Seiko Glass in winter
20 Dec (Sat) – 12 Jan (Sun)
The makers in attendance: 21 Dec (Sun)
This winter, we are pleased to present the work of Yoshiteru Ito of Seiko glass.
The pieces he creates from the crucible
feature gentle forms and colours. In them, one senses
an indescribable quality characteristic of northern Tōhoku.
We shall present a variety of pieces,
including new works prepared especially for this exhibition
and popular staples favoured by our regular visitors here.
For this gathering ‘Seiko glass in winter’,
we discuss pieces that highlight the inherent qualities of glass
while showcasing Mr Ito’s distinctive style,
presenting new creations with this in mind.
This time, the flat-bottomed katakuchi is one such piece. By allowing the contents to be seen,
it brings the colours, shapes, and freshness of the food
into closer, more intimate perception.
We look forward to welcoming you in a northern town, Hirosaki .
Seikou Glass – Yoshiteru and Aki ITO
profile Yoshiteru ITO (glassmaker)
1969 Born in Iwate Pref.
1994 Learned glass blowing at Notojima Glass Studio
1995 Worked at the hands-on workshop “Mori no Kuni”
1997 Worked at the “Seikou Saryo” glass studio
1999 Became independent glass studio “Seikou Glass”
2003 Moved the atelier to Daisen City, Akita Pref where his partner Aki’s birthplace
2008 Selected for the exhibition of Nihon Mingeikan for the first time
2010 Awarded Nihon Mingeikan Encouragement prise
2013 Selected Kokuga Kai Exhibition, Craft Category for the first time
2015 Awarded Kokuga Kai Exhibition Craft Division Encouragement prize
Seiko Glass in winter
20 Dec (Sat) – 12 Jan (Sun)
Closed during the period: 24 & 31 Dec / 1, 6 & 7 Jan
Opening hours: 12:00-18:00
THE STABLES, 14-2 Daikan-cho, Hirosaki, Aomori JP
