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Tale of Artisans Vol.11 “Haeru”

Tale of artisans Uruwashi

Shiba district in Tokyo is a place where you can still feel the wind of Edo-era. Shiba Park Hotel is a good old hotel that has weaved its way through time in harmony with the traditions and culture of this area. Shiba Park Hotel is also a library hotel with a diverse collection of books. We hold an exhibition called “Tale of Artisans” which tell stories of traditions (tales) that they have developed and nurtured.

Pamphlet (PDF)

Period

June 3 (Mon.) – September 8 (Sun.), 2024

Time

11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please note that the exhibition will be open until 4:00 p.m. on the last day.

Location

1F Library Lounge/ 2F Foyer Book & Culture

Admission

Free

Curator: Nipponnowaza.com
(Managed by Braincafe Co., Ltd.)

Japanese Traditional Crafts

Stencil Dyeing & Edo Kiriko・Edo Glass

In the tale of artisans Vol.11 with the theme of “Haeru”, from the colorful dyeing “Stencil dyeing”, we introduce “Hand-inserted stencil dyeing” and “Ryukyu bingata,” and also “Edo kiriko” and “Edo glass” with cool light passing through the glass. The four crafts are vividly summery and colorful. Please enjoy yourself as long as time permits.

It looks the best in summer.
The season when the sun’s rays become stronger day by day.

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What is Hand-Inserted Stencil Dyeing?

It is a technique of applying a resist paste to the fabric using the Ise-katagami, which is also used for Edo komon, and dyeing the fabric by applying colors with a small brush. It is almost the same technique as Ryukyu bingata, a generic name for Okinawan dyeing, but it is characterized by stylish colors and patterns that capture the taste of the Edo period.

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Dye master/Yoshikazu Fujimoto

Fujimoto Senkougei

Born in 1936 in Hachioji. Fujimoto studied under Grand Master Magobei Ishii and learned Edo komon print technique. Since becoming independent, he has won numerous awards at dyeing contests for his original and creative kimonos. While following traditional dyeing techniques centering on woodblock dyeing and stencil dyeing, he is constantly taking on new challenges.

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What is Ryukyu Bingata?

Ryukyu Bingata is dyed using two techniques: Katatuske, using stencils, and Tsutsubiki, applying a resist paste. There are two types of color tones: Brightly colored Bingata and Eshigata dyed with Ryukyu indigo.

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Tomoko Nawa

Bingata Nawachou

Born in 1981 in Yonago, Tottori City. In 2003, Nawa moved to Okinawa to study Bingata, and in 2007, she became independent and established her own brand “Bingata Nawachou.”

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What is Edo Kiriko?

It is said that Edo kiriko has started in 1834 when Kyubei Kagaya who ran a glass wholesale store in Edo Odenmacho, imitated British-made cut glass and applied engraving to the surface of glass. Since then, the tradition of Edo period faceting has been preserved for a long time, despite the earthquake, war damage, and many other difficulties.

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Shimizu Glass Corp.

Shimizu Glass was founded in Honjokikugawa-cho in 1923. Manufacture and sell crystal glass and Edo kiriko cut glass. Also support contract processing and other services.

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What is Edo Glass?

Edo Glass is a craft that received the designation of Tokyo’s traditional crafts in 2002. The traditional techniques include “glassblowing,” in which molten glass is spooled at the end of a blowpipe and blown by mouth into shape, and “press molding,” in which both plunger (male section) and mold (female section) are made, the glass is spooled at the end of a blowpipe, inserted into the mold, and a plunger is used to press the glass into the mold and shape it.

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Glass artist/Yuri Toriumi

Nijiirosketch

Toriumi creates her works using various techniques of glass craft such as sandblasting, glassblowing, burner work, and kiln work. She also creates daily in her small atelier at home with the theme of designing works that heal and bring joy to people.

By Ginza Tsutaya Books

Books Recommended

Ginza Tsutaya Books recommends books to you from Shiba Park Hotel exhibition “Tale of Artisan.”

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In a Restaurant with Tea, Sweets, and Books

Blissful Afternoon Tea

At The Dining, we have offer “Blissful afternoon tea.” You are always welcome to enjoy our 1,500 books directed by Ginza Tsutaya Books. Please enjoy a blissful time with your favorite black tea flavor, along with a book you like in hand, and sweets delivered from three types of restaurants that includes Japanese, Chinese, and Western cuisine. We are happy to accept reservations from one person.

Original Cocktail

Melody

Edo Glass Edo Kiriko

It is beautiful transparency and handmade warmth,

like when you look up at the sky after the rain.

Spend an enchanting time with a refreshing summer cocktail.

Price

1,400JPY (tax included)
※Virgin cocktail is also available.
※15% service charge will be added to your bill

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