What is the "Hosotsuji Ihee Maiko Art Exhibition"?

It is an art exhibition by the long-established cotton merchant Eirakuya, themed around the Maiko, who are symbolic of Kyoto's Hanamachi (geisha district) culture.

When and where will the exhibition take place?

The exhibition will be held from May 27th to June 9th, 2026, at the Hankyu Umeda Main Store on the 11th floor, Cotocoto Stage 113.

What are the main attractions of the exhibition?

The main feature is a 12.5-meter-long tenugui (hand towel) artwork titled "100 Maiko." Other attractions include displays of actual maiko kimonos, a life-sized maiko photo spot, and the sale of unique dyed goods.

Will there be any special events?

Yes, there will be talk events with maiko and Japanese painters, dance performances, and a participatory workshop where visitors can color a hydrangea-patterned tenugui.

Eirakuya is Japan's oldest cotton cloth merchant, founded in Kyoto in 1615. For over 410 years, they have specialized in products like tenugui and furoshiki, preserving Japanese dyeing culture.

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Eirakuya, a Kyoto-based cotton merchant established in 1615, announces the 'Hosotsuji Ihee Maiko Art Exhibition' to be held at Hankyu Umeda Main Store from May 27 to June 9, 2026. As part of 'Osaka Art & Design 2026', the event will showcase Maiko culture through a 12.5m '100 Maiko' tenugui, displays of authentic attire, sales of dyed products, talk shows with maiko and artists, and an interactive visitor workshop.

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Q: What is the "Hosotsuji Ihee Maiko Art Exhibition"?: A: It is an art exhibition by the long-established cotton merchant Eirakuya, themed around the Maiko, who are symbolic of Kyoto's Hanamachi (geisha district) culture.
Q: When and where will the exhibition take place?: A: The exhibition will be held from May 27th to June 9th, 2026, at the Hankyu Umeda Main Store on the 11th floor, Cotocoto Stage 113.
Q: What are the main attractions of the exhibition?: A: The main feature is a 12.5-meter-long tenugui (hand towel) artwork titled "100 Maiko." Other attractions include displays of actual maiko kimonos, a life-sized maiko photo spot, and the sale of unique dyed goods.
Q: Will there be any special events?: A: Yes, there will be talk events with maiko and Japanese painters, dance performances, and a participatory workshop where visitors can color a hydrangea-patterned tenugui.
Q: Who is Eirakuya?: A: Eirakuya is Japan's oldest cotton cloth merchant, founded in Kyoto in 1615. For over 410 years, they have specialized in products like tenugui and furoshiki, preserving Japanese dyeing culture.