The festive Christmas season is coming to an end, and the new year is about to begin! What kind of year was 2015 for everyone? For Chalie Vice, 2015 seems to have been a year of great progress. She made wonderful friends in various countries, encountered unexpected events, and created countless unforgettable memories. Planning trips to meet those friends again next year, the year after that... Chalie Vice is busier than ever. Who knows when she'll finally show up before us...?

Now, the final theme for THE GALLERY by CHALIE VICE in 2015 is "A New Journey, and the Words That Lie There. CHALIE VICE meets Calligraphy feat. JUICHI YOSHIKAWA"!

Juichi Yoshikawa is a calligrapher who is active both domestically and internationally as a SYO (calligraphy) artist. He is known for his large-scale planning and drive in his performances and has received numerous awards. This time, at the request of his longtime friend CHALIE, he has written original words for us.


The character for "flight," which includes the character for "sheep," expresses gratitude for the passing year. The character for "expansion," which includes the character for "monkey," expresses a wish for a leap forward in the new year. This artwork was specially created by Mr. Yoshikawa for CHALIE VICE.


"I think the start of a new year is like the start of a journey."

What will happen? What kind of time will I spend? As I step into the unknown future, trying to contain my excitement, my heart is filled with hope...
When I mentioned this to calligrapher Juichi Yoshikawa, he created a wonderful piece of calligraphy for me. This piece, imbued with gratitude for the past year and a wish for great progress in the coming year, is a powerful work of art that gives me a wonderful sense of anticipation for my new journey.
At THE GALLERY by CHALIE VICE, I'd like to introduce my friend, Juichi Yoshikawa, who continues to aggressively challenge himself in the world of calligraphy. The powerful words he weaves are sure to encourage you on your own new journey.
-- CHALIE VICE



Additionally, CHALIE VICE will be hosting a Japanese-themed event, perfect for welcoming the New Year.

① Learning "The Man's Pine" from a craftsman at a long-established bonsai nursery
Join us for a workshop taught by craftsmen from Seikouen, a long-established bonsai nursery founded during the Edo period (1848-1854). Imagine the shape of your pine bonsai 10 years from now as you apply wire to the tree, working together with the craftsmen to create your own unique form. This is a fantastic opportunity to "see and learn" the craftsmanship up close. Whether you already own a bonsai or are just starting out, you're sure to enjoy this workshop.

Date: Saturday, January 9, 2016
Time: ① 11:00-12:30 / ② 14:00-15:30
Capacity: 10 people per session. Participation fee: 9,720 yen

② Juichi Yoshikawa's Personal Live Painting
Calligrapher Juichi Yoshikawa, who is active both domestically and internationally as a SYO (calligraphy) artist, is known for his large-scale energy and planning abilities, and has received numerous awards for his performances. Mr. Yoshikawa, who has written the titles for manga such as "Vagabond" and "Zipang," will accept orders for your favorite words and write them on a shikishi (decorative paper board) on the spot. This is an opportunity to experience live painting by an internationally renowned calligrapher up close.

Dates: January 10th (Sun) - January 11th (Mon/Holiday), 2016
Time: 11:00/11:30/13:00/13:30/14:00/14:30/15:00/15:30/(16:00/16:30 only on the 10th)
Capacity: 1 person per session. Participation fee: 54,000 yen

*This event requires reservations. Reservations can be made in person at the store or by phone. Please note that we will close reservations once the maximum number of participants is reached.
Reservations: 03-3225-2853 (direct line)

*All prices include tax.

"A New Journey, Words That Lie There: CHALIE VICE meets Calligraphy feat. JUICHI YOSHIKAWA" will be available until January 12th (Tuesday).
Why not embrace a new future with the powerful words of Juichi Yoshikawa?

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