Development Blog
The developer shares the story behind the app — from the inspiration and the journey of building it, to the challenges faced along the way.
1. The Origin of Ikebana Lab Development
Around June 2024, a certain drama was generating buzz.
2. Until the concept takes shape
Based on my past experience in service development, there are questions I always ask myself when developing a service.
3. There was no 3D ikebana app
When you come up with an idea, it's usually already been done by someone else.
4. 3D Flower Model Creation
Learn everything you'll keep doing yourself over and over again with all your might, and outsource everything else.
5. Start taking lessons at an ikebana class
Based on my experience, domain knowledge and experience are essential for developing any kind of service or application.
6. The Advantages and Disadvantages of Digitalization
While digital certainly has its limitations, I feel it offers even greater benefits.
7. Improving the operability of 3D models
Once the app's structure started to take shape, I gave it a thorough test run myself.
8. A new feature born from the experience of taking lessons
Each one was born from feelings I experienced while actually learning and practicing ikebana myself.
9. Business and Future Outlook
Looking ahead to the development of AR and VR, the future potential for expanding ikebana digitally.