Career / History

Born on May 2, 1996 in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture.

2020: Completed training at Kagawa Urushi Lacquerware Institute

2020: Studied under lacquer or URUSHI artist Shozo Kitaoka

2020: First selection at the 38th Japan Traditional Urushi Works Exhibition

2021: Selected for the 39th Japan Traditional Urushi Works Exhibition

2022: Selected for the 69th Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition

2022: Selected for the 40th Japan Traditional Urushi Works Exhibition

2023: Opened my own studio and became independent in Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture

2023: Selected for the 70th Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition

2025: Won the NHK Takamatsu Broadcasting Station Prize at the 67th Japan Traditional Art Crafts Shikoku Exhibition

About me

I initially had no personal connection to the world of urushi (Japanese lacquerware). However, having been born in Japan, I felt a strong desire to engage with Japanese native culture and make it a part of my life. This calling led me to become an Urushi (lacquer) artist.

While Urushi artistry has diverse styles across Japan, I was particularly captivated by the vibrant and colorful techniques from Kagawa Prefecture. Within this tradition, I specialize in Choshitsu (carved lacquer). I was fascinated by this method, where carving reveals the beautiful, hidden layers of colored Urushi applied meticulously underneath, and it is what I have dedicated myself to studying.

I create each piece with a deep hope for the continuation of our cultural heritage. But just as importantly, I create with the profound wish that, through my art, I can share the feelings and scenes I experience with people from all walks of life. I would be overjoyed if my work could connect us.