Announcement of 'Bouquet of Gratitude Solo Exhibition ~Cheers for the Radiance of Life~' – 'Flower Character Painting that Gently Embraces Grief Care and Unspoken Feelings'

1 Background of the Grief Care Event 'Bouquet of Gratitude Solo Exhibition ~Cheers for the Radiance of Life~'

I am the daughter of a Buddhist priest. I want to create works that can heal someone's heart. This is a belief I have always held at the center of my artistic activities. Testimonials from those who lost loved ones in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in 2024 became the catalyst for creating these grief care works.

I want to be there for people as they live their lives true to themselves beyond their sorrow. I also want to send cheers to those who are working hard right now (especially students preparing for exams). I hope the 'Bouquet of Gratitude Solo Exhibition' will be of some help to everyone who sees it.

2 [Examples of Works] This time, you can view captions that convey the 'feelings the works wish to deliver'.

⚪︎ Grief Care NO1

Bouquet of Gratitude (Handwritten, Blue)

These are the words of a man who lost his family in the major earthquake that struck Noto last year.

An article posted in the newspaper deeply moved me, and I couldn't stop crying. He is taking steps forward for others, carrying unspoken feelings that cannot be fully expressed in words.

I want to send him cheers for his future.

⚪︎ Grief Care NO2

Bouquet of Gratitude (Handwritten, Pink)

I was taught that if one can live for someone else, if one can step away from their current reality, then after crying a lot, a new path will appear.

Please, take one step forward.

⚪︎ Grief Care NO3

Bouquet of Gratitude (Handwritten)

Pink Rose: 'I am happy to have met you.'

Yellow Gerbera: 'Kindness'

Alstroemeria: 'Longing for the future'

This is a bouquet to warm the heart and help one look forward.

⚪︎ Cheers NO1

Flower Field of Gratitude (Handwritten)

The 'Flower Field of Gratitude' is one of the works I have created many times. This work contains the cheer of 'Together, Prosperously.' Happiness alone is not true happiness. One can only feel happiness when those around them are also happy.

⚪︎ Cheers NO2

Cheers - The Apple Tree That Doesn't Fall (Handwritten)

Amidst the many apples that fell during Typhoon 19, which hit Aomori Prefecture in 1991, there were apples that remained without falling. These miraculous apples were sold as good luck charms to ensure one doesn't fail exams. This is a true story of turning a crisis into an opportunity. I send cheers to those working hard with many positive words.

3 [Exhibition Information]

'Bouquet of Gratitude Solo Exhibition ~Cheers for the Radiance of Life~'

Flower Character Painting that Gently Embraces Grief Care and Unspoken Feelings

June 15 (Mon), 2026 - July 31 (Fri), 10:00-18:00

Location: FIKA CAFE Lagom

South 4, East 1, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

1st Floor, Fairfield by Marriott Sapporo

⚫️ A personal handwritten message can be added to postcards (additional charge/1,000 yen).

⚫️ We have a wide selection of items such as 50 types of postcards, clear files, and notebooks, many of which are not available for purchase on our website. We look forward to your visit.

⚫️ Artist Present Dates: June 15 (Mon), June 21 (Sun), June 28 (Sun), July 4 (Sat), July 18 (Sat), July 25 (Sat), July 31 (Fri)

13:00-16:00 (Until 18:00 on the final day only)

Postcards

You can choose from 50 types of postcard designs.

Hokkaido of Gratitude

This is a newly created piece, 'Hokkaido of Gratitude,' featuring Hokkaido's flowers and the Siberian Jay (Shima-enaga).

Merchandise: Keychains and Mini Towels

Hand Cream

A luxurious cream using Hokkaido-produced essential oils with a 'Bouquet of Gratitude' label. It can be used not only on the face but also on the skin and hair.

Grief Care & Cheers

We hope our works will resonate with your feelings. You can view the artworks up close.

4 [Profile]

Artist / kouhi

'Bouquet of Gratitude' Artist / kouhi

Born to a Buddhist priest father and a calligrapher mother.

Certified calligraphy master, selected for the Mainichi Exhibition. Began activities in 2009 as an artist creating 'Flower Character Paintings' that fuse painting and calligraphy. Active in various forms, including solo exhibitions and workshops. I pour my heart into creating 'Bouquet of Gratitude' Flower Character Paintings with the wish, 'May everyone be happy, and may hearts be filled with kindness.'

Reason for Creating 'Bouquet of Gratitude'

The reason for creating 'Bouquet of Gratitude' was for Mother's Day. It was a single piece written to send to my mother. A single word of thanks was not enough for my mother, who has always supported me, so I made a bouquet with overflowing gratitude, with each flower representing a token of thanks. This is the origin of the Flower Character Painting 'Bouquet of Gratitude.'

5 [Inquiries]

Bouquet of Gratitude

Company Name: Sachi&Aki Corporation

(Bouquet of Gratitude)

Head Office Address:

Sapporo-shi Chuo-ku Minami 4-jo Higashi 1-chome, Sapporo, Hokkaido

Representative Director: Sachiko Tanaka (Artist kouhi)

Business Activities: Production and sale of Flower Character Paintings

HP: sachiaki.co.jp

mail: mail@arigatounohanataba.com