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How to Order Flowers at a Japanese Florist: Budget, Color, and Occasion

A customer discusses flower colors and practical needs with a florist at the worktable

You do not need an extensive knowledge of flowers to order a good bouquet. Start with five details: the occasion, your budget, the main color, the mood, and how long you will carry it.

Editorial image illustrating how to discuss an order. It does not depict a named shop or person.

A ready-to-use order

“It is for a birthday, around ¥3,000, mainly pink, bright and cheerful, and I will carry it for about an hour.”

What you can leave open

Available flowers change with the season and each shop’s stock. Instead of insisting on a particular flower, mention practical needs such as colors to avoid, a preference for little fragrance, or pets in the recipient’s home.

When to ask in advance

Contact the shop a few days early during busy periods such as graduation and Mother’s Day, or when you want a large bouquet or a specific color. Prices and reservation policies vary by shop.

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