SHOBIEN × POUYUENJI KYOTO "A Palette of Tea" Held: Kyoto's Traditional Craft "Rōketsu-zome" Colors the Tea Space -- July 10 (Fri) - August 2 (Sun)

POUYUENJI KYOTO, a brand curating teas from around the world, and Kyoto Dye House SHOBIEN (Katsumi Shoten Co., Ltd.), founded in 1963 in Kamikatsura, Kyoto, and inheriting the traditional "rōketsu-zome" (wax-resist dyeing) technique, will hold the spatial installation project "A Palette of Tea" from July 10 (Fri), 2026, to August 2 (Sun).

This project is an attempt to expand tea from "something to drink" to "something to savor as a space."

By coloring the entire space of POUYUENJI KYOTO with rōketsu-zome, and making the colors created by dyeing resonate with the aroma, taste, and texture of tea, we will create a tea experience where sight, smell, taste, and touch are connected as one.

In addition to exhibiting noren (shop curtains), furoshiki (wrapping cloths), tapestries, and three-dimensional works, we will also offer limited-edition menus and textile products that match the exhibition. We will re-edit the culture of "dyeing," "wrapping," and "enjoying tea" passed down in Japan into modern lifestyles, and transmit new possibilities of traditional crafts and tea culture to the world.

Incorporating the technique and beauty of rōketsu-zome into modern lifestyles.

During the period, various products such as tapestries and furoshiki will also be sold.

Limited-time menu also offered to match the exhibition.

SHOBIEN × Narumi Mochi × POUYUENJI KYOTO

Savor "A Palette of Tea." Two types of tea with different water colors and brewing methods will be prepared.

The accompanying sweets are seasonal confections from "Narumi Mochi," which has a deep connection with SHOBIEN.

Price: 4,000 yen (tax included)

PROFILE

Kyoto Dye House SHOBIEN / Katsumi Shoten Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1963 in Kamikatsura, Kyoto. Inheriting the traditional Japanese dyeing technique "rōketsu-zome," the company handles the planning, manufacturing, and sales of noren, dyeing and processing for apparel, and rōketsu-zome wallpaper. With the philosophy of "passing down rōketsu-zome to the next generation," they are engaged in creating new value by fusing traditional techniques with contemporary sensibilities, and operate businesses both domestically and internationally. Currently, they deliver products to over 15 countries, transmitting the charm of Japanese traditional culture to the world.

Official Website: https://shobien.norenya.jp/

Narumi Mochi Honten

Began business in 1875 (Meiji 8) and is celebrating its 150th anniversary. Since then, rooted in the community, we have been accompanying the prayers and lives of Kyoto townspeople through the creation of sweets that follow the seasons.

Official Website: https://www.narumi-mochi.jp/

POUYUENJI KYOTO

POUYUENJI, which shares the joy of tea with the world based on an extensive collection and curation of teas from around the world, including Taiwanese tea, Chinese tea, and Japanese tea, is a comprehensive lifestyle brand that inherits tea culture traditions and updates them for modern living. In April 2025, they opened "playtea," where one can casually enjoy high-quality tea.

Official Website: https://kyoto.pouyuenji.com/

EVENT OUTLINE

SHOBIEN × POUYUENJI KYOTO

Kyoto's Traditional Craft "Rōketsu-zome" Colors the Tea Space -- "A Palette of Tea"

Dates: July 10 (Fri), 2026 - August 2 (Sun)

Venue: POUYUENJI KYOTO

374 Yasaka-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Yasaka-dori Shimogawara Higashi-iru

Business Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Last Order 16:30)

Closed: Mondays *Tuesdays are exhibition only.

Reservations:

Please apply through POUYUENJI KYOTO Table Check.

*Limited quantities available for special menus.

CONTACT

For questions regarding this matter or inquiries about interviews, please contact us below.

GENERAL CONTACT

POUYUENJI KYOTO

075-533-8826