FICI ART BLOG

  “萬事如意” – Banjinyoi The first two characters are read ‘banji‘ which literally means ‘all’ or ‘every’. The last two characters are read ‘nyoi‘ which literally means ‘your wish’ or ‘ your goals’ . Therefore this word is saying May you find peace year after year, or may all your hopes be fulfilled. It is often used for New Years. The Tokyo Skytree celebrates the fifth anniversary this May, and the calligraphy by Mohri Suzuki also has been the fifth time to be performed here; We would like all of you here to join our memorable day today, and wishing...

Turn calligraphy that represents Zen philosophy into indoor decor, without the frame and directly on the wall. I’ve heard that many New Yorkers change wallpaper based on the mood and season. Also, Fend-shui teaching has been popular. I would like my calligraphy to blend with the busy and fast-paced lifestyle of New York, and through the essence of Zen achieve peace and elegance. By painting on the wall directly, I believe the spirit and the beauty of “here and now” will stay in the atmosphere of your place. It will be one time challenge. Hope to share this experience and...

萩焼作家　納富晋　Pottery Artist : Susumu Notomi 書家　鈴木猛利 Calligrapher : Mohri Suzuki 茶道家　中澤宗寿 Tea Master : Soju Nakazawa   Hagiyaki originates from the city of Hagi in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Hagi yaki is known for a fine mesh of cracks which many Potter's dedicate their live in pursuit of this unique antique appearance. Susumu Notomi applies a rich blue glaze to draw out the beauty of Hagi yaki and has created those high quality Hagi ware.   See the work of Susumu Notomi

Hagi is well known for its remarkable historic sites and its local Hagiyaki Pottery. Hagi (萩) is a former castle town off the major transport ways along the tranquil Sea of Japan coast in Yamaguchi Prefecture. It used to be the capital of the Mori Clan, one of the most powerful clans during the feudal age. Mori lords governed present Yamaguchi (then known as Choshu) for more than 250 years and played a central role in bringing about the Meiji Restoration in the second half of the 19th century.   Hagi is best known for its nicely preserved former castle...