In the latest rikumo workshop, visitors to the concept store were given the chance to craft a paper mask and transform into the mischievous fox spirits of Japanese folklore.
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Master artist Shu Kubo visited Rikumo for a workshop celebrating the Japanese art of kirié.
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On a rainy and cool Sunday afternoon in October, an undeterred group of Philadelphia’s finest textile aficionados gathered in our store for a special lecture and demonstration on the history of Japanese kimono presented by textile expert Andrea Aranow.
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On Wednesday, July 24th, 2019, a small group of plant enthusiasts convened in our store after we had closed to the public to partake in a special hands-on Kokedama making party. Over the course of the evening, our knowledgeable team provided a wide array of plants and taught attendees how to create and care for these potless wonders.
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On June 15th, 2019 an intimate group of art lovers gathered at the Rikumo Concept Store for a special demonstration of Gyotaku fish printing by the artist Michael Reimer. See photos from the workshop and learn more about this unique artform.
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On Monday, March 11th, we were happy to join forces again with our friends at Collaborative Cataloging Japan (CCJ) for a special presentation with video artist Ko Nakajima. Mr. Nakajima shared his deep knowledge of Japanese animation with our guests as he described its fascinating history starting in the early 1800s.
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On Thursday, February 28th, 2019, award-winning floral artist Hiroto Inoue visited our store from japan to perform a live window installation. Enjoy behind-the-scene photos of his work in progress.
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On Wednesday, December 12th, we were happy to host the Philadelphia chapter of Ladies Wine & Design for a night of festive cocktails, stimulating conversation, and furoshiki gift wrapping.
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On Sunday, October 21st, we wrapped up an event-filled month with an informative and delicious workshop all about kombucha with our friends at Inspired Brews.
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As part of this year’s DesignPhiladelphia festival, we invited artist Carla Weeks to the store for an exclusive workshop on the art of block printing on furoshiki. Read on to see the works!
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For the past few weeks, textile designer Graham Keegan has carved a route through the American heartland on a mission to spread the gospel of natural indigo dyeing. Here’s what we learned from his Rikumo visit.
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We held our second suminagashi paper marbling workshop, just in time for the sakura cherry blossom festival.
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On a crisp Sunday morning in October, we stopped by United by Blue for a series of matcha tastings with some friends.
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Think of origami, and images of intricately folded and angular swans and flowers often come to mind. However, during last month's workshop, we learned that it can be so much more.
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We were honored to host Sayaka Toyama from Curious Corners for three sold-out sessions of hands-on shibori dyeing. Read the recap, where she shares her secrets for effortless indigo dyeing every time.
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For this month's workshop, we came together with some of our favorite local vendors to put together a truly special marketplace experience.
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To celebrate the launch of our organic matcha line, we held a primer on all things matcha at our tea bar. If you weren't able to make it, here is a recap of what we covered.
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Featuring over 20 different artisans, our first pottery exhibit is a rare chance to see and hold pieces made by the modern-day artisans that are carrying on the ceramic traditions of Mashiko, Japan.
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