two persimmons

04/06/2026

.persimmons is especially delighted to introduce Black Persimmon (Kurogaki)　pieces created by Ichikawa Takehito.
Kurogaki, a rare form of spalted persimmon wood, has been treasured in Japan since ancient times. Highly valued for both its scarcity and its extraordinary grain, it is distinguished by dramatic black markings that create contrasts, swirling patterns, and subtle gradations reminiscent of Japanese sumi-e ink paintings.
Ichikawa's works are not only beautiful; they possess a solemnity and even a sense of spiritual mystery that feels almost religious. Even a small piece such as a ring holder has the power to transform the atmosphere around it. There is an intensity to these works that never grows tiresome—one can look at them every day and still remain captivated.
The things he has seen and experienced, the path he has walked, and the emotions he has felt all find their way into his woodcarvings, the artist says. If that is true, can I be the only one who wishes to see, if only once, the journey that has shaped him?
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30/05/2026

These glorious Ichikawa Takehito pieces are now online as the last half of SUMMER collection. 🏺 Hope you all will enjoy, and have a wonderful weekend ❤️ ✨
Takehito Ichikawa is a wood artist based in Nagoya, Japan. His practice is rooted in a long engagement with woodworking, following earlier experience in furniture making and traditional Buddhist carpentry.

Working primarily through turning, he explores the relationship between hard material and fluid form, using wood to express soft curves and refined lines. His approach is shaped by a close attention to form and balance, developed over years of working directly with a variety of wood material.

Ichikawa draws inspiration from the natural world, as well as art, culture and architecture, fusing Eastern/Western, and classical/contemporary visual values, to inform the sculptural clarity and quiet presence of his work. Some of the vases strongly remind us of Greek urns and columns, other items of Buddhist cosmological notion.
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29/05/2026

24/05/2026

22/05/2026

Before the start of the day, we are glad to share the blog article featuring .persimmons was published on official website. Visit the link on our profile.
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Hello from Sachiko — the one-woman heart and hands behind two persimmons, and the giant papier-mâché Kokeshi doll. I’m endlessly grateful to all the artists and supporters from every corner of the world who have been part of this journey.

two persimmons began in 2019 and mostly lived online until last year, when we joined AOH for the first time. Meeting so many curious visitors, local artists, and fellow AOH participants made everything suddenly feel real and visible in a whole new way.

I hope you enjoy reading about our journey in the blog article, and hopefully make your way to pop up in the final weekend.
Huge thanks to Dee, and Judy the director of AOH, for the feature and support 💛

We're open
22,23,24,25 May
11:00-17:00
19 Bond street, Brighton BN1 1RD
Above Taylor's Tobacconists
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21/05/2026

Open tomorrow & bank holiday weekend.
Beautiful pedestal bowls made by . They come in all sizes, height, and designs.

We're open
21, 22,23,24,25 May
11:00-
19 Bond street, Brighton BN1 1RD
Above Taylor's Tobacconists
ENTER the shop to find stairs