Kaga Yuzen Panel / Hollyhock
Before you buy
The Suigenkyo Online Store carries handmade works by artisans from all over Japan.
Please note that the design, etc. may differ slightly from the photo due to the handmade nature of the product.
Please be aware that there may be a delay in reflecting the inventory of one-of-a-kind items because they are also sold by the artisans, and they may be out of stock. In such cases, we will cancel your order.
Shipping
- Orders over $150 qualify for free shipping.
- Orders under $150 will incur a shipping fee, which is automatically calculated at checkout.
Customs and VAT
- Please be aware that customs duties and VAT may apply at the time of delivery.
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- Customs duties and VAT are non-refundable.
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Delivery Services
- Japan Post
- DHL
Delivery Time
- If the item is in stock, it will be dispatched within approximately one week.
- If the item is out of stock, the production time varies depending on the product. Please check the Delivery Date in the Material & Caution section of the product description.
Last updated: 9/3/2024
Product Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?
Product Story
General Product Information
These art panels are dyed using the same technique used to make Kaga Yuzen kimonos.
Each piece is made entirely by hand, without the use of machines. The shading of the colors is skillfully manipulated to create a sense of depth.
Please enjoy the beautiful expression of the four seasons in Japan as seasonal interior decorations with the taste of yuzen dyeing!
Product History
When did these crafts start to craft?:500 years ago / 1500AD / Sengoku period in Japan
It is known that when Miyazaki Yuzensai, a popular fan painter in Kyoto, came to Kanazawa, he established and developed innovative designs to the kimono designs originally established in Kanazawa. Today, the free style and many colorful designs are loved by many people.
Craftsman Story
Craftsman Profile
Kenzo Makino
Since 1975, he has worked in Kyoto and Toyama prefectures, and is currently making Kaga yuzen in Ishikawa Prefecture. Yuzen is usually done by division of labor. However, the greatest feature of Kenzo Makino is that all processes from designing to finishing can be done consistently, and the skills and knowledge required are immeasurable. In addition to kimonos, the company offers a wide range of products such as art panels and necktie!.
Craftsman Passion
"I want people to feel the changes of the four seasons in Japan through my dyed works."
With this in mind, I create small works of art in addition to kimonos to convey the beauty of Kaga Yuzen, which has a history of 500 years. The shades of color and the thickness and fineness of the lines convey the small gestures of nature in our daily lives.
Achievement
Received the Bronze Prize three times at the Traditional Kaga Yuzen Craft Exhibition.
Received the Ishikawa Prefecture Governor's Prize at the Kaga Yuzen New Craft Exhibition
Designated as a traditional craftsman in 2008
He has received many other awards for their work.
Your Contribution to Craftsman
Customer Voice
Due to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!
Income for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?
As written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. There are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer / craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!
We made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.
Current state of the Crafts Market / Benefits brought by Suigenkyo
Measurement
Width:19cm
Length:19cm
Thickness:1.5cm
Weight:210g
Material & Caution
Materials
Silk
Gold leaf
Caution
Individual Difference
Each piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.
Delivery Date
Please note that it will take about a month for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.