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December 6, 2018
A Pop-Up Event by New York-Based Creators | THE LOBBY TOKYO
THE LOBBY TOKYO
“cir_curation”: A Glimpse into Alternative New York Living
THE LOBBY TOKYO, the showroom for eyewear brand YUICHI TOYAMA., which also houses a gallery and coffee stand, will host “cir_curation,” a pop-up event by New York-based creators, starting November 3rd.
Text by Satsuki Wakabayashi
A Limited-Edition Drink Featuring Matcha Latte, Brown Sugar Espuma, and Oiri
This event was planned to commemorate YUICHI TOYAMA.'s official launch in New York.
Rie Takai (Representative of High-Family), who operates the New York-based fashion brand "sawa takai," serves as curator, bringing together four creators: All-You-Can-Eat Press (independent publisher), Miki Sakurada (ceramic artist), Shinji aka horizakura (tattoo artist), and Sawa Takai (designer of sawa takai).
During the event, the store will feature products and works by the four creators, along with videos showcasing their activities in New York. A photo exhibition and sale of their work is also planned.
The coffee stand will offer a special drink, "Macha_Pong," created by the barista and inspired by this event. Based on matcha latte, it's topped with brown sugar espuma and arare (rice crackers), blending Japanese and Western elements.
Why not enjoy the output and curation of these four creators—an independent publisher, a ceramic artist, a tattoo artist, and a fashion designer—over a drink?
Participating Creators
All-You-Can-Eat Press
An independent publisher based in Brooklyn, led by Yuki Matsuo, that creates food and food-related printed matter. They also operate as "Yuki & Daughters," a completely handmade fictional grocery store.
http://www.allyoucaneatpress.com/
http://www.yukianddaughters.com/
Miki Sakurada
Ceramic artist. Based in New York since 2003. She creates her work, drawing inspiration from daily life, while living with her family and two cats.
https://www.mikisakurada.com/
Shinji aka horizakura
Tattoo artist. A disciple of the first-generation Horitoshi, whose name is renowned internationally. Currently active in New York, he has received high acclaim, including being featured on the American TV show "Miami Ink."
https://www.tattoolife.com/crez-interviews-horizakura/
Sawa Takai
Fashion designer. After moving to the United States alone at age 15, she graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). She has been active as a designer for "sawa takai" since 2012.
http://sawatakai.com/
cir_curation
Period: Saturday, November 3 – Sunday, November 25, 2018
Venue: THE LOBBY TOKYO
5-8 Sarugaku-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Riondo Daikanyama 1F
Hours: 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM (Tues-Sat), 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Sun)
Closed: Mondays