Harbor City, Tsim Sha Tsui | Hisahiro Fukasawa’s Solo Exhibition “Golden Whispers -Tales of Birds and Blossoms”@ Harbour City Media Preview on 6 August

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Curated by William Chan Design, Japanese artist Hisahiro Fukasawa will present his Hong Kong debut exhibition “Golden Whispers -Tales of Birds and Blossoms” at the Gallery by the Harbour from 7 August to 7 September 2025. The exhibition will feature over 20 of Fukasawa’s new works that reinterpret the refined aesthetics of traditional Japanese kachōga (flower-and-bird painting) through a contemporary design lexicon.

Fukasawa blends gold-leaf craftsmanship, classical flower-and-bird motifs, and modern design to create his distinctive style. His birds—adorned with floral crowns and intricate patterns—feel both celebratory and contemplative, drawing viewers into a serene, poetic world. The works balance vivid colors with harmonious layers, while delicate compositions and lively brushstrokes weave together traditional and contemporary visual storytelling.

Fukasawa will attend the Hong Kong media preview in person, demonstrating live gold-leaf techniques and painting methods—offering attendees a rare, up-close look at the essence of this traditional craft. He will also engage in discussions with the media, sharing insights into his creative philosophy and artistic journey. This exclusive opportunity allows participants to gain a deeper appreciation for the mastery behind Japanese traditional arts.

The exhibition's “Gold Leaf Craftsmanship” theme expands with limited-edition gold-leaf OBITSU Kewpie® dolls, created through an exclusive partnership between Tokyo's heritage OBITSU toy manufacturer and Kanazawa's century-old gold leaf specialist “Hakuza”. Each doll features pure gold leaf meticulously applied by master artisans, available in three sizes. A portion of proceeds will support traditional craftspeople in Japan's Noto earthquake region, helping sustain these endangered artisanal traditions.