When will the Engikichi Matsuda Ryukyu Glass Exhibition be held?

It will be held from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Benitsubaki Soleil in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto.

Why is Engikichi Matsuda called a 'Contemporary Master Craftsman'?

He received the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare's Award for 'Contemporary Master Craftsman' in November 2025, in recognition of his 45 years of refining Ryukyu glass techniques.

What are the characteristics of the 'Onna Blue' series?

These works are inspired by the sea of Onna Village, Okinawa, Engikichi Matsuda's hometown. A portion of the sales is donated to the Onna Village Coral Fund.

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[Ryukyu Glass Engikichi Matsuda Exhibition] ~Happiness Comes from Beyond the Sea~

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Benitsubaki Soleil will hold an exhibition of works by Engikichi Matsuda, a Ryukyu glass artist and recipient of the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare's Award for 'Contemporary Master Craftsman', for 17 days starting May 1, 2026, in Kyoto. The exhibition will feature his 'Onna Blue' series, inspired by the Okinawan sea, with a portion of sales contributing to coral reef conservation.

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Q: When will the Engikichi Matsuda Ryukyu Glass Exhibition be held?: A: It will be held from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Benitsubaki Soleil in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto.
Q: Why is Engikichi Matsuda called a 'Contemporary Master Craftsman'?: A: He received the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare's Award for 'Contemporary Master Craftsman' in November 2025, in recognition of his 45 years of refining Ryukyu glass techniques.
Q: What are the characteristics of the 'Onna Blue' series?: A: These works are inspired by the sea of Onna Village, Okinawa, Engikichi Matsuda's hometown. A portion of the sales is donated to the Onna Village Coral Fund.