Japanese artist Asako Iwamizu will present a month-long solo exhibition at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square's White Box gallery starting May 1, 2025. The show features her signature "Kimekomi Art," which combines traditional Japanese kimekomi techniques with fabric scraps and remnants, using both Japanese and British textiles. The exhibition includes interactive workshops on May 17 and 18, and coincides with London Craft Week (May 12–18, 2025), a major annual festival celebrating craftsmanship. Iwamizu will also collaborate with tailors from Savile Row to create new works from local fabric waste.
The exhibition matters because it fosters cross-cultural exchange between Japanese and British fabric traditions, connecting manufacturers, designers, and industry professionals in London—a global fashion capital and the third-largest art market worldwide (17% market share in 2023). By highlighting sustainable practices through the use of fabric remnants, the show promotes environmental awareness while increasing visibility for Kimekomi Art among international collectors. The partnership with London Craft Week amplifies the project's reach, positioning it within a broader dialogue about craftsmanship, heritage, and innovation.