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December 11, 2014
Fujimaki Department Store x rooms Local Products | Collaboration Shop Featuring Local Industry Items Opens
Fujimaki Department Store x rooms Local Industry
Local Industry Items from Across Japan Featured at Fujimaki Department Store
A collaboration between "rooms," an international trade show for creators' items from around the world, and "Fujimaki Department Store," a website produced by Kouda Fujimaki, known as the legendary buyer from the former Isetan. Currently, a special feature, "Fujimaki Department Store x rooms Local Industry," is being held on the website (http://fujimaki-select.com), highlighting rooms' "Local Industry Area."
Text by IWANAGA Morito (OPENERS)
What is the International Trade Show "rooms"?
"rooms" is an international trade show for fashion and design that began in 2000. The exhibition was named "rooms" after the concept of each creator's world, expressed independently, being like a "room." Buyers and journalists visit these individual rooms of brands selected based on originality, fostering new encounters and business opportunities. It has also served as a global trade show that promotes exchange and creativity.
At the 26th rooms, held on Tuesday, February 12th, a new "Local Industry Area" will open.
These creations, born from the convergence of traditional techniques, regional seasonality, and unique aesthetics, hold diverse value and potential. With the aim of branding such craftsmanship, including its production background, and creating next-generation markets, approximately 70 brands from across the country will exhibit.
A Unique Lineup Where Regional Traditions Breathe
Fujimaki Department Store has partnered with "rooms Local Industry Area" to open a shop featuring local industry items.
Cocher du Bois "Paper and Lacquer Bird Bag" ¥29,400
Participation in rooms is generally restricted to buyers and press. This means that the items featured at Fujimaki Department Store through this project would not normally be seen by the general public at this time.
The collection of items, many of which evoke a sense of humor that brings a smile to your face, are imbued with the traditional craftsmanship that local industries pride themselves on. We highly recommend visiting Fujimaki Department Store during this period.
Fujimaki Department Store
http://fujimaki-select.com
"Fujimaki Department Store x rooms Local Industry" Introduction Page
http://fujimaki-select.com/rooms-jibasan