Yamanashi Hemslöjd
2026 marks the 55th anniversary of Yamanashi Hemslöjd's activities. The new homepage logo celebrates the bond with all the artists, instructors, staff, and customers who have supported us throughout our journey, whilst also symbolising the 50th anniversary of our partnership with the Danish Handcraft Guild.
To mark this occasion, we have expanded the range of products available in our online shop and relaunched the site.
Latest news
Omotesando Store Summer Holiday Notice
9 August 2026
9th to 23rd August 2026
Wishing you a happy midsummer. Thank you for your continued patronage.
This year, Northern Europe and the rest of Europe have already experienced three heatwaves, leading to an increase in the introduction of "climate holidays" considering the environment and health. Tokyo is also expected to continue to suffer from extreme heat.
The Yamanashi Hemslöjd Omotesando store will be closed for a two-week summer holiday. During this period, some classes will still be held. We will be accepting enquiries by email and our online shop will be open, but please allow 3-4 days for replies and dispatch. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused to customers with urgent orders.
We will be making good use of this period to set up our “behind-the-scenes“ work, including in-store maintenance and preparations for our 55th anniversary exhibition.
Please take care to avoid heatstroke. Look after yourselves and have a healthy and good summer.
Yamanashi Hemslöjd Omotesando Branch
“MIKIKO'S FLOWER GARDEN”
29 September 2026
Yamanashi Hemslöjd's 55th Anniversary ExhibitionTuesday 29th September 2026 to Wednesday 28th October 2026
Opening hours 11:00–17:00
Open on Sundays and public holidays
Exhibition contents: Embroidery, weaving, knitting, original works by participants, works by instructors since its founding, and new works by Mikiko Yamanashi
The 50th-anniversary exhibition, held during the COVID-19 pandemic, has now become a cherished memory, and this time the theme, “Flower Garden,” was decided early on. The exhibition will feature decorative works for windows, walls, and chairs, created using a variety of techniques to beautifully enhance everyday life.
Being able to hold a commemorative exhibition with flowers as the motif for our 55th anniversary can be seen as the realization of an eternal dream in a world where wars continue to rage in many places. It is also amazing that nearly 70 of our colleagues have become engrossed in creating original works again after a five-year hiatus, and it has been a great source of strength and encouragement for me. It can also be described as a quiet, peaceful time to dedicate ourselves to our craft.
This commemorative exhibition in Omotesando is the first in 15 years. We hope you will enjoy a peaceful and relaxing time here. We look forward to seeing you and hope you will come and enjoy the exhibition.
Mikiko Yamanashi
Events
Singing Promenade
31 July 2026
Now being held with great success!Last Friday of every month, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Craft enthusiasts often develop hunched posture and joint pain from sitting in the same position for long periods.
Let's relax our bodies, bring a smile to our faces, and sing our favourite memorable songs in a Nordic space!
Lecturer: Yasuko Naga
(Singer, Irish harpist, Pilates instructor)
Admission fee: ¥3,500 (incl. tax, includes drinks) ★ 3-session ticket ¥9,000 (valid for 6 months)
お申込：店頭または☎️03-3470-3119📩yamanashihemslojd@gmail.com
Enjoy a cheerful time surrounded by Nordic handicrafts.
The songs themselves are also charming, each one bringing back a wave of nostalgic and warm memories.
Previous songs:
(Japanese popular songs)
この道
春の日の花と輝く
夏の思い出
椰子の実
庭の千草
赤とんぼ
紅葉
蛍の光
たき火
見上げてごらん、夜の星を
春よ来い
かなりや
薔薇が咲いた
"Even though all I did was use my voice, my abdominal muscles were working so much that I felt a pleasant tiredness, and it lifted my spirits. I also felt my posture improving." (Mikiko Yamanashi)