TAKAHASHI HIROMITSU  

Takahashi Hiromitsu, born in 1959 in Kanagawa Prefecture, studied at Nihon University. Deeply inspired by master stencil artist Mori Yoshitoshi—whose prints his parents once helped produce—Takahashi embraced the kappazuri stencil technique. His early works show strong ties to traditional ukiyo-e and Kabuki imagery. Over time, however, he developed his own expressive style, defined by dynamic movement and vibrant characters.

Takahashi specialises in kappazuri stencil printing, a traditional Japanese technique often associated with textile dyeing. His works often portray iconic Kabuki actors and theatrical scenes, echoing Japan’s rich cultural heritage. Known for his signature “Hiromitsu” in lieu of a surname, his prints stand out for their small editions, bold colour palettes, and storytelling energy.

Takahashi Hiromitsu’s stencil prints are part of major permanent collections, including the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, the Library of Congress in Washington D.C., Museum of Arts and Crafts Hamburg, Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art Israel, and the Singapore Art Museum. He has held solo exhibitions in Tokyo, Washington, and Singapore, and participated in group shows worldwide. In 1986 and 1989, he was named “Most Promising Artist” at the Grand Prix Exhibit at Isetan Art Gallery, Tokyo. His work is also represented by Hanga Ten.