TSUCHI-YA│Glassware and crafts,
With the cooperation of two workshops in Kagoshima, we will begin handling Satsuma Kiriko.
This time we would like to introduce you to Deshimaru Glass Studio, Master of Beauty, located in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture.
Kirishima: A place filled with myths and legends
Mount Kirishima, one of Japan's 100 most famous mountains, and Sakurajima floating in Kinko Bay Glass Studio Deshimaru is located in the middle of these areas, in an area blessed with the natural beauty of mountains and the sea.
The founder, Tsutomu Deshimaru, was born and raised here. We visited Kirishima, a land that has become independent.
The founder, Tsutomu Deshimaru, was born and raised here. We visited Kirishima, a land that has become independent.
Kirishima Shrine, surrounded by clean air at the foot of the Kirishima Mountains, is also about 30 minutes by car from the workshop.
The rainy approach to the shrine is It was cool and mysterious.
The rainy approach to the shrine is It was cool and mysterious.
At the waterfall viewing area of Maruonotaki along National Route 223 heading from Kirishima Onsenkyo to Kirishima Shrine. Take a deep breath.
You can spend a pleasant time in a quiet place.
You can spend a pleasant time in a quiet place.
The water is shallow and the waves are calm. Kinko Bay The coast is said to be one of Japan's first national parks, designated Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park.
Mysterious in every season In this land of Kirishima, where natural beauty shines
The workshop led by Deshimaru will finally take a closer look at the charm of Satsuma Kiriko, which is carved and polished.
A modern-day glass cutter who continues Setsuna's techniques
Tsutomu Deshimaru joined Satsuma Glass Crafts (now Shimadzu Kogyo) as a member of the first batch of Satsuma Kiriko revival students.
He was involved in and contributed to the restoration of "Satsuma Kiriko."
With the proven technology to trace that tradition
The next path that Deshimaru, a glass cutter, chose to take was
It was a path to "creating new value for Satsuma Kiriko."
The birth of Kurokiriko, which was said to be impossible
In 2006, Kuro Kiriko (Kirishima Kiriko) was released.
"Kagoshima has black pork, Black beef, brown sugar, and black vinegar
Since you have it, why not try making black cut glass?
and It all started when my boss at the time recommended it to me.
However, because black glass is opaque to light, the blade cannot be seen through it, so it was thought at the time that cutting the glass would be impossible.
and It all started when my boss at the time recommended it to me.
Deshimaru-san said, Your hands will naturally move in the direction you want them to.
Smoothly The feeling of the hand and the blade becoming one after repeating the same task for a long time before it starts to move I have honed my skills to the point.
After such an extraordinary struggle,
And so "Satsuma Kuro Kiriko" was created.
Invented "Kirishima Kiriko" which can be personalized
Deshimaru's momentum shows no signs of slowing down.
There have been many requests from customers so far.
Respecting the traditions of Satsuma Kiriko, we have previously refused to engrave names.
As a result of wanting to somehow respond to customer feedback,
This will be realized through a new brand called "Kirishima Kiriko."
While inheriting the tradition of Satsuma Kiriko with reliable techniques,
We were touched by Deshimaru's attitude, which continues to fascinate viewers even today.
There have been many requests from customers so far.
Respecting the traditions of Satsuma Kiriko, we have previously refused to engrave names.
As a result of wanting to somehow respond to customer feedback,
This will be realized through a new brand called "Kirishima Kiriko."
While inheriting the tradition of Satsuma Kiriko with reliable techniques,
We were touched by Deshimaru's attitude, which continues to fascinate viewers even today.
Innovation that stands out thanks to tradition
Deshimaru has brought a breath of fresh air to Satsuma Kiriko and the entire Kiriko industry with his new colors.
Otaru glassblowing studio " We have jointly developed new colors such as "Amber" and "Olive" with "KIM GLASS DESIGN".
He continues to devote his life to reinterpreting Satsuma Kiriko.
The presence of Deshimaru-san What can be described as "innovation" is
This is possible only because of the "authenticity" of Shimazu Satsuma Kiriko .
And now, these two heroes are in the midst of something. It was a journey that allowed me to see with my own eyes the present day history of Satsuma Kiriko.
Purchase online here .
Otaru glassblowing studio " We have jointly developed new colors such as "Amber" and "Olive" with "KIM GLASS DESIGN".
He continues to devote his life to reinterpreting Satsuma Kiriko.
The presence of Deshimaru-san What can be described as "innovation" is
This is possible only because of the "authenticity" of Shimazu Satsuma Kiriko .
And now, these two heroes are in the midst of something. It was a journey that allowed me to see with my own eyes the present day history of Satsuma Kiriko.
Purchase online here .
