Ryunosuke Okazaki – JOMONJOMON
Partner Programme
13 — 21 Sept 2025
Craft, Art / Collectibles
13 Sept10:00—17:45
14 Sept10:00—17:45
15 Sept10:00—17:45
16 Sept10:00—17:45
17 Sept10:00—17:45
18 Sept10:00—17:45
19 Sept10:00—17:45
20 Sept10:00—17:45
21 Sept10:00—17:45
In Person
Free, no ticket required
V&A South Kensington
Cromwell Rd
London
SW7 2RL
Marking his European debut, this display features seven of fashion designer Ryunosuke Okazaki’s latest creations, inspired by sculptural pottery Japan’s Jōmon period (c.14,500 to 300 BCE)
Born and raised in Hiroshima, Japan, where the atomic bomb was dropped in 1945, artist Ryunosuke Okazaki transforms a lifelong wish for peace into the central theme of his work. His JOMONJOMON series draws inspiration from the sculptural pottery of Japan’s Jōmon period (c.14,500 to 300 BCE), among the world’s earliest known examples of clay work. These ritualistic vessels are believed to express reverence for nature and hope for life’s blessings. Okazaki channels that ancient spirit into futuristic garments, combining symmetrical forms with complex curves. Marking his European debut, this display features seven of Okazaki’s latest creations, accompanied by a short documentary film that explores his creative process and the inspirations behind his work. One of the dresses, specially created in spring 2025 for the V&A’s permanent collection, captures the transient grace of cherry blossoms in spring.
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