Masahiko Kimura is a world-renowned bonsai master, not to be confused with the famous Japanese judoka of the same name. Born on March 31, 1940 in Saitama, Japan, his exceptional sculpting and styling technique earned him the title “Magical Technician of Kindai Shuppan” later in life. He began his career as a bonsai artist when he was 15 years old. It all started when he was an apprentice to Motosuke Hamano, a bonsai master at Toju-en Bonsai Garden. He decided to pursue the craft on his own after eleven years of working under Hamano. Since then, he has created numerous masterpieces that are regarded as among the best in the world. His most stunning piece, however, is the Hinoki forest, which features gravity-defying mini forests.