Tani × Artist Kurumi Wakaki: Releasing New "Wabi Sabi Collection" T-shirts to Complete Your Own Story. Using Corn-Derived Material as a Canvas.
Premium comfort wear brand "Tani" announces a limited collaboration "Wabi Sabi Collection" T-shirt with contemporary artist Kurumi Wakaki. Featuring eco-friendly "Cool Cotton" made from corn-derived material, the T-shirt allows for customization with included motifs. It will be available at a POP-UP store in Kyoto Isetan, followed by online and at Hankyu Men's Tokyo.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: May 13, 2026 at 18:00
- 🔍 Collected: May 13, 2026 at 09:31
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: May 13, 2026 at 09:56 (25 min after Collected)
Premium comfort wear brand "Tani," which pursues ultimate everyday wear, announces a limited collaboration "Wabi Sabi Collection" with contemporary artist Kurumi Wakaki. This is a completely new concept of apparel inspired by the "Wabi Sabi" aesthetic, which finds beauty in natural forms and transient things.
**A Customization Experience to Complete Your Story**
The biggest feature of this collection is that the wearer completes the final touches. By ironing the 8 included "action motifs" onto your desired location, you can complete your own unique travel story, unlike any other in the world. Two base designs are available: "Horizontal," inspired by the tranquility of the sea and rocks, and "Vertical," expressing the ruggedness of mountains. Start your journey from your preferred stage.
**Evolved "Cool Cotton": Environmentally Friendly Material**
The canvas for this collection is an innovative material combining cotton and corn-derived fiber (Sorona®). It offers light stretch and a cooling effect with a Q Max factor of 0.16, ensuring a smooth and refreshing feel even in hot weather. This collection, bringing together Japan's creative network, was born from collaboration among leading domestic hubs. Starting with design planning in Kyoto, it features high-definition printing using advanced printing technology in Tokyo, and precise sewing on specialized lines in Mie. By combining the professionalism of each city, this limited edition achieves both modern sensibility and reliable quality.
**Artist Profile: Kurumi Wakaki**
Born in Hokkaido in 1985, based in Kyoto. Established a unique expressive style combining printmaking with body performance and digital technology.
**Major Awards:** Taro Okamoto Award at the 12th Taro Okamoto Award for Contemporary Art (2009), Rokko Meets Art Art Walk Grand Prize (2013), Kyoto City New Artist Award (2021), etc.
**Recent Activities:** Exhibitions at the 21st Century Museum (Kanazawa) and Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, plus numerous solo exhibitions and shows in Spain (Barcelona, Tarragona) starting in 2025. Currently, she also lectures at Kyoto Seika University.
Kurumi Wakaki Instagram
**Product Details**
Collection: Wabi Sabi Collection by Kurumi Wakaki
Designs: Horizontal (Sea) or Vertical (Mountain)
Price: 13,200 yen (tax included)
Sizes: Unisex, 2 sizes (S/M, L/XL)
Material: Cool Cotton [68% Cotton, 32% Sorona® Polyester]
Features: Light stretch, Q Max 0.16 cooling effect
Accessories: T-shirt, 8 customization motifs
Website: www.tanicomfort.jp
**POP-UP**
JR Kyoto Isetan: May 13 (Wed) - May 26 (Tue) [Website]
Available from the week of May 18 at online shops and other retailers below.
Tani Online Shop
https://tanicomfort.jp/
**Retailers**
Hankyu Men's Tokyo: 100-8488 2-5-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo B1F
03-6252-1381 / Hankyu Men's Tokyo (Website)
Tani Daikanyama Store: 150-0033 20-1 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Mon-Fri: By appointment / Sat-Sun: 12:00 - 17:00
03-6820-8240
Keywords:
**A Customization Experience to Complete Your Story**
The biggest feature of this collection is that the wearer completes the final touches. By ironing the 8 included "action motifs" onto your desired location, you can complete your own unique travel story, unlike any other in the world. Two base designs are available: "Horizontal," inspired by the tranquility of the sea and rocks, and "Vertical," expressing the ruggedness of mountains. Start your journey from your preferred stage.
**Evolved "Cool Cotton": Environmentally Friendly Material**
The canvas for this collection is an innovative material combining cotton and corn-derived fiber (Sorona®). It offers light stretch and a cooling effect with a Q Max factor of 0.16, ensuring a smooth and refreshing feel even in hot weather. This collection, bringing together Japan's creative network, was born from collaboration among leading domestic hubs. Starting with design planning in Kyoto, it features high-definition printing using advanced printing technology in Tokyo, and precise sewing on specialized lines in Mie. By combining the professionalism of each city, this limited edition achieves both modern sensibility and reliable quality.
**Artist Profile: Kurumi Wakaki**
Born in Hokkaido in 1985, based in Kyoto. Established a unique expressive style combining printmaking with body performance and digital technology.
**Major Awards:** Taro Okamoto Award at the 12th Taro Okamoto Award for Contemporary Art (2009), Rokko Meets Art Art Walk Grand Prize (2013), Kyoto City New Artist Award (2021), etc.
**Recent Activities:** Exhibitions at the 21st Century Museum (Kanazawa) and Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, plus numerous solo exhibitions and shows in Spain (Barcelona, Tarragona) starting in 2025. Currently, she also lectures at Kyoto Seika University.
Kurumi Wakaki Instagram
**Product Details**
Collection: Wabi Sabi Collection by Kurumi Wakaki
Designs: Horizontal (Sea) or Vertical (Mountain)
Price: 13,200 yen (tax included)
Sizes: Unisex, 2 sizes (S/M, L/XL)
Material: Cool Cotton [68% Cotton, 32% Sorona® Polyester]
Features: Light stretch, Q Max 0.16 cooling effect
Accessories: T-shirt, 8 customization motifs
Website: www.tanicomfort.jp
**POP-UP**
JR Kyoto Isetan: May 13 (Wed) - May 26 (Tue) [Website]
Available from the week of May 18 at online shops and other retailers below.
Tani Online Shop
https://tanicomfort.jp/
**Retailers**
Hankyu Men's Tokyo: 100-8488 2-5-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo B1F
03-6252-1381 / Hankyu Men's Tokyo (Website)
Tani Daikanyama Store: 150-0033 20-1 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Mon-Fri: By appointment / Sat-Sun: 12:00 - 17:00
03-6820-8240
Keywords: