{"id":2837,"date":"2026-05-01T19:35:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T10:35:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hulsgallerytokyo.com\/en\/?p=2837"},"modified":"2026-05-01T19:35:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T10:35:12","slug":"15-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hulsgallerytokyo.com\/en\/2026\/05\/15-news\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cFree Expression in Lacquer\u201d \u2013 Lacquer Artisan Takao Togashi Solo Exhibition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The beauty and charm of lacquer lie in its ability to transform into a variety of textures. Driven by a passion to convey this appeal, Takao Togashi has developed a diverse range of techniques and continues to create highly imaginative works. In this exhibition, he is expanding his collection of new works featuring the beautiful, deep luster of \u201cAizu Tamamushi-nuri,\u201d while also showcasing a wide variety of lacquer finishes, including \u201cShibunichi-nuri\u201d with its metallic sparkle and white lacquer with its soft, delicate appearance. He is also placing a new emphasis on tea ceremony utensils. We also have a wide selection of other items\u2014such as sake vessels, serving trays, and small boxes\u2014that you can enjoy seeing and using in your daily life. We invite you to explore Togashi\u2019s world, which expands the boundaries of artistic expression.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dates: 15th (Fri) \u2013 30th (Sat) May, 2026\uff0aClosed on Sundays and public holidays<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Opening hours: 10:00 a.m. \u2013 6:30 p.m.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Venue: HULS GALLERY TOKYO\uff08Akasaka, Roppongi\uff09<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Dialogue with Artist: 15th (Fri), 16th (Sat) May<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">* Please note that the event details are subject to change. 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