The Museum of Arts & Crafts Itami - Past Events
Below is a list of all past events for The Museum of Arts & Crafts Itami. Current and upcoming events, as well as other details, are available on the venue's page.
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Itami Jewelry College Class 16 Graduation Exhibition
A graduates exhibition by aspiring professional jewelry designers from Itami Jewelry College.More »
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Flying Jewellery
An exciting exhibition of shapes by various jewellery designers. [Related Event] Gallery Talk Date: Mar.5 (Sat) From 14:00 Admission: FreeMore »
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Ayumi Umakawa “Kacho Fugetsu Dog”
These woodblock prints by Ayumi Umakawa, a creator with ties to Atami, exude warmth. More »
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Manabu Masuda “A Single Thread”
Captivating worlds created from single pieces of wire.More »
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Toshiyuki Miura “Fudangi”
Toshiyuki Miura is an artist with ties to Itami. Here he presents works of woodcraft, an art so deeply familiar and intimate to him he gets swept up into it. More »
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October Moon – Lighting by Hideo Kusunoki
Presenting lamps and other lighting pieces made with Japanese washi paper by the artist and designer Hideo Kusunoki.More »
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Itami International Craft Exhibition 2015 - Jewellery
The Itami International Craft Exhibition this year brings a focus to the craft of jewellery.More »
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Paradise
Displaying beautiful Persian carpets produced by the Miri Collection under the theme of “Paradise.” [Related Event] Lecture (in Japanese) Date: Oct.3 (Sat) From 14:00 Admission: Free Please refer...More »
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Cheers to Japanese Sake! Sake Label Design Exhibition
From graphic designers to package designers, 100 artists from various genres have designed their own individual Japanese sake labels.More »
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Takeshi Yamamoto “The Changing Shape of Soil”
Takeshi Yamamoto uses organic matter and plaster to replicate porcelain shapes. This exhibition presents her most recent works alongside a re-work of her 90s expressions.More »
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Utsuwa From Tokai and Koshinetsu
Presenting vases and dishes (utsuwa) by 37 outstanding artists working in the Tokai and Koshinetsu regions. Part one features ceramics, lacquer, bamboo, and woodcraft, while part two offers an in-depth...More »
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Guri and Gura
An exhibition to commemorate the 50th birthday of picture book “Guri and Gura.”More »
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Itami Jewelry College Class 15 Graduation Exhibition
A graduates exhibition by aspiring professional jewelry designers from Itami Jewelry College.More »
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4th Heart Piece Afghan Rug Exhibition
Introducing Afghan rug-making, an art with 1,000 years of history. [Related Event] Talk and Concert Guest: Hajime Mizoguchi Date: Feb. 7 (Sat) 14:00 Please see the official website for details....More »
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Satoshi Nakamura “04-14— Is this Jewelry?”
Presenting the works of the internationally active contemporary jewelry designer Satoshi Nakamura. [Related Events] Talk Satoshi Nakamura will discuss his works. Date: Jan. 17 (Sat) 14:00 Admission:...More »
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22nd Exchange Exhibition of Korean and Japanese Paintings and Crafts
Displaying works related to Korea’s Bakan and Kudara kingdoms. [Related Event] Clarinet concert Performers: Clarinet Ensemble Hana Date: Jan. 18 (Sun) 14:00 Admission: Free Please see the official...More »
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Utsuwa (Japanese Pottery) from Kanto - 21 Artists Material and Form
An exhibition introducing ceramic art, Japanese lacquer, metal work, bamboo work, and glasswork by artists living and working in the Kanto Region of Japan. [Related Events] “Baroque Music Concert”...More »
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Scent Jewelry Exhibition
How can jewelry be used to express a scent? The importance of scent in creating an environment is considered by various artists through materials such as metal carving, glasswork, and ceramics in this...More »
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Masanosuke Onuki Exhibition
Known widely for his illustrations for the novels of Jugo Kuroiwa, Masanosuke Onuki was an artist of the Showa age, and here his talent is again unveiled in a series of 25 works.More »
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Kyoto Fan Exhibition
Kyoto-style fans by 82 designers and creators active in a wide array of fields are on display and for sale. These creations demonstrate the splendor and depth of the Japanese craft of fan-making, while...More »
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Bashofu Exhibition
A collection of Bashofu (abaca cloths) from Kijoka in Okinawa. [Related Event] Lecture “Bashofu This and That” Date: June.14 (Sat) Start 14:00 Speaker: Mieko Taira (Chairman of the Board, Kijoka...More »
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2014 Japan Jewelry Art Exhibition
Displaying 231 winners and selected works by 119 artists in this year’s open-call jewelry competition. [Related Events] Gallery Talk Date: May 31 (Sat) 14:30–15:00 Free Workshop “Making Plastic...More »
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Private Utopia: Contemporary Art from the British Council Collection
“Private Utopia: Contemporary Art from the British Council Collection” explores more than 115 artworks by approximately 30 British artists who came into prominence from the 1990s onwards, including emerging...More »
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Contemporary Jewelry From 13 Japanese Universities
Introducing the works of Japan’s top jewelry designers and artists and their students. A total of 49 people, including both instructors and students from 13 Japanese art universities, present works that...More »
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Itami Jewelry College Class 14 Graduation Exhibition
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Utsuwa From Tohoku— Clay, Lacquer, Metal
Introducing the work of 14 promising Tohoku artists working in ceramics, lacquer ware, and metal, who have overcome the disaster and continue to practice their arts. The exhibition offers a look at the...More »
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Itami Workshop Exhibition
The Museum of Arts & Crafts Itami gathers together creatives from all artistic fields, holding regular workshops which introduce techniques to eager participants including metalwork, weaving, ceramics...More »
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“Itami International Craft Exhibition 2013”
Now in its 16th year Itami International Craft Exhibition here presents 96 artists selected from 1303 submissions from 14 countries around the world, with awards being presented to 8 of these creatives....More »
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Itami Craft Fair
Held once annually, the Itami Craft Fair showcases the creations of the Itami Craft Club’s professional artisans and craft lovers. Many of the ceramics, hand-woven items, dyed fabrics, and engraved metal...More »
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Natsuki Kurimoto Exhibition
Exhibition of works by highly-regarded contemporary lacquer artist Natsuki Kurimoto, who has been exploring new avenues for the art form since the 1980’s. On display will be 100 works; functional wares...More »
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Hiroyuki Tanaka “The World of Languages: An Exploration”
Hiroyuki Tanaka’s works are created out of an exploration of disappearing languages and languages based on logographic systems (such as Chinese or Japanese) through old books. Tanaka hopes these works...More »
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Textile Art & Miniature Exhibition
Exhibition of miniature textile art which hopes to serve as an inspiration to the next generation of pioneering textile artists. [Gallery Talk] Date and Time: June 15 (Sat) 14:00-15:30 In Japanese....More »
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Japanese Jewelry Art Exhibition
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Akio Okumura "Cardboard Furniture and Chairs by Children"
Making the best use of eco-friendly materials like corrugated cardboard, both functional and chic furniture will be displayed. *Exhibited at B1F Exhibition Room More »
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Ceramics Exhibition
*Exhibiting at Exhibition Room BMore »
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"Your Documents Please" Exhibition
This exhibition is a touring show organized by Alma on Dobbin, Rumi Tsuda and others, featuring personal identification papers created by 270 artists from every country in the world. *Exhibiting at...More »
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British Jewelry Exhibition
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"Afghan Carpet: Heart Piece" Exhibition
*Exhibiting at B1F Exhibition Room and Exhibition Room BMore »
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Hyogo Prefecture Artists Association Exhibition
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Crafts Center Copperplate Prints Course Exhibition
*Exhibiting at Exhibition Room BMore »
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"Re?! Goods" Exhibition
*Exhibiting at Exhibition Room BMore »
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Basketry Exhibition
The exhibition features original and creative basketries. *Exhibiting at B1F Lecture: December 15th (Sat) 15:00- Workshop "Small Pieces by Raffia": December 16th (Sun) 13:30-16:30 Workshop "Playing...More »
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Itami Crafts Group Exhibition
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Dyeing Patterns of Kimono Exhibition
"Somegata" are dyeing patterns that have been applied to dye kimono traditionally. These designs are inspired by nature such as flowers and birds. In fact, these motifs have become more popular in recent...More »
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2007 Itami International Crafts Jewelry Exhibition
Award Ceremony: October 27th (Sat) 10:30- Lecture "Before Design": November 4th (Sun) 10:30- Featuring Shigeki Hattori (graf director) 1000 yen (reservation required) *B2F Seminar room [Image:...More »
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Eiji Uematsu "The Shape of Clay"
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2007 Glass Crafts Triennale "Progress" Exhibition
The exhibition will feature 58 glass works that have been selected from a pool of 165. Works exhibited will include glass objects, containers and jewelry that reflect "progress" in the world of glass art....More »
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"The Insides and Outsides of Light" Exhibition
*Exhibiting at B1F Exhibition Room Workshop "Making a Lampshade": August 4th (Sat) 13:30-15:30 limited to 20 persons, reservation requiredMore »
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"2007 Japan-Korea Textiles Exchange: Dreaming" Exhibition
The exhibition features four Korean and five Japanese textile artists. *Exhibiting at the B1 Exhibition Room. Art Talk: June 28th (Thu) 15:00- FreeMore »
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Sally Freshwater Exhibition
The exhibition features works by Sally Freshwater, who was inspired by her memories of visiting Japan and her impressions of the country. By skillfully using metallics and translucent fabrics, the works...More »