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A Brilliant Showcase of Metal Art

From August 7 to 29, 2026, the Isehan Museum in Minato, Tokyo, will proudly present a special exhibition titled "Petit Gallery: Shimmering Metalwork – Yurie Nakashima's Small Metalworks." Yurie Nakashima, a talented metal artist, will showcase her intricate creations, including beautiful brooches and necklaces, as well as a collaboration with Isehan, featuring the unique Komachi Beni.

This exhibition aims to evoke the beauty of nature through detailed metalworking techniques. Nakashima's works are designed not only to be treasured pieces but also to elevate everyday moments. With her creations, every occasion becomes extraordinary, adding a gentle glow to daily attire.

Exhibition Details

• - Dates: August 7 (Friday) - August 29 (Saturday), 2026
• - Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last admission 30 minutes before closing)
• - Venue: Communication Room, Isehan Museum (K's Minamiaoyama Building, 1F, 6-6-20 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
• - Closed on: Sundays and Mondays
• - Contact: 03-5467-3735
• - Website: Isehan Museum
• - Directions: Approximately a 12-minute walk from Omotesando Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Hanzomon Line, Chiyoda Line) Exit B1, or a 13-minute walk from Exit B3 (with escalators and elevators available).

Please visit the official Isehan website for updates before attending this exquisite exhibition.

Featured Collaborations

Yurie Nakashima's exceptional craftsmanship extends beyond her individual pieces. In 2021, she collaborated with Isehan to create a portable Komachi Beni inspired by the flowers adored in Japan since the Edo period. Combining traditional metalworking techniques such as inlay and jointing, each meticulously crafted item displays unique beauty, merging elegance and charm into one-of-a-kind treasures.

Featured designs include:

• - Komachi Beni Koi Renka
• - Yuri no Katarai
• - Ajisai Shizuku

About Isehan Museum

The Isehan Museum, established in 1825 during the Bunsei era, offers free admission and explores the history and culture of 'Beni' (red pigment) and cosmetics. As the only remaining traditional Beni producer in Japan, Isehan continues to uphold the secret methods passed down through generations while providing a wealth of resources to learn about the art of Beni-making, cosmetics, and traditional crafts. Visitors can also engage in hands-on experiences with Komachi Beni and participate in lectures related to Beni, cosmetics, and traditional techniques.

What is the Petit Gallery?

Since 2018, the Petit Gallery at Isehan Museum has focused on preserving and reviving traditional Japanese craftsmanship for future generations. This initiative supports efforts to revive traditional techniques that have nearly faded away.

For further inquiries, please call the Isehan Holdings Main Beni Division at 03-5774-0296 (Weekdays: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed on weekends and holidays). You can also fill out the contact form on our website for any additional questions.