Kyo-Yuzen Brand SOO-somaru- Announces Sale of Viewing Tickets with Original "Ofuki" Cloth for "Ukiyo-e Super Creator Kuniyoshi Utagawa Exhibition"

The Kyo-Yuzen brand SOO-somaru-'s Kyo-Yuzen hand-dyed silk eyeglass cloth "Ofuki" has been adopted for the special goods viewing ticket for the "Ukiyo-e Super Creator Kuniyoshi Utagawa Exhibition," to be held from July 18, 2026 (Sat) to September 23, 2026 (Wed, holiday)!

Original pattern "Ofuki" cloths are available for purchase from April 10, 2026 (Fri) at the multi-copy machines in Seven-Eleven stores.

The silk eyeglass cloth "Ofuki," obtainable only through this project, is a masterpiece inspired by Kuniyoshi Utagawa's "Oni-Waka Maru at the Western Pagoda," meticulously hand-dyed onto silk by Kyo-Yuzen artisans.

Details are as follows:

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Image of "Ukiyo-e Super Creator Kuniyoshi Utagawa Exhibition" Original Pattern "Ofuki" (Left: Image with packaging, Right: Image of the "Ofuki" cloth itself)

<Exhibition Outline>

Title: "Ukiyo-e Super Creator Kuniyoshi Utagawa Exhibition"

Details here: https://www.ktv.jp/event/kuniyoshi/

Kuniyoshi Utagawa (1797-1861) was a ukiyo-e artist active in the late Edo period. Known as a "visionary artist" for his warrior prints, his love for cats, and his abundant satire and humor, he also displayed a multifaceted talent, creating charming and lively beauties, accurate and popular actors, and innovative landscapes incorporating Western painting techniques. He dedicated himself to entertaining the people of Edo, just like himself, and his ability to produce first-class works in any genre made him a true super creator of the ukiyo-e world!

This exhibition will showcase approximately 200 works, divided into six genres, that fully demonstrate his rare talent, including famous pieces such as "The Old Tale of the Loyal Retainers of Soma," "He Looks Fierce But Is Actually a Good Person," and "The Fifty-three Stations of the Cat Fancy." The exhibition will clearly present Kuniyoshi's diverse activities. Alongside Kuniyoshi's world, we will introduce highlights with commentary that allows visitors to feel his personality while also experiencing the lives of people at the time. Kuniyoshi's supreme entertainment is sure to captivate and delight our hearts, just as it did the Edoites of his era!

Exhibition Period: July 18, 2026 (Sat) - September 23, 2026 (Wed, holiday)

Venue: Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art, Main Building, North Corridor, 1st Floor [124 Okazaki Enshoji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City]

<Product Features>

- Experience Kyo-Yuzen up close!

Think Kyo-Yuzen and silk are too high-class? Not at all! "Ofuki" can be easily used as a cleaner for eyeglasses and smartphones. It is washable by hand. Yet, it is a unique masterpiece that allows you to feel the texture of Kyo-Yuzen and silk.

- Recognized in many fields!

The "Ofuki" series has received numerous accolades for its functionality and uniqueness, including the Good Design Award 2017, Kyoto Design Award 2018 and 2022, OMOTENASHI SELECTION 2019-2020, and the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Award at the 66th NIPPON OMIYAGE AWARD.

- Only available in Kyoto!

This is a special product that can only be given to those who purchase a ticket and visit the venue.

- Limited edition product for the Kyoto venue of the "Ukiyo-e Super Creator Kuniyoshi Utagawa Exhibition"! This is a silk eyeglass cloth "Ofuki" dyed using the advanced Kyo-Yuzen technique for kimonos. Each piece is finished by hand by kimono dyeing artisans. This "Ofuki" is a special original design in collaboration with this exhibition.

<Detailed Information on Sales Start>

SOO-somaru- x "Ukiyo-e Super Creator Kuniyoshi Utagawa Exhibition" Original Kyo-Yuzen "Ofuki" Included Ticket

A special set ticket that includes a hand-dyed silk eyeglass cloth "Ofuki" made by Kyo-Yuzen artisans.

Details here: https://www.ktv.jp/event/kuniyoshi/

How to purchase here: https://7ticket.jp/s/114721/p/20260923/1

Sales Price: Ticket with Kyo-Yuzen "Ofuki" General Admission ¥3,000 (tax included)

Sales Period: April 10, 2026 (Sat) - September 23, 2026 (Wed)

Sales Locations: Multi-copy machines at Seven-Eleven stores or the Seven Ticket website

Product Exchange Period: During the exhibition period

- Exchange Location: Please exchange at the venue's merchandise exchange counter on the day of your visit.

*Sales may end once the planned quantity is reached.

*Due to hand-dyeing on natural fibers, there may be instances of color skipping or unevenness. *Due to the characteristics of the material and dyes, use while wet may cause fading or color transfer. *Please be aware that there may be a wait for exchanges. *Please be sure to bring your exchange ticket along with your admission ticket. *Each exchange ticket is valid for one item, one time only. *The exchange ticket cannot be used for admission. *Exchanges for the "Kyo-Yuzen Ofuki" cannot be made without an exchange ticket. *Please note that refunds and reissues of exchange tickets are not possible.

Poster image of "Ukiyo-e Super Creator Kuniyoshi Utagawa Exhibition" Original Pattern "Ofuki"

<Company Profile>

Company Name: SOO -somaru-

Representative: Takashi Hineko, Representative

Location: c/o Hineko Shojiro Shoten Co., Ltd., 454 Nishimachi, Higashihokawa-higashi, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City, 602-0956

Established: November 15, 2016

Business Activities: Development, manufacturing, and sales of lifestyle items using Kyo-Yuzen techniques

URL: http://soo.kyoto/

Brand Overview: SOO -somaru- is a small Kyo-Yuzen brand born in Kyoto in 2016. With the desire to make our dyed fabrics easily accessible, we create products suited for modern life. Our product lineup includes the Kyo-Yuzen hand-dyed silk eyeglass cloth "Ofuki," the smartphone cloth "Ofuki mini," the tablet PC cloth "Okkii Ofuki," and the ring cloth "Ofuki Petit."

The "Ofuki" series has received numerous awards, including the Good Design Award 2017, Kyoto Design Award 2018, Omiyage Grand Prix 2019 Cool Japan Award, recommended product at the 59th and 60th National Recommended Tourist Souvenir Exhibitions, selected for the 2019 National Traditional Crafts Competition, OMOTENASHI SELECTION 2019-2020, Kyoto Design Award 2022, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Award at the 66th NIPPON OMIYAGE AWARD, Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry Award and Kyoto Industrial 21 Award at the 11th Cultural Venture Competition, and certification at the 9th Wisdom Business Plan Contest.

Good Design Award 2017, Kyoto Design Award 2018, Omiyage Grand Prix 2019 Cool Japan Award, Recommended Product by the Japan Association of Souvenir Retailers

OMOTENASHI SELECTION 2019-2020, Kyoto Design Award 2022, Hospitality Souvenir Selection 2023, Japan Souvenir Award 2025 Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Award