"Neither blindly following old ways nor blindly striving for novelty."

45 years have passed since I started dyeing. The weight of the soil that gave birth to Yuzen is,

At some point, it felt like it gave me a clear direction for my creative work.

The reverence for the ancestors who supported the history that lies dormant in Kyoto has, over time, become a reflection of tradition and creativity.

It taught me about the harmony of seemingly contradictory expressions and the true meaning of refinement.

The inevitability of what needs to be expressed, the weight of not over-expressing, and a definite sense of independence,

A presence that doesn't assert itself too much, while acknowledging the sense of impending weathering inherent in threads and fabrics,

With the hope of continuing to create works that permeate every fiber with heartfelt emotion throughout my life...

I want to make a renewed effort now.

The Kakiden Gallery, returning after a two-year hiatus, will be open in the new year.

This time, we will be presenting new works including komon (small patterned fabric), dyed obi (sash), furosaki screen (folding screen for use with a tea ceremony utensil), and interior design pieces, all of which can only be expressed through hand-painted dyeing.

With your kind consideration...

Akira Tamamura