For 40 years since his debut in 1979, artist Wataya has continued to depict his love of fashion. From Wednesday, September 12th, Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th floor = Isetan Men's Residence will be showcasing and selling original artwork to celebrate the culmination of his 40-year career. In addition, on Saturday, September 15th and Sunday, September 16th, artist Wataya will be visiting the store to host a special event.

Hiroshi Wataya: Made his illustration debut in 1979 in the magazine "POPEYE". This year, marking 40 years as an illustrator, he has published his first collection of works, "STYLE" (Shogakukan).

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Hiroshi Wataya, the artist known as "the master painter," skillfully switches between two styles: "Magical Touch," which evokes 1950s America, and "Silly Touch," which is full of humor based on satirical cartoons and journalistic reports. His first collection of works, released this year, includes many images, mainly of men's fashion, as well as portraits of loved ones and happy family scenes.

"Men's Fashion: My Personal Style 1979-2018" 2,916 yen (Shogakukan)

This event commemorates the culmination of 40 years of artistic career, showcasing and selling original artworks created by the artist. Additionally, on Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th, Mr. Wataya will be visiting the store to host special events free of charge. On Saturday the 15th, the artist will lead a "portrait drawing class," where he will personally instruct participants on how to create art pieces using coasters as drawing materials. Participants will then have the opportunity to create their own coasters. On Sunday the 16th, "SALON DE WATATANI" will be held, where Mr. Wataya will host a talk show introducing the process of creating his artwork. There will also be a special perk: those who purchase an original artwork will receive a free on-the-spot sketch from the artist himself.

Event Information

SALON DE GAHAKU

□September 12th (Wednesday) - 18th (Tuesday)
□ Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Isetan Men's Residence

Portrait Drawing Class □ Saturday, September 15th, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ■ Participation Fee: Free ■ Capacity: First 25 people ■ How to participate: We will guide you on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the event.
*Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached. Thank you for your understanding.
*Please bring writing materials with you when you participate.

SALON DE WATATANI Talk Show □ September 16th (Sun) 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM ■ Participation Fee: Free ■ Capacity: First 20 people ■ How to participate: Participants will be guided on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the event.
*Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached. Thank you for your understanding.
*The first 5 customers (or groups) who purchase an original framed artwork will receive a free on-the-spot drawing from Mr. Wataya. Duration: Approximately 1 hour per person (or group)

For inquiries, please contact Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Isetan Men's Residence.
TEL: 03-3225-2853 (direct line)
Responsible staff: Koizumi, Sugawara, Oginai