Asaya's sculpture exhibited at the Ecchu Art Festival in Toyama, Japan

Public Presence

PRESS & EXHIBITIONS

Awards, newspaper features, and exhibitions —
documenting a cross-cultural journey in woodcarving.

Overview

A Growing Public Presence

Since arriving in Inami in 2024, Asaya's work has attracted attention from Japanese media, art institutions, and collectors. His sculpture "Opening Up" was selected and awarded at the Ecchu Art Exhibition in Toyama, and his story has been covered in multiple newspaper features.

For media inquiries, interviews, commissions, or gallery collaborations, please reach out via the contact page.

Exhibitions & Awards

Selected Shows

2024

"Opening Up — Mechanical Jewelry Box" Award

Ecchu Art Exhibition, Toyama, Japan

In the Media

Press Features

2024

"Chess Pieces Infused with Inami Craftsmanship"

Kitanippon Shimbun (Newspaper)

2024

"German Learns the Art of Traditional Inami Carving"

Kitanippon Shimbun (Newspaper)

2024

"A New Breeze from Germany: Asaya's Challenge"

Newsletter by Tokyo Inami Association

2024

"Discovering Mexican Woodcarving"

Toyama Shimbun (Newspaper)

2024

"Workshop on Mexican Wood Painting"

Toyama Shimbun (Newspaper)

Media & Collaborations

Get in Touch

For press inquiries, exhibition invitations, or gallery collaborations — I look forward to hearing from you.

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