Bonsai Grower Rejects 50,000 Yen Offer for 3-Year-Old Juniper, Sparks Outrage

A bonsai grower was offered 50,000 yen for a juniper tree he nurtured for three years, sparking online outrage over the lowball price. The viral Threads post has been viewed over 30,000 times. The owner, "Daruma Bonsai," refused the offer from a dealer who called twice, citing deep attachment. The tree, which grew from an uncertain state in 2023 to a striking specimen by 2026, is valued at potentially hundreds of thousands of yen. Commenters called the offer "ridiculous" and "a mistake," praising the bonsai's impressive trunk and features. The grower emphasized that bonsai are like family, not commodities, and hopes to share their beauty with more people.