11/14 Kaori Hirano Talk Session (Tokyo Exhibition @ Jiyugaoka)

We will hold an exhibition and sale at Cafe Sumiregusa, a traditional Japanese-style cafe in Jiyugaoka/Okurazawa, Tokyo, from November 12 to 15.

At that time, we will host a talk event by the shop's owner, Keisei Hirano, to share information about Itoshiro.

We will discuss a wide range of topics, including Itoshiro and the clothing production of Itoshiro Yohin-ten. If you wish to participate, please apply here.

On the day, please inform the reception desk of the name you registered under. Your payment here will complete your registration.

Schedule

Saturday, November 14, 13:30–15:00

Capacity

10 people

Participation Fee

¥1500 (includes 1 drink)

Venue

Cafe Sumiregusa, a traditional Japanese-style cafe (Okurazawa, Setagaya Ward, Tokyo 5-36-23)

　　　Approximately 8 minutes' walk from the South Exit of Jiyugaoka Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line
　　　Approximately 7 minutes' walk from Okurazawa Station on the Tokyu Meguro Line

Keisei Hirano Profile

Born and raised in Gifu City in 1981. Majored in cultural anthropology during his student years. Conducted fieldwork at IKTT (Khmer Traditional Textile Institute) in Cambodia, researching "the impact of traditional culture on individual identity formation." Feeling the importance of traditional culture, he became involved in reviving traditional crafts in his hometown of Gifu City. In 2007, he encountered Itoshiro, fell in love with the land and its people, and decided to relocate there. In 2011, he moved to Itoshiro and founded Itoshiro Yohin-ten, which revives, plans, manufactures, and sells Tatsuke—the clothing culture of Itoshiro. In addition to clothing production and sales, he also works on creating and recording regional folktale picture books, and promoting methods for making traditional regional clothing. In September 2025, he published "The Tale of Itoshiro Yohin-ten" (published by Fujin no Tomo Sha). In September 2026, he was featured on "Suteki ni Handmade."