2024.05.13

#OWNER's VOICE File08

Nature The aquarium is everyday life makes you rich Creative activities

Nature Aquarium’s goal is “Tokonoma”



Please tell us how you started aquariums and terrariums.


My son and I started keeping betta fish, which is a tropical fish. At first, I bought a breeding set and enjoyed it, but Gradually, I became interested in aquatic plants and the layout of the aquarium.

Then, while I was doing some research, I learned about the existence of Nature Aquarium. Instantly take in the beautiful world view of tropical fish swimming in an underwater forest. I got hooked on it and started wanting to make it myself.

Nature Aquarium grows plants, In addition to the fun of raising living creatures, you can also lay out the interior of the aquarium. There is also the pleasure of using various equipment, I am fascinated by its depth.





What do you think is the best thing about starting a nature aquarium?


It makes my heart flutter, just like when I was a child. Being able to have fun and feeling excited and elated My daily life has become richer.

I enjoy interacting with people on SNS, and most of all, I enjoy seeing my aquarium. Get people interested in nature aquariums, I'm really happy that you enjoyed it.

Because it's my favorite hobby, I'm not alone in it. I feel very happy when I can help someone, I'm glad I started.





Is there anything I should be particularly careful about when it comes to aquariums and terrariums?


I try not to get too nervous. If you keep using the nature aquarium, you will inevitably Aquatic plants may not grow as expected, There are times when strange moss grows and things don't go well.

At such times, while thinking of countermeasures, I think it can only happen as it happens. Of course, you can acquire knowledge and skills to solve various problems. It would be great if we could solve the problem, but to some extent we should let nature take its course. I think having fun is part of the fun of this hobby.

The way we want to display the aquarium is in an alcove. The aquarium is in a corner of the living room, but it looks like an alcove in a Japanese-style room. I am thinking about how to present the aquarium, including the surrounding equipment, with the aim of creating a space. Someday, the Nature Aquarium will become a hanging scroll in an alcove. I hope that it will become something like ikebana.

It is important for people to balance themselves with plants and living things.



Have you ever kept an aquarium or terrarium and felt like you failed?


I've made a lot of mistakes (lol). Very few things ever go as planned.

It's common to suffer from nuisance algae such as bald moss. Because I was too particular about the layout and didn't think about planting aquatic plants. The fish may not grow well, or the space for the fish to swim may become too small. In addition, too much priority is given to making the area around the aquarium look neat. Maintenance could also become difficult.

Looking back, most of my failures were I think I can control it the way I want. I think it's because of hubris.

In nature, in a form that is suitable for the environment. Plants and living things live here. Instead of trying to fight the laws of nature, humans balance together. I realized the importance of nature observation and knowledge about living things.

The criterion for selecting lighting is "sympathy with the concept"



What are the important points when it comes to aquarium lighting and terrarium lighting?


It's about whether you can relate to the concept. Performance for growing plants is of course important, but Because we live in an era where there are so many options, Why was this lighting planned and commercialized? I want to value the philosophy and background that form the basis of performance and design.

Amaterasu was mentioned by the supervisor kumanomi.360. I really sympathized with the development philosophy of ``thinking about the family.

By repeating trial and error, we found a training method that suited each environment. I believe that finding them will lead to "communication with plants.

For example, Amaterasu's distinctive shade design This may be to hide the light source so that it does not dazzle when hung. Considering electricity costs, high performance is achieved with low wattage. I find it unique and appealing because it is developed from the perspective of users and their families.




What does an aquarium mean to you? What is a terrarium?


It's a creative activity that enriches daily life. I like thinking and designing Creating layouts is a kind of self-expression that makes me feel satisfied. You can also just look at the beautiful aquatic plants and tropical fish. I also enjoy it as an interior decoration because it is soothing.


Please give a message to aquarium beginners and users.


It's just so much fun! In addition to the fun of making, growing, and appreciating, there are various items available. There's also the fun of putting them together. Also, the more you know about knowledge and techniques, the more profound and interesting it becomes. Spending money doesn't necessarily mean things will go well, but There are places where you want to spend money I think it's an attractive hobby element (lol).


thank you very much.