Mizuhiki, made from traditional Japanese paper, possesses the strength of rice paper and myriad potential expressions born from the processing technique; it is a truly captivating item. I wish to see it be used not only for traditional gift-giving occasions, but also for everyday delights.
Each delicate cord has come into being through techniques cultivated by the ancestors for tying, braiding, and rolling.. Combining these arts has awakened a growing desire to create new forms for them. Moved by the inherent possibilities of mizuhiki, I take up the challenge of creating pieces that exemplify the form's appeal pass it on to the future.