To help you dive deeper into Naka's world, would you like to: step-by-step wiring guide based on his methods? Analyze the specific history of Goshin and its 11 trees? comparison

Most beginners wire a young sapling into a tight, unnatural "S" shape like a snake. This creates reverse taper (thicker in the middle than at the base) and looks artificial.

Naka’s wiring method followed a simple, repeatable rule: wrap at a 45–60° angle, using two hands—one guiding the wire, the other supporting the branch. He famously cautioned against “wrapping too tightly” and insisted on removing wire before it bites into the bark. His two‑wire technique for forked branches (one wire through the crotch to anchor both sides) remains a standard in bonsai textbooks.