![[Ceramics] Shinno Iwao Celadon Ribboned Vase (Diameter 16.6 x Height 27.2 cm)](https://www.premium-j.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/features_20250328wako_1_top.jpeg)
![[Ceramics] Shinno Iwao Celadon Ribboned Vase (Diameter 16.6 x Height 27.2 cm)](https://www.premium-j.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/features_20250328wako_1_sp.jpeg)
The Seiko House Hall will be hosting the "Crafts and Kôgei Creations - Living National Treasures Exhibition," which will bring together works by holders of important intangible cultural properties (Living National Treasures) from April 4rd to 3th.
![[Dyeing and weaving] Sachiko Arakaki's obi fabric "Concerto"](https://www.premium-j.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/features_20250328wako_01.jpeg)
[Dyeing and weaving] Sachiko Arakaki's obi fabric "Concerto"
![[Lacquerware] Kazumi Murose, gold-plated lacquer and mother-of-pearl striped vase (diameter 10.3 cm x height 23 cm)](https://www.premium-j.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/features_20250328wako_02.jpeg)
[Lacquerware] Kazumi Murose, gold-plated lacquer and mother-of-pearl striped vase (diameter 10.3 cm x height 23 cm)
"Living National Treasure" is the colloquial term for a "holder of an important intangible cultural property," and refers to an individual who has honed their craft skills over a long period of time, developed their own unique style, and become a leader in their field.
![[Lacquerware] Nishi Katsuhiro "Ibota Flower" Gold-plated box (19 x 26 x height 16 cm)](https://www.premium-j.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/features_20250328wako_03.jpeg)
[Lacquerware] Nishi Katsuhiro "Ibota Flower" Gold-plated box (19 x 26 x height 16 cm)
![[Metalwork] Nanryo tea jar "Tsukimiya" by Yukie Otsuka (diameter 13.4cm x height 16.2cm)](https://www.premium-j.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/features_20250328wako_04.jpeg)
[Metalwork] Nanryo tea jar "Tsukimiya" by Yukie Otsuka (diameter 13.4cm x height 16.2cm)
This 10th exhibition will display works by 5 artists from five craft fields: ceramics, dyeing and weaving, lacquerware, metalwork, and wood and bamboo work. Each artist has repeatedly engaged in dialogue with the material, and the works on display are full of charm, embodying the form of beauty they envision.
![[Wood and Bamboo Craft] Kibe Shoho, Smoked Bamboo Flower Basket "Miyabi" (Diameter 37cm x Height 24cm)](https://www.premium-j.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/features_20250328wako_05.jpeg)
[Wood and Bamboo Craft] Kibe Shoho, Smoked Bamboo Flower Basket "Miyabi" (Diameter 37cm x Height 24cm)
This exhibition brings together supreme works that combine advanced techniques passed down through the ages with the "beauty of utility" that fits into modern life. Admission is free, so please feel free to drop by.
◆"Craftsmanship and Creation of Kôgei - Living National Treasures Exhibition"
[Dates] June 4th (Thurs) to 3th (Sun)
[Venue] Seiko House Hall (Seiko House 4th floor, 5-11-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
[Inquiries] 03-3562-2111 (Representative)
[Opening hours] 11:00-19:00 (until 17:00 on the last day)
[Closed days] No holidays
【Admission charge】 Free
