The designer had been learning the techniques of the traditional Japanese glass-cutting method "KIRIKO" for five years in Tokyo.
Then, He moved to Tokushima and built up his working studio for the original creation of cutting glasses in 2019.
He is making the original design covering a wide range of daily items such as glasses, dishes, lampshades, and so on, aiming to give people a sense of peace of mind and enrich everyday life.
He is recently interested in glassblowing and is making original multilayered glasses for cutting, appealing to human sensitivity.

Limpid Stream Glass Tableware by Keiji Ishikawa The design Limpid Stream is a mass of rhythmically arranged cat's pupil and it makes people feel as if they filled in the flow of waterfall. And the upper view of a mass of cat's pupils is interesting by reflecting the other cat's pupils when transparent liquor is poured because the cat's pupil is cut into V shape at a wide angle. So this visual effect makes mind refreshed in the water flow and gives people a sense of peace of mind. There are various types of Limpid Stream glassware such as wine glasses, sake cups, plates and rocks glasses, which enrich daily life.

Shining Glass Table Lamp by Keiji Ishikawa The table lamp is designed to use a faceted drinking glass as a lampshade without any modification. The lampshade holder has the unique semicircular arm structure connected to a jig that securely holds the bottom of the glass between the inside and the outside. Its holder and base are seamlessly made of faceted glass. And the outline of it is clearly projected from the bottom by a pedestal with a light ring. The favorite faceted drinking glass can be used as a part of the lamp which is realized with a harmonious structure of oneness to create lighting effect to enrich daily life.

Elan Vital Glass Tableware by Keiji Ishikawa Because of regularly arranging the motifs of matching cups that imagine a fun encounter, the design is full of dynamism that evokes vivid polka dots, splashes, or bait balls of a large school of fish spinning in the water. Additionally, when viewed from the side or top, the seams of the inner cup shine through or reflect while changing in various ways, giving people a sense of the dynamism of life and filling them with healing and happiness. There are multiple types of glassware, such as wine glasses, sake cups, plates, and rock glasses.

Dialogical Relationship Glass Tableware by Keiji Ishikawa The cut glass design aims to inspire creative thinking by invoking various stories, such as past experiences, gratitude for the present, and anticipation for the future. The design features rabbit-like characters expressing different emotions, creating a dialogical scene. The characters' emotional expressions are presented repetitively, with variations near the mouth to develop the story. This design encourages people to reflect on their past experiences and prospects while symbolizing the importance of dialogical relationships.

Brilliant Olive Glass Tableware by Keiji Ishikawa The design of the olive branch symbolizes enduring vitality as a representation of peace, wisdom, and prosperity. The leaves are arranged in alternating pairs along the branch, creating a spiraling pattern that signifies growth. Some leaf pairs resemble hearts, evoking warmth and peace. Gradient olives add a mystical touch, with the leaves and olives laid out like puzzle pieces. From the side, the overlapping leaves form a complex motif. When viewed from above and filled with a beverage, the inner leaf patterns reflect, creating a shimmering, lifelike design.

Spiral of Life Glass Tableware by Keiji Ishikawa In a fusion of mathematical structure and kinetic art, the Spiral of Life project presents a new direction for Kiriko glassware. This work captures the organic fluctuation of nature within a glass medium. The development originated from a collaboration between the designer and Ree, a paint dancer. By translating Fibonacci sequences into movement, Ree provided the conceptual framework for the design. Through 8 to 13 and 13 to 21 spiral ratios, the artisan connects traditional craft with biomathematics. The resulting harmony offers a rhythmic experience reflecting the natural pulse of the world.

Keiji Ishikawa

9-1 shosakai, kawabata

779-0102

Keiji Ishikawa is IAD member since 2022, with 12214 IAD rating.