EXHIBITION 2026

わたしたちのくに

OUR COUNTRY

2026.10.6TUE - 10.11SUN

11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Daikanyama HillSide Forum

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2026.08.01 INFO

Exhibition Details and Artist Profiles
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2026.06.15 NEWS

The Exhibition Will Be Held at
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CONCEPT

Rooted in the classical tradition,
we step into new forms of expression.

Calligraphy, Fabric, and Dyeing

The bleeding and dry-brush textures of ink are transformed into
fabric. Beyond them, Our Country begins to take shape—
something that resides deep within us.

Works by the three creators on a stage over the lake

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

About The Exhibition

An installation of calligraphy and textiles by calligrapher
Ransetsu Ozawa, textile artist BLNK, and textile-printing specialist
Yasuhiro Udagawa.The exhibition brings together calligraphy, textile art, and craft within a single spatial experience.

Calligraphy

Ransetsu Ozawa’s brushwork is defined by bleeding ink, dry-brush textures, and
expressive negative space. Carrying classical traditions forward, she expands calligraphy beyond the boundaries of paper.

Textiles

BLNK brings together material selection, textile development, production processes, and spatial composition, weaving calligraphy and regional craft techniques into a unified form
of expression.

Dyeing process using textile printing techniques

Textile Printing Artist

Yasuhiro Udagawa responds to the materials and production conditions, translating the spontaneity of calligraphy into textile form.

HIGHLIGHTS

Highlights

Calligraphic brushstrokes transferred onto fabric

Translating the Unpredictability of
Ink into Textile

The bleeding and dry-brush textures of a single brushstroke are reinterpreted through materials and processes, then translated into textile form. Designing chance into the production process lies at the heart of this exhibition.

Where Hand and Machine Shape
Regional Materials

Textile printing, flocking, metal leaf, and washi paper. Materials and craftsmanship from different regions come together, giving each work its own distinctive texture and warmth.

Spreading fabric on a stage over the lake

The three creators collaborating on snow

Three Disciplines,
One Installation

The calligrapher creates the brushwork, the textile-printing specialist develops the processes, and the textile artist brings together material and space. Working across the boundaries of their respective disciplines, the three collaborators shape the exhibition as a whole.

MATERIALS / TECHNIQUES

Materials/Techniques

Regional materials and artisan craftsmanship translate the expression of ink into fabric.

Washi Paper

The works incorporate hemp rakusui paper produced by Awa Washi, a type of Japanese paper characterized by its open, water-patterned surface. Its layered fibers, translucency, and texture add depth and decorative detail to the fabric.

Foil

Its sheen changes with the light and viewing angle, adding a new visual layer to the ink lines.

Textile Printing

By carefully assessing the materials, chemicals, temperature, and humidity, the energy and spontaneity of the brushwork are translated into textile expression.

Flocking

Short fibers are bonded to the surface of the fabric, giving the lines a velvet-like dimension and a deep texture that absorbs light.

Fabric

Washi paper, foil, flocking, and shimmering particles are layered over a cotton base. Through movement, translucency, and light, the calligraphy extends into the surrounding space.

Heat Press Processing

Heat and pressure bond the washi paper, foil, and flocking to the fabric, uniting the unpredictability of handwork with the precision of technical processes.

ARTISTS / COLLABORATORS

Artists/Collaborators

Calligrapher

Ransetsu Ozawa

Calligraphy, Brushwork,
and Written Expression

Ozawa began practicing calligraphy at the age of three and later received the artist name Ransetsu. For this exhibition, she
extends her distinctive use of bleeding
ink and line into fabric and space, exploring new possibilities for calligraphy.

Textile Artist

BLNK

Material Selection, Textiles,
and Spatial Composition

Working across material, thread, textile processes, and spatial design, BLNK collaborates with factories and artisans to create one-of-a-kind textile works.

Textile Printing Artisan

Yasuhiro Udagawa

Dyeing, Processing,
and Technical Implementation

Yasuhiro Udagawa is a technical instructor in the Textile Design Department at Tama Art University. With 16 years of experience in a dyeing factory, he specializes in textile printing and related dyeing processes.

WORKS / INSTALLATION

Works/Installation

An installation of calligraphy spreading across a large fabric surface — Our Country The centerpiece of the exhibition, this installation extends throughout the atrium. Beyond the fabric bearing the character 心 (“heart”), the character 国 (“country”) emerges, inviting reflection on home, belonging, and memory.
Please do not pull the fabric. You are welcome to touch it gently with the palm of your hand.

A series of small works using materials from various regions — Beings Not of This World The work evokes overwhelming emotion and a powerful sense of vitality.
Materials: Cotton, washi paper, foil, and other materials
Techniques: Textile printing and heat pressing
Dimensions: Fabric panel: 145 × 800 cm; wrap skirt:
145 × 400 cm

A three-dimensional work made of fabric layers — The Snow Room / The Flower Room Experience the gradations of ink, negative space, and the translucency and layering of fabric across two rooms, each illuminated differently. The costumes featured in the exhibition visuals are also on display.
* Please enjoy viewing the garments without touching them.

Panoramic view of the exhibition at Daikanyama Hillside Forum — Exhibition Space Using the atrium and the second floor, this installation changes in appearance depending on the viewer’s position, the light, and the movement of the fabric.

VISIT INFORMATION

Visit Visitor Information

Exhibition Dates: October 6 (Tue) – October 11 (Sun), 2026
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Last admission at 6:30 PM
Venue: Daikanyama Hillside Forum
Admission: Admission: Free
Organizer: Ransetsu Ozawa
Reception: October 5 (Mon), 2026,
5:00–7:00 PM
By invitation only
Access: Hillside Terrace Building F, 18-8
Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku,
Tokyo 150-0033
3-minute walk from Daikanyama Station /
7-minute walk from Nakameguro Station /
10-minute walk from Ebisu Station

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わたしたちの くに

Rooted in the classical tradition, we step into new forms of expression.