Ichimonji-Otoshi and Suji-Mawashi | the Aesthetics for Heightening the Artwork

A question we ask each time we take a mounting work and for its option is

“Would you like to have your order additionally done with ichimonji-otoshi or suji-mawashi?”

The option is minor and does not cost much. However, it makes a significant difference in the look of a centerpiece, so we always make sure that we ask the question.

Let me explain about these ichimonji-otoshi and suji-mawashi in this article.

 

About Ichimonji

With the usual format of a kakejiku, a horizontally long gold/silver brocade called ichimonji is applied to the top and bottom of the artwork, respectively.

In the picture below, the parts surrounded by red circles are the fabrics of ichimonji.

 

Kakejikus in the normal style have parts called ‘hashira’ at both sides of main works.

 

Ichimonji-Otoshi

‘Ichimonji-otoshi’is an optional style where a centerpiece is surrounded by the fabric used for ichimonji parts by attaching the thinly cut fabrics also to the sides of the piece. By surrounding an artwork with the fabric, an entire artwork defines against the background and gives a sharper impression.

 

 

Suji-Mawashi

And then, about ‘Suji-mawashi’. This is an optional work which is to attach a finely cut single-colored fabric around ‘a centerpiece having its ichimonji at the upper and bottom areas’. The picture below shows the use of a dark blue fabric. The option has a defining effect as well, much the same as ichimonji-otoshi.

 

This simple option creates a certain impression of the main work which is a far cry from the one without having it done. We recommend adding the little process of work filled with the delicate aesthetics of Japanese.

In the old days, kakejikus with these accompaniments were rather rare, even so, why don’t you upgrade the look of your kakejiku with them using the opportunities, like when remounting.

There is little to choose between ichimonji-otoshi and suji－mawashi, therefore the choice will depend on your preference, or we could choose the one which will enhance the artwork most. We are looking forward to your request for the accompaniments.

* Ichimonji-otoshi and suji－mawashi couldn’t be chosen both. Please decide on the one you prefer.

 

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Our Feelings For Kakejiku

 The Japanese people have long set a high value on aesthetic senses since ancient times. As a result, the
peculiar culture which is not seen in other countries blossomed and many aspects of the modern Japanese
culture come from it. Parts of Japanese culture has been introduced to people in other countries recently,
so the number of people from other countries who are interested in Japanese culture has been increasing.
However, the Japanese aesthetic senses, which are the bases of Japanese culture, have been nurtured
through a long history, intertwining various elements intricately, such as climate, geographical features,
religion, customs and so on. Therefore, they are very difficult to understand not only for people from other
countries, but even for the Japanese people. I think the best tool which conveys these difficult senses
understandably is a “kakejiku.”
 The kakejiku (a hanging scroll; a work of calligraphy or a painting which is mounted and hung in an
alcove or on a wall) is a traditional Japanese art. It's no exaggeration to say that paintings are what
express aesthetic senses at all times and places. The kakejiku is an art which expresses the Japanese
aesthetic senses. The kakejiku has long been used in traditional Japanese events, daily life and so on since
ancient times. As a result, there are various customs of kakejiku in Japan; kakejiku and the life of the
Japanese are closely related. We can see Japanese values through kakejiku.
 The kakejiku is a cultural tradition which the Japanese people should be proud of. However, many people
in other countries don't know much about it because it hasn't been showcased as much. This is why I
decided to try to introduce it. The kakejiku world is very interesting and beautiful. We want not only the
Japanese, but also many people from other countries to know and enjoy it. I hope that many people will
love kakejiku someday.

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Name Art Nomura

President Tatsuji Nomura

Founded1973

Established1992

Address7-23 Babadori, Tarumi-ku, Kobe city,
Hyougo Prefecture, 655-0021, Japan


Capital10 million yen

URLhttp://nomurakakejiku.com

Our Business

 Art Nomura is an art dealer which produces kakejiku (hanging scrolls). We mount many paintings and calligraphic works in kakejiku in my factory. Kakejiku are our main product. We also remount and repair old or damaged kakejiku. We share the traditional Japanese art of kakejiku with people all over the world.


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 The Japanese people have long set a high value on aesthetic senses since ancient times. As a result, the
peculiar culture which is not seen in other countries blossomed and many aspects of the modern Japanese
culture come from it. Parts of Japanese culture has been introduced to people in other countries recently,
so the number of people from other countries who are interested in Japanese culture has been increasing.
However, the Japanese aesthetic senses, which are the bases of Japanese culture, have been nurtured
through a long history, intertwining various elements intricately, such as climate, geographical features,
religion, customs and so on. Therefore, they are very difficult to understand not only for people from other
countries, but even for the Japanese people. I think the best tool which conveys these difficult senses
understandably is a “kakejiku.”
 The kakejiku (a hanging scroll; a work of calligraphy or a painting which is mounted and hung in an
alcove or on a wall) is a traditional Japanese art. It's no exaggeration to say that paintings are what
express aesthetic senses at all times and places. The kakejiku is an art which expresses the Japanese
aesthetic senses. The kakejiku has long been used in traditional Japanese events, daily life and so on since
ancient times. As a result, there are various customs of kakejiku in Japan; kakejiku and the life of the
Japanese are closely related. We can see Japanese values through kakejiku.
 The kakejiku is a cultural tradition which the Japanese people should be proud of. However, many people
in other countries don't know much about it because it hasn't been showcased as much. This is why I
decided to try to introduce it. The kakejiku world is very interesting and beautiful. We want not only the
Japanese, but also many people from other countries to know and enjoy it. I hope that many people will
love kakejiku someday.

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