# Cultural Heritage-Themed Exhibitions nendo sees Kyoto Displays Artful Pieces of Japanese Craft By Amy Duong | Published 2022-11-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-sees-kyoto References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/nendo-collaborates-with-kyoto-artisans-for-nendo-sees-kyoto-exhibition/) & [redirect.viglink](https://redirect.viglink.com/?format=go&jsonp=vglnk_166732576395510&key=6ab1d62aaf9dbafae96546ba3ca1b2ac&libId=l9y919dx0100x1tt000DLbzf3czhz&loc=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Fnendo-collaborates-with-kyoto-artisans-for-nendo-sees-kyoto-exhibition%2F&v=1&out=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nendo.jp%2Fen%2F&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Fcategory%2Fart%2F&title=Nendo%20Collaborates%20With%20Kyoto%20Artisans%20for%20%27nendo%20sees%20Kyoto%27&txt=nendo)  nendo sees Kyoto is the latest exhibition that is displaying [unique art pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-exhibition) that were originally showcased throughout World Cultural Heritage sites within Kyoto. It is making its first-ever American launch at the Friedman Benda and it is led by none other than Oki Sato at nendo. The designer brings forth collaborative projects along with six local master artisans that are individually unique in their [ancient Japanese work of craftsmanship](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensaku-oshiro) and methodology. It is all rooted in traditional Japanese techniques that are fused with modern elements of material technology. The collaborators include the likes of "16th Generation Onishi Seiwemon, 12th Generation Ueji Jiki Ogawa Katsuaki, Kojima Shouten, 13th Generation Soutetsu Nakamura, Miyazaki Kagu, and 15th Generation Kichizaemon Raku Jikiny." Image Credit: nendo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cultural Heritage Preservation:** Preserving and showcasing cultural heritage through unique exhibitions and collaborations with experts and traditional artisans. - **Fusion of Traditional and Modern Elements:** Fusing traditional craftsmanship and methodologies with modern material technologies to create new and innovative pieces. - **Collaborative Designs:** Collaborations between designers and master artisans to create one-of-a-kind art pieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Exhibitions:** Opportunities for art exhibition organizers to showcase unique pieces that preserve cultural heritage. - **Craftsmanship and Artisanal Industries:** Innovative collaborations between traditional craftsmen and designers to create new products and revive the demand for artisanal products. - **Material Technology:** Developing new material technologies that can be used to create innovative designs and enhance traditional craftsmanship techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Japanese Craft Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyakk-exhibition.md) - [Co-Presented Three-Day Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3daysofdesign.md) - [Minimalist Meaningful Living Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meaningful-living.md) - [Material-Centric Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-the-road-exhibition.md) - [Industrial Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sized.md) - [Artful British Craftsmanship Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assemblage-7-lost-and-found-ii.md) - [Japanese Craftsmanship-Inspired Sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakajimaya-crossing.md) - [Cross-Cultural Artistic Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kasashima-gallery.md)