On Saturday, March 29, 2025, MERIDIANI TOKYO will open its doors in Minami-Aoyama. Within this space, Amahare’s art project, Amart, will curate artworks that extend the essence of Japanese craftsmanship.

The theme, "White Resonance," brings together washi paper, ceramics, porcelain, and glass—each with its own unique texture, all centered around shades of white. This harmonious interplay between exquisite materials and MERIDIANI’s philosophy of quiet luxury creates an atmosphere of refined tranquility.

We invite you to experience this serene and elegant space.

Artist
Takeshi Tsujino / Glass
Wataru Hatano / Washi
Yuko Ikeda / Ceramic
Yuka Ando / Porcelain
Airi Kagamihara / Ceramic

Curation
AMAHARE

MERIDIANI TOKYO
5-3-25 Minamiaoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062
IG　 @meridiani.japan
WEB https://meridiani.co.jp/
TEL 03-6427-7012
MAIL info@meridiani.jp
Business Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)

Takeshi Tsujino / Glass

1964 Born in Osaka, Japan.
1985 Graduated from Osaka Designer College.
1986 Moved to the U.S. to study glassblowing at various schools and studios, including Pilchuck.
2001 Founded the glass studio fresco in Izumi, Osaka.
2005 Launched the glass brand fresco and continues to create glassworks with his team.

Balancing the reliability of our brand with the originality of handmade craftsmanship, we present glassware designed to harmonize with modern life.

Glass artist Tsujino, with his exceptional skill, brings to life Venetian classics—delicate pieces created by layering vibrant palettes onto clear glass, resulting in a distinctive texture. With infinite variations in transparency, color, and tone, fresco glassware is meant to be enjoyed throughout the seasons.

“I want each person to choose a piece that resonates with their sensibility,” says Tsujino. The act of creating and the act of choosing—this connection lies at the heart of fresco.

Wataru Hatano  Washi

1971 Born on Awaji Island.
1995 Graduated from Tama Art University, Department of Painting (Oil Painting).
1997 Began training in Kurotani washi.
2000 Established as an independent Kurotani washi papermaker.
2007 Certified as a Kyomono artisan.
2022 Joined Wa.gallery.1971 Born on Awaji Island.
1995 Graduated from Tama Art University, Department of Painting (Oil Painting).
1997 Began training in Kurotani washi.
2000 Established as an independent Kurotani washi papermaker.
2007 Certified as a Kyomono artisan.
2022 Joined Wa.gallery.

Art, Space Design, and Exhibitions in Japan and Abroad

Our main projects include space design and artwork for log-onomichi, the art wall at Hiroshima Post Office, and artwork for tou-nishinotoin, among others.

Yuko Ikeda / Ceramic

1973 Born in Osaka, Japan.

Graduated from the Graphic Design Department at Pratt College (USA), San Diego campus. After returning to Japan, began learning pottery through self-study. Continuing to create in a home studio, while participating in solo and group exhibitions both domestically and internationally.

Yuka Ando / Porcelain

1982 Born in Osaka, raised in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture.
2005 Graduated from the Department of Economics at California State University, Long Beach.
2007 After working in Los Angeles, returned to Japan to pursue a career in ceramics.
2012 Moved to Denmark, and the following year began creating in Hyogo Prefecture.
2016 Relocated to Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, to continue my work.
2021 Moved my studio to Tanba-Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, where I continue to create.

Yuka Ando, a potter based in Tamba Sasayama, Hyogo Prefecture, creates works that evoke the beauty of the sky, as if the serene landscapes unfold before your eyes when you hold her pieces.

Airi Kagamihara / Ceramic

1997 Born in Kagawa Prefecture
2020 Graduated from Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic High-Technical School
2023 Graduated from Tajimi City Ceramic Design Research Institute, established a workshop in Tajimi
2024 Moved the workshop to Kagawa Prefecture, continuing creation

AMAHARE / Curation

Founded in 2015 in Shirokanedai, Tokyo
2021: Hosted "AMART" at Baxter TOKYO
2023: Launched KYO AMAHARE
2024: Opened Teahouse KYO

AMART is an art project by Amahare, focused on works that extend the tradition of Japanese crafts. In recent years, we have been entrusted with the storytelling and curation of art and objects for luxury hotel public spaces and suites.

CONTACT

OMOBITO CO.,LTD.
AMAHARE Department 
Kenichi Kaneko / Megu Okazaki
Mail: info@amahare.jp
Web: https://www.amahare.jp/
Instagram: @amahare