【19th – 31st JULY 2018】Pop-up shop, talk and exhibition by Manami Okazaki, the author of Kokeshi, from Tohoku with Love. Kokeshi are traditional wooden dolls that are predominantly made in rural hotspring villages in the Tohoku region. Originally a children’s toy made by farmers, these simple and charming folktoys have captured the hearts of collectors around the world. More than 100 kokeshi will be available, from traditional, orthodox types to kawaii, modern varieties. A rare opportunity to purchase new kokeshi by master artisans in the Tohoku region. Meet the author: Daiwa Foundation (talk and exhibition) 17th July 6-8pm. Sway Gallery (in store) 19th and 28th July all day.

【7th -13th June 2018】OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday 7th June 6pm – 8pm The history of kimono, the national costume of Japan, dates back to ancient times, and techniques such as spinning a cocoon, dyeing and weaving have been passed on from time immemorial. Unfortunately nowadays kimonos are used only during special events. MIYABI and PETIT KIMONO transformed, stitch by stitch, the kimonos that belonged to their ancestors generation after generation into small cute objects and mini-kimono, inspired by Japanese seasons, Japanese food and Japanese traditions. They have successfully exhibited in Japan and in Paris, and this is their first solo exhibition in the UK. ABOUT MIYABI (Masako Ishihara・mother) She has been … Read More