“Shizubi Research+ Shiro Kuramata and Shizuoka” – Publication Release The discussion “How Bar COMBLÉ Came to Be”, featuring Hisae Igarashi, is included in the publication. This publication introduces the commercial spaces designed by Shiro Kuramata (1934–1991), one of postwar Japan’s most renowned designers, in Shizuoka. These spaces are presented through archival photographs and documents. It features an in-depth essay by…
During the Design Museum Japan Exhibition, we will be offering gallery tours inside the venue. Participation is free and no advance registration is required. Please feel free to join us—just come to the venue at the scheduled time. A gallery tour led by Hisae Igarashi will be held on Saturday, May 24th at 4:00 PM, in collaboration with contemporary artist…
Hisae Igarashi to Speak at the Talk Session Held in Conjunction with “Design Museum Japan Exhibition 2025: Collecting and Connecting Japanese Design” A special talk session will be held alongside the “Design Museum Japan Exhibition 2025: Collecting and Connecting Japanese Design.” Hisae Igarashi will join fellow creators participating in the project to explore, from diverse perspectives, what can be done…