The "Journey Through Red" exhibition is being held at the Seikatsu Kobo Gallery in Sangenjaya, Tokyo, from April 5th to May 14th.

For Japanese people, red holds special meaning as a color that is present in everyday life, such as for celebrations and as a talisman. Under the supervision of clothing designer Takehiko Sanada, who has created works using Japanese textiles, the exhibition displays felt works dyed with bengara, a color made from red clay, and explores the culture surrounding the color red from across Japan.

In addition, under the theme of "Japanese People and the Red Color," contributions on the theme of red from 10 individuals from various fields, including scholars of folklore, researchers of classical weaving, and artists specializing in red-board dyeing and weaving, as well as exhibits of related tools and objects.

In addition, on April 16th, during the exhibition, a talk event titled "Japanese Culture and the Color Red" will be held, featuring textile and clothing experts Yamazaki Kazuki and Nakajima Yoichi, where you can learn about the aesthetic sense of "red" in their respective fields.

[Exhibition Information]
"Seikatsu Kobo 20th Anniversary Exhibition: Direction by Sanada Takehiko / Clothing and Forms of Celebration Vol. 1: A Journey Through Red"
Period: April 5th - May 14th
Venue: Seikatsu Kobo Gallery
Address: Carrot Tower 3F, 4-1-1 Taishido, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Hours: 9:00 - 20:00
Admission is free
Open daily during the exhibition period