Began practicing calligraphy at eight and graduated from Meiji University’s Faculty of Letters. Member of major calligraphy institutions like the Mainichi Shodo Association, Kei Shimizu combines deep knowledge of Japanese classical literature with refined brushwork to create lyrical and artistic pieces. In recent years, Shimizu’s work has evolved into a new form of artistic calligraphy, featuring flowing, graceful brushstrokes and beautifully shaded ink tones. Blurring the lines between traditional calligraphy and painting, her creations can be seen at Aman Tokyo, traditional Japanese ryokans, private homes, or corporate branding in Japan.
【 EXHIBITIONS 】
• Dialogue of Margins – Between Calligraphy and Light (Special Collaboration Exhibition, Tokyo, 2024)
• In Praise of Shadows – The Beauty of Japan Handed Down (Special Collaboration Exhibition, Tokyo, 2023)
• HAVE A GOOD DAY (Solo Exhibition, Tokyo American Club, 2022)
• The Aesthetics of Japan: Beautiful Japanese Language Art (Hankyu Hanshin Department Store, Osaka, 2020)
• New Year Calligraphy Demonstration & Exhibition (Hotel AMAN Tokyo, 2019)
【 PUBLICATIONS 】
• Carre MOJI – Works and Interior (Hearst Fujingaho)
• Carre MOJI: Calligraphy You’ll Want to Display (Hearst Fujingaho)
• Give Up on Perfect Penmanship – 10 Tips to Improve in Your Own Way (Byakuya Shobo)
• The Dimensions of the Heart (Star Publishing)
• The Women Loved by Hikaru Genji and Their Fascinating Calligraphy (Star Publishing)
【 SELECTED COLLECTIONS 】
• Hotel AMAN Tokyo – Artworks
• Tokyo Station Hotel SPA TOKIONE – Artworks
• Kenzo Estate Winery Japan – Wine Logo Calligraphy
• Hotel Yokohama Baycourt Club – Restaurant Artworks
• Tokyu Harvest Club Atami Izusan – Artworks
• Nihombashi Takashimaya Department Store – Main Artwork for Kimono Section
• GODIVA Japan Headquarters – Artworks
• Fujingaho magazine – Yearlong Calligraphy & Essay Series
• Japan Post – New Year’s Greeting Campaign
