Tendo Mokko, which has its headquarters and factory in Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture, has recognized the value of design in furniture since shortly after the war, and has collaborated with many of Japan's leading architects and designers, including Kenzo Tange, Isamu Kenmochi, and Sori Yanagi.
The special exhibition "SHAPE OF TENDO - Giving Shape to Things" will be held at The Stage on the first floor of the main building of Isetan Shinjuku for a limited time, showcasing furniture made by four creators that incorporates their individual thoughts and wishes.
The four people participating in the exhibition are Hirofumi Kiyonaga (creative director), Ichiro Yamaguchi (musician) from Sakanaction , Kashiyuka (musician) from Perfume , and Junko Kato (dentist and creative director). All of them are creators who have a strong passion for Tendo Mokko.
Hirofumi Kiyonaga (Creative Director)
Kiyonaga, who launched SOPH. in 1998 and is currently the creative director of the J.League, is addicted to golf. So, with the theme of "what I want but don't have in the world," he decided to create a highly designed place to putter. Using molded plywood, which is Tendo Mokko's specialty, he completed a streamlined "putter rack."
Sakanaction's Ichiro Yamaguchi is known as an avid furniture lover. He has recently become fascinated with Japanese modern furniture, and created the "YI Stool" using a technique called "Komaire" established by Tendo Mokko in the 1950s.
"Side Table Limited Edition by KASHIYUKA" ¥297,000
While Kashiyuka is active as a member of Perfume, she also has a strong interest in traditional crafts and manufacturing sites. The "Rattan Side Table ," which was the subject of this collaboration, realizes two concepts: "a place for my beloved cat, Lyon-kun," and "a visually light table with a natural texture." The rattan in the basket weave creates a closed space inside, while also creating a visually open feel. The simple design makes this a table that fits in with a variety of lifestyles.
