bergmann Flower School Original Tote Bag. This is the perfect bag to use for bring home your completed works.
3. Special Present: Birthday Flowers made by our Instructors on your birthday month.
4. 10%discount at Nicolai Bergmann Flowers & Design Flagship Store, NOMU aoyama, NOMU hakone
5. Newsletters
* Please note that lesson prices are the same regardless or membership
* Birthday flowers will be sent to the registered account address on your birth month.
* You will receive your tote bag after your first lesson after purchasing the membership.
1. Prior to the start of general reservation schedule, members will have early access to reserving specific classes. Black Membership is for advanced reservations of all lessons besides the Creative Workshop. Premium Membership is for advanced reservations of all lessons INCLUDING the Creative Workshop.
2. Special Present: Nicolai Bergmann Flower School Original Tote Bag. This is the perfect bag to use for bring home your completed works.
3. Special Present: Birthday Flowers made by our Instructors on your birthday month.
4. 10%discount at Nicolai Bergmann Flowers & Design Flagship Store, NOMU aoyama, NOMU hakone
5. Newsletters
* Please note that lesson prices are the same regardless or membership
* Birthday flowers will be sent to the registered account address on your birth month.
* You will receive your tote bag after your first lesson after purchasing the membership.
I want to deliver my completed work without bringing it home, is it possible?
I want to deliver my completed work without bringing it home, is it possible?
Yes we can arrange delivery of your completed work if you do not want to bring it home with you. On the day of the lesson, please pay the shipping fee and fill in the delivery slip. We will use Yamato Transport for the delivery and destinations will be limited to Japan.
How do I change from Black to Premium membership?
How do I change from Black to Premium membership?
Please contact the staff directly by e -mail or telephone. The process will differ depending on when you have joined the first membership.
Can I post on social media?
Can I post on social media?
You may make posts about our flower school freely. But when you take photos of the lesson please be mindful of not having faces of other students in your content.
However, if you are using a corporate account / media to use or coverage other than your personal account, please be sure to confirm in advance with our public relations.
pr@nicolaibergmann.com
However, if you are using a corporate account / media to use or coverage other than your personal account, please be sure to confirm in advance with our public relations.
pr@nicolaibergmann.com
Others
Can I take photos during the lesson?
Can I take photos during the lesson?
Please note that during the demonstration, we ask that you refrain from taking pictures of both videos and images, as it may cause inconvenience to other participants.
Please feel free to take photos of your own finished product and production process, while being considerate of other customers.
Please feel free to take photos of your own finished product and production process, while being considerate of other customers.
Can I take a single lessons from the Professional School?
Can I take a single lessons from the Professional School?
The Professional School is a separate curriculumn from our regular classes. You cannot take single lessons, you must participate in the year-long course to join our Professional School lessons.
Can I bring my child to the lesson?
Can I bring my child to the lesson?
We do not accept additional visitors (including children) other than the person who is attending. For those who wish to participate with their children please consider our kids workshops.
I don't live in Japan and just visiting, can I still participate?
I don't live in Japan and just visiting, can I still participate?
You can participate in lessons even if you are not living in Japan. Lessons are basically held in Japanese, but please feel free to participate because there are staff who can support in English.
Access
Omotesando Studio
5-7-2 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062 2F
T: 03-5464-0745
F: 03-5464-0717
Email: school@nicolaibergmann.com
