Hana Mitsui
Hana Mitsui is a Tokyo and Fukuoka-based textile designer and the founder of Hana Material Design Laboratory Inc. With a background in both traditional Japanese weaving techniques and contemporary textile innovation, she brings a unique cross-cultural perspective to her work. Mitsui studied textile design at Tama Art University in Tokyo and earned her Master’s degree from the Royal College of Art in London. After gaining experience at international fashion houses and design studios, she established her own studio to explore material research, fabric design, and collaborative projects with various industries. Her practice is centered on developing textiles that connect cultural heritage with modern living through thoughtful design, workshops, and educational outreach. Access Hana Mitsui Newsroom
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Hana Mitsui
Rug
Hana Mitsui reinterprets traditional Japanese tatami weaving through a pixelated Mona Lisa made with Igusa grass. Working with tatami craftspeople, she explores how this time-honored material can engage with present-day visual language. By noticing the visual similarity between tatami’s weave and digital pixel grids, Mitsui developed a method to express subtle tones through tactile, pixel-like forms. The result highlights a quiet dialogue between tradition and modern perspective.Her practice reflects an ongoing interest in translating cultural heritage into new visual expressions.
A' Textile, Fabric, Textures, Patterns and Cloth Design Award - Bronze (2025) - Access Hana Mitsui Rug Press Kit