Rising Sun ~Renewal~

Size

Diameter 50cm x 3cm

Materials

antique silk, golden leaf on pine wood

Edition 

one-of-a-kind

Story behind the work

This artwork uses vintage kimono fabric for background and embroidery inclusion from vintage obi (kimono sash) to depict the rising sun. 

Sunlight is created by kimpaku - gold leafing.

Period

The artwork uses obi and kimono textiles both from Showa era, around 1960ies.

Meaning of patterns and colors

In Japanese culture, the rising sun is a timeless emblem of renewal, strength, and divine presence. It marks not only the beginning of a new day but also the constant cycle of rebirth that underlies nature and human life.

Japan itself is called Nihon or Nippon - “the origin of the sun” - a name that reflects deep reverence for dawn as a sacred moment when light returns to the world.

Artists and poets have long seen the morning sun as a symbol of vitality, courage, and spiritual awakening. Its golden radiance over water, mountains, or clouds suggests harmony between heaven and earth, and the quiet promise that every ending carries a new beginning.

By the way, the circle embroidery inclusion that appears as the sun, was originally a wave... Symbols of nature turn to one another, symbolizing even-lasting fluid character of nature.
 
In kimono textiles, the rising sun motif often expresses optimism, gratitude, and the eternal rhythm of nature - a gentle reminder that beauty is not fixed, but continually reborn.

About the Material 

The background fabric has woven ground pattern - "jimon"地紋, that gives it shimmery glow depending on the angle that light hits the fabric surface. 

Decoration Advice

Hanging on a wall requires picture rails, hooks, tacks or nails. It can also be displayed propped up on an easel. Ideal for a room makeover, housewarming gift, present, or souvenir for a loved one.

Precaution

All the works are made from real kimonos, antiques and vintages. For this reason, the fabric may have traces of long-term use and minor fabric damages. In case there are any scratches or stains, we always add a photo of the area on the item page, so please check before purchasing. Regarding precaution, cancellation and refund policy, please refer to the refund policy in the footer section of the site for information.