Current Exhibition
March 2026 Art Exhibition
7artscafe, Yokohama’s unique fusion of a superfood-focused cafe and community art gallery, is pleased to announce a collaboration exhibition for March 2026 featuring washi artist, Takako Kamo and calligraphy artist, Kumiko Hamilton "Collaborative Exhibition: Bond – A Marriage of Washi and Calligraphy.
Opening Greeting
As the early signs of spring emerge, we wish you continued health and prosperity. I am delighted to announce "Bond," a collaborative exhibition featuring two of my dear friends: Washi (Japanese paper) artist Takako Kamo and calligrapher Kumiko Hamilton.
Combining modern sensibilities with the traditional Japanese cultures of Washi and Calligraphy—both of which Japan presents with pride to the world—these works are sure to surprise and enchant all who see them. The "strength and flexibility" shared by both artists make this a particularly fitting exhibition for March, the month of International Women’s Day.
We cordially invite you to experience the work of these two artists, from whom even greater achievements are expected in the future.
Miwa Tachibana Executive Producer
The public is warmly invited to visit 7artscafe to view the exhibition, engage with the artwork, and enjoy the cafe’s signature superfood menu.
Artists' Profiles
Takako Kamo Washi (Japanese Paper) Artist
- Graduate of the Department of Crafts, Musashino Art Junior College.
- Began her career as a visual artist after studying dyeing and weaving, followed by a pivotal encounter with the world of Washi.
- Creates a diverse range of work, including theatrical costumes, fine art pieces, and accessories.
- Oversees the entire creative process personally—from cultivating the Kozo (mulberry) plants to processing the raw materials and final production.
- Hosts monthly workshops at her home studio every third Saturday.
- Her exhibitions in Japan, France, and South Korea have received high acclaim; she is scheduled to hold an exhibition in the United States this summer.
Kumiko Hamilton Calligrapher
- Master (Shihan) of the Sogen Shodo Association; Accredited Master of Koto (Yamada School); Instructor at the Sawai Koto Institute (Ikuta School).
- Her creative journey began while working as a designer and art director in advertising, where she became fascinated by the profound depth of contemporary Japanese calligraphy.
- Active both domestically and internationally to promote the artistic beauty and limitless possibilities of written characters.
- Teaches at calligraphy art studios and international schools.
- Explores multidisciplinary expression through collaborations that blend calligraphy with the sounds of the Koto and Jushichi-gen (17-string koto).
- Awarded the "Grand Prix" in Prague and the "Profound Gold Medal" in Monaco, among numerous other awards and selections in exhibitions worldwide.