A&S Editorial

The vessels of glass artist Masao Kozumi evoke a quiet sense of time. An emotional quality born from valuing the atmosphere that surrounds old objects rather than directly reproducing them. The skill to take on challenging forms of expression and bring them to completion, along with a commitment to continual research. We spoke with Kozumi, who devotes himself to his craft at his studio in Gifu, about the ideas behind his work.

Suk-Keun Kang is a Korean woodworking craftsman. He creates lacquerware by carving wood, a living material, layering lacquer, and finishing the pieces through high-temperature firing. Building on traditional techniques, he uses a method of his own design to cure the lacquer. This introduction provides insight into the artist and the background of his work, where a deep respect for materials and tradition coexists with a dynamic approach to innovation.

Living in the mountains, artist Kenichi Takanaka weaves a world uniquely his own through ceramics and painting. The source of his creativity lies in the kaiju and outer space he was completely absorbed in as a child, as well as the experiences he has faced in everyday life, which continue to breathe within his work. His days spent living in harmony with nature and in quiet reflection are closely connected to his creations, revealed in Takanaka’s works, where “living” and “creating” are interwoven, alongside the life and experiences that inform them.

In the twenty years since Arts & Science was established, our clothing and accessories have found their way into the hands of a variety of people. Among them, many have discovered their favorites, continuing to cherish and use these items over the years. At A&S, our philosophy regarding craftsmanship revolves around the notion that the garment’s owner represents the final piece to perfectly complete the creation.<br /> Allow us to share this enduring relationship between owners and their favorite A&S items, showcasing cherished creations that have stood the test of time, in our series, 'My ARTS & SCIENCE.’

From Friday, March 14, the ZANINI with A&S 2025SS Collection will begin arriving at select ARTS&SCIENCE shops. Through visual expressions and the words of designer Marco Zanini, we share the thoughts and intentions behind the collection.

Notes from a Summer Day

Designer Mariko Tsuchiyama is based in the seaside town of Brighton, UK, where she creates jewelry. Her pieces, born from encounters with pearls and stones rich in character, each radiates a singular presence. We spoke with her about her creative process, her thoughts on pearls, and the discoveries she has made through her bespoke collaboration with ARTS&SCIENCE.

Paris-based architect Tsuyoshi Tane, who was awarded the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in France last month, played a pivotal role in the interior design of A&S Aoyama. In vol.1 of our interview with him, we delved into how Tane met A&S director, Sonya Park, how he came to work on the interior of the store, and the underlying concept behind the store’s design. In this second volume, we explore Tane’s perspectives on his work and his aspirations as an architect, along with the qualities he looks for in clothes.

In this interview, British potter Steve Harrison reflects on 40 years of creative practice, his two-decade relationship with ARTS&SCIENCE, and his current thinking as well as what lies ahead.

British jewelry brand William Welstead held its inaugural trunk show at ARTS&SCIENCE in 2007. Now, in 2024, the brand returns to host its latest trunk show at A&S Kyoto. “I am always in search of gemstones that resonate with me. My commitment is to discovering rare, high-quality stones,” says William Welstead. We had the privilege of speaking with him about his journey to becoming a jeweler and the gemstones that inspire his work.