Collection: Natsumi Noda/Imustan

We are excited to once again feature works from Imustan, a project by the artist Natsumi Noda.

Noda creates tableware inspired by plants, designed as communication tools to spark conversations. Imustan, her separate project, is a ceramic brand themed around “Perhaps it’s possible, maybe it’s suspicious.”

The whimsical and humorous motifs in her work bring a touch of joy to everyday life.

This time, the collection also includes a new addition: caps! The designs feature Imustan’s iconic “shy” character and a pizza motif—playful and full of charm!

The interview article will be published in three parts.
For the first time, I would like to ask how you started making ceramic works and how the two lines "Natsumi Noda" and "Imustan" were born. 

” I enjoy the dining experience very much,
This is common with the "Shitamachi (traditional downtown area) culture" that I was born and raised in,
I think the communication with people that comes from that is the starting point of my production. " 

*"Shitamachi culture" represents Japan's traditional urban life, prevalent in Tokyo's older, working-class neighborhoods. It's like exploring an untouched corner of an old city, filled with narrow lanes, local vendors, modest eateries, and a strong sense of community. Festivals keep ancient traditions alive, and the affordable street food like sushi and soba noodles adds to its charm. Shitamachi is a living time capsule, offering a nostalgic glimpse into Japan's past amidst its modern cities.

Please take a look at the background of Ms. Noda's production.
Click here for the first interview article.

First part of Interview: Natsumi Noda talks about the process of creating her artwork: "Communication with people at the dining place is the starting point of my work."

Second part of Interview: Natsumi Noda, who "adds stories, emotions, impressions of being there, and a sense of temperature," explains the concept and motifs of her work.

Third part of Interview: "Ceramic art is very close to people. Being able to touch and use ceramics is very appealing." Natsumi Noda on her production process and future plans

 

Natsumi Noda

Born in 1992 in Tokyo. She graduated from Tohoku University of Art and Design, Department of Arts and Crafts, majoring in pottery, and she completed the same university's craft course as a research student. She is currently based in Tokyo. She won the 57th Japan Craft Exhibition Encouragement Award. Exhibition history: "Neo Gohan" Bild Flugas (2018, Miyagi), "10 Years of Vessels, 10 Years of Sweets" Yamagata Biennale (2020, Yamagata), "CASA KEITA -Keita Maruyama's Favorite Objects -" Maruyama House (2021, Tokyo), "Natsumi Noda Exhibition" Shinjuku Isetan (2021, Tokyo), "Spring to~ki fair" NAD iff a/p/a/r/t (2021, Tokyo), solo exhibition "FUN FUN TOURS" Bild Flugas (2021, Miyagi), " POP UP SHOP" Isetan Salone (2022, Tokyo)

Imustan 
A pottery brand with the theme of "possibly possible, somewhat suspicious"
Exhibition history: "Good Neighbors" Bild Flugas (2019, Miyagi), "CUP OF COFFEE" Atsushi Sugimura Museum (2018, 2019, Miyagi), "HAPPY MAGNET TO YOU !!" Omotesando ROCKET (2019, Tokyo), "GOOD MOOD CLUB" Build Flugas (2020, Miyagi), "OMOTESANDO ROCKET CREATOR'S MARKET" Omotesando ROCKET (2020, Tokyo), "Spring to~ki fair" NADiff a/p/a/r/t (2021, Tokyo), "FUN FUN TOURS" Build Flugas (2021, Miyagi)