Black Microbus "To The Mystic Mushroom Forest"

Aya Kakeda taught at Fashion Institute of Technology (NY) for the MFA Illustration Program and School of Visual Arts (NY) for the BFA Illustration Program. She is currently teaching full time at MICA BFA Illustration Program. She also perform workshops and lectures at Universities and Museums. Tomenosuke is a distinguished gallery and shop located in Gero Onsen, a renowned hot spring resort in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Specializing in “artistic toys” or “objets d’art,” Tomenosuke offers a curated selection of designer toys, rare collectibles from international artists and manufacturers, and unique original products. Beyond their physical store, Tomenosuke maintains an online presence, offering their curated selection to a global audience. Their online store features new arrivals, exclusive releases, and information about upcoming collaborations, ensuring that collectors worldwide have access to their distinctive offerings.