Artist

Based on classical calligraphy fundamentals, she pursues innovative calligraphic expression while creating unique works of art.
Building upon the rich tradition of classical calligraphy, she explores creative calligraphic expression, conveying the power of words through her art.
Her activities span various fields, including creation of calligraphic artworks, logo design, teaching, and live calligraphy performances.

KIKYO

▼Artist Profile
Originally from and currently based in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture.
Chairman of the Japan Calligraphy and Painting Co-Creation Association.
First picked up a brush at age 3 and earned master instructor certification by age 21.
Thereafter launched professional career as a calligrapher.
Certifications endorsed by MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology):

Achieved Highest Level (Grade 1) in Hard Pen Writing Proficiency
Achieved Highest Level (Grade 1) in Brush Writing Proficiency with Top Honors
(Awarded the Minister of Education Prize)

Kikyo 2023

Kikyo 2024

▼Career History
2018

Embarked on professional career as calligraphy artist Kikyo

2019

First solo exhibition "Expression of Calligraphic Spirit" (at Gallery Uemachi in Osaka Uehonmachi)
Successfully achieved crowdfunding goal

2021

Second café exhibition "Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon" at Gallery Cafe STORY
Exhibition at "Kansai Creators Expo" in Heijo Palace Historical Park

2022

Art collaboration for "NHK New BS Songs of Japan" (created 4 calligraphy works)
Third solo exhibition "Flowers Have Yet to Bloom" at Sakai City Cultural Hall Gallery
Exhibition "Dawn" at Nihonbashi Art.jp (November Exhibition)
Exhibition "Flight" at Osaka City Hall (Osaka Midosuji Art)
Instructor at KOKUYO Co., Ltd. (during "2022 Innovation Festival")
Calligraphy performance at Otori Taisha Shrine (during "60th Anniversary of Yamato Takeru Fourth Regular Festival Celebration")
Calligraphy performance at Nakamozu Station Rotary Stage (during "Nakamozu Shopping District Festival")
Donated artwork "Challenge and Courage" to St. Andrew's University
Donated artwork "Human Potential" to St. Andrew's University of Education
Donated artwork "Freedom and Love" to St. Andrew's High School
Exhibition "Flight" at Osaka City Hall (Osaka Midosuji Art)
Exhibition "KOTODAMA" at Nakanoshima Library

2023

New Year's Day calligraphy performance at AEON Mall Sakai Teppocho
Fourth solo exhibition "Word Spirit" at Sakai City Cultural Hall Gallery
Delivered artwork and brush-written logo to Kindai With
Calligraphy performance at Nakamozu Station Rotary Stage (during "Nakamozu Shopping District Festival")
Exhibition "Sincerity" at IBJ Building (Osaka Midosuji Art)

2024

Calligraphy performance at Juraku Kaikan (during "Nakamozu Spring Festival")
Exhibition "Radiant Life" at IBJ Building (Osaka Midosuji Art)
Fifth solo exhibition "Radiant Life" at Sakai City Cultural Hall Gallery
Calligraphy performance at Across Mall (5th Anniversary Celebration)
Beautiful Writing Course for Adults at Chasitsu (Tea Room)
Gold Award at Daikanyama Art Calligraphy Competition Project for the Future (exhibited in Daikanyama, Tokyo)
Exhibition of work "Harmony" at Muroji Temple Main Hall (National Treasure) outer structure
Calligraphy performance (collaboration with artist Kaori Yasumoto) at 51st Sakai Festival
Calligraphy performance at 1st Sakai Guinness Challenge Event
Calligraphy performance at Nakamozu Station Rotary Stage (during "Nakamozu Shopping District Festival")