Horiguchi Kiriko / Toru Horiguchi
Artist : Toru Horiguchi
Material : Glass
Area : Edogawa city Tokyo Japan
Toru Horiguchi, an Edo Kiriko artist, was born as the grandson of the first Shūseki, completed an apprenticeship under the tutelage of the 2nd Shūseki, inherits his mentor’s title as the 3rd Shūseki, and founded Horiguchi Kiriko.
Edo Kiriko is a traditional craft that has been around for about 180 years, and is mainly known for its intricate patterns cut vertically, horizontally, and diagonally, as well as its colored glass.
Horiguchi Kiriko proposes simple, modern glassware that combines traditional Edo Kiriko with modern elements.
Not only is it beautiful to look at, but the inside of the bottom that you can see when drinking is also beautiful.
［ Profile ］
- 1976
- Born in Tokyo, Japan
- 1999
- Joined at Horiguchi Glass Co., Ltd.
Studied the Edo Kiriko craftsmanship under 2nd Generation Shuseki(Tomio Suda)who has been registered as an important intangible cultural asset in Koto-ku.
- 2008
- Assumed the name of third-generation Shūseki.
Became independent, and founded Horiguchi Kiriko.
- 2012
- Reorganized Horiguchi Kiriko into Horiguchi Kiriko Co., Ltd.
Registered as 'Master of Traditional Crafts'.
- 2015
- Moved factory 'White Base' to Matsue, Edogawa city Tokyo.
Master of Traditional Crafts (Edo Kiriko)
Board Member, Edo Kiriko Cooperative
Member, Association for Glass Arts Studies, Japan
