An exhibition of kofue artworks by artist Shizue Ukaji is taking place in Shiraoi Town.
Kofue is a technique where old fabrics are sewn artistically together in a way that creates a visual artwork.
Mrs.Shizue, an Ainu woman, has been sewing her kofue based on the Ainu Folk Tales disseminating Ainu culture to the world.
Please come and enjoy!
Free admission.
Date and time: 10am-5pm from 20th September – 23rd September 2024
Location: Shiraoi Economic Center 2-3-4 Omachi, Shiraoi-cho, Shiraoi-gun.
Shiraoi Tourist Association（Shiraoi Station North Tourist Information Center Poroto Mintar）
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