Tucked within a 100-year-old Kyoto small townhouse, lovingly renovated into a modern Japanese shop, Feel Records Kyoto Hanare Store offers a unique experience. As you ascend the steep, hidden staircase, you’ll discover “Nikai,” a serene gallery nestled behind Shoji doors. This space was designed for anyone to casually enjoy records, with a carefully curated art gallery that enriches the experience.
Gallery “Nikai” regularly hosts exhibitions and sales of works by artists who delve into the themes of “Sound, Records, and Music.” Visitors can immerse themselves in the interplay of Visual Art and Auditory Experience. Since our opening in April 2024, we have proudly showcased the works of four distinct artists.
Katsunari Shishido Exhibition: “The Sound of Beginnings: Hiragana Turns – Gojūon Ezu”
This exhibition offers a fresh interpretation of the beauty, strength, and vitality of “Hiragana.” Katsunari Shishido’s work invites viewers into an entirely new world of Hiragana, revealing the limitless potential of these characters. “The Sound of Beginnings” was a fitting inaugural exhibition for the Kyoto Hanare Store.
- Exhibition Period: April 1 – April 18, 2024
- Artist: Katsunari Shishido Instgram
Kaméemon Pop-Up Shop
Honoring a 900-year legacy of wax mold casting in Kyoto, the Kaméemon pop-up shop presents a new line of designs inspired by their ancestral works. The shop featured silver and brass jewelry influenced by Japanese traditions and culture, with pieces also tied to Sound and Records.
- Exhibition Period: April 26 – April 28, 2024
- Artist: Kaméemon Instgram
Shion Urata Solo Exhibition: “The Sea of Spring Light”
Taking its title from the sound of the shoreline that inspired her name, Shion Urata’s exhibition, “The Sea of Spring Light,” harmonized beautifully with the gallery’s ambiance. Renowned for her ink wash paintings and other works that complement the soundscapes of her musician father, Keiji Urata, Shion selected pieces that resonated with the gallery’s space.
- Exhibition Period: April 29 – May 12, 2024
- Artist: Shion Urata Instgram
ito.sen / Drawing Exhibition
A mysterious secretive artist who conceals their gender, age, and nationality, ito.sen invites viewers to explore the true value of art, free from preconceived notions. The exhibition featured popular minimalist works that seamlessly blend with interior spaces, including line drawings related to sound.
- Exhibition Period: June 1 – June 13, 2024
- Artist: ito.sen. Instgram
Gallery “Nikai” is a welcoming, open space where visitors are encouraged to explore art at their own pace. Upholding our concept of “Enjoying Music Visually,” we continue to showcase art centered on the themes of “Sound, Records, and Music.” If you’re in the area, feel free to drop by and immerse yourself in the experience.
Exhibition Inquiries:
Feel Records Kyoto Hanare Store is seeking artists interested in exhibiting and selling their art at Gallery “Nikai.”For exhibition inquiries, please contact us through our inquiry page.
Exhibition Requirements:
- Eligible Works: Paintings, photographs, calligraphy, fashion (clothing and accessories), and figurines related to “Sound, Records, and Music.”
- Application Requirements: Please submit a portfolio at the time of application.
- Exhibition Fee: ¥10,000 JPY
