Kohei Murata [Kyoto / Shiga / Nishijin Ori Hikihaku]

He is the third generation of Nishijin brocade hakuya "Rakugei Kobo" and is a traditional craftsman designated by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry. Hikihaku (a type of foil applied to Japanese paper), which corresponds to the thread of Nishijin-ori obi, is produced. The technique inherited from the previous generation and the expressiveness using precious foil captivate people.