![]() ![]() Under Amano’s leadership, Aqua Design Amano set a standard for the re-creation of Amano’s Nature Aquariums by aquarium hobbyists around the globe. Since Amano’s introduction to audiences outside his native Japan, aquascaping as an aquarium pursuit has grown by leaps and bounds. The Nature Aquarium style can be divided into further categories including Iwagumi, Ryuboku and Diorama…” This is in stark contrast to the formality of the Dutch aquascape. Heavy use of wood and rocks are typical of a Nature Aquarium aquascape and planting is rarely very formal, with more emphasis on creating something that looks natural. “The concept relies on bringing a sense of nature from outside into the aquarium. Fellow AMAZONAS contributor George Farmer recently described Amano’s signature style in his series the AquaScaper. Nothing like it had ever before been presented to western aquaristsĪmano is credited for introducing the Nature Aquarium concept to the aquarium world, and these days it is perhaps the dominant aquascaping form. With the 1994 publication of Nature Aquarium World: How You Can Make A Most Beautiful Aquarium, Amano entirely redefined the planted aquarium, or as it became known through him, the “Nature Aquarium.” While Amano certainly wasn’t the first to ever aquascape with plants, a new aesthetic bar had been set, and the planted freshwater aquarium became a visual feast, potentially on par (or in some opinions, surpassing) even the most flamboyant saltwater reef aquariums of the day. It is not hyperbole to say that, were it not for Takashi Amano, aquascaping, and the art of the planted freshwater aquarium, would not be what it is today. He left this world having created another world within: the Nature Aquarium World. Takashi Amano passed away on August 4th, 2015, dying from pneumonia while being treated for cancer at the age of 61. ![]() Amano, we respectfully decline any condolence gifts.ĭetails of the farewell ceremony will be announced, later.Ī heartfelt tribute to Takashi Amano by Steve Waldron of Aquarium Zen, Seattle ![]() The wake and private funeral will be held by close family members only. ![]() We convey our deepest gratitude to those who have favored him with valuable cooperation and support. With our deepest sorrow, we announce that Takashi Amano, President & CEO of Aqua Design Amano Co., Ltd., passed away after an illness on Tuesday, August 4, 2015. Takashi Amano (J– August 4, 2015), at home in his living room in Japan. ![]()
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