静寂閑雅
TOMOYA ICHIKAWA
Based on the theme of the beautiful Japanese spiritual culture of "Quiet Elegance,"
He expresses his unique worldview and aesthetic sense using his beloved material, glass.
The shock of encountering such captivating beauty is an emotional experience that will stay etched in your mind.
It is my life's work as an artist to express those emotions in my work and share those moving experiences with others.
The chunky marbles, the clear streams of nature that were my playground, the ink paintings of Zen temples, the "white" scenery of Toyama,
Although the times and places we meet may vary, true beauty is something everyone can feel purely beautiful.
Nothing more, nothing less; there is no philosophy or logic involved.
We hope you enjoy the works that express the pure beauty of Japan, born from emotion and sensibility.
Quiet and tranquil elegance: A state or atmosphere of pure silence, elegance, and charm
NEWS
PROFILE
When I was a child, I encountered beautiful jewels called marbles, and the transparent texture and the colorful, sparkling world that unfolded within them led me to the world of glass.
Even now, as a glass artist, my passion for marbles, which are my roots, remains a major driving force in my creations, just as I felt when I first encountered them.
I am grateful to have found the perfect partner, glass, which continues to fascinate me without ever fading, and I will continue to spread the charms of glass throughout my life.
"Every day I'm moved, every day I'm touched, every day I'm grateful"
Glass artist Tomoya Ichikawa
<Brief biography>
1974
Born in Konan City, Shiga Prefecture
1997
Worked at Asahi Glass Works (until 1999)
1999
Studied under Kuniaki Kuroki (until 2013)
2013
Member of Toyama Glass Studio (until 2017)
Started his career as a writer
2014
Japanese Traditional Crafts Toyama Exhibition Takaoka City Mayor's Award
2015
Selected for the Traditional Crafts and Crafts Division Exhibition
Tableware Grand Prize, Excellence Award, Special Jury Award
2016
Toyama City Art Exhibition, Crafts Division, Grand Prize
2017
Independence
2018
Shiga Prefectural Art Exhibition, Crafts Division, Art Festival Award
2019
Toyama Prefectural Art Exhibition, Crafts Division, Newcomer Award
2020
Tableware Grand Prize Winner
Numerous other awards
Nihombashi Mitsukoshi, Yokohama Takashimaya, Umeda Hankyu, Kyoto Takashimaya, etc.
He is actively involved in exhibitions all over the country, mainly at famous department stores .
& GLASS craft and design studio is
The concept is "Enjoy everyday meals with your family and loved ones."
This is a line of glass tableware for everyday use created by Ichikawa Tomoya.
Barely clad, like glass, and free.
CONTACT
Tomoya Ichikawa
Glass Workshop &GLASS craft and design studio
237-3 3B, Furusawa, Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture
930-0151
Tel・Fax: 076-434-6550
Email / info@ichikawa-tomoya.jp