Japanese female artist and founder of Studio UAMOU, Ayako Takagi, is collaborating with art unit The little hut to launch her solo exhibition "SHADOW" on August 30, 2025! Our Toy Expedition Team is thrilled to be on-site to participate and get a glimpse into the inner world of Takagi-sensei's iconic character, UAMOU.
"SHADOW" Ayako Takagi Solo Exhibition
日期 / Date：2025/08/30 - 2025/09/14
時間 / Time：14:00 - 20:00
(週一公休 / Close on every Monday)
地點 / Add：The Little Hut
台北市敦化南路一段161巷73號 / No.73, Lane 161, Sec. 1, Dun Hua S. Rd., Taipei
"The following is official information from The Little Hut"
About Ayako Takagi:
Born in Taito-ku, Tokyo, after graduating from Camberwell College of Arts in the UK, she returned to Japan to establish "Studio Uamou," continuously developing her iconic character UAMOU—an innocent and kind alien boy from a distant planet, who embarks on various adventures with his best friend Boo. Although Uamou has no mouth, he communicates telepathically through his antenna-like horns, depicting communication and connection in a silent world with rich emotion and understanding.
She loves collecting British and French antiques, especially 18th-19th century jewelry and miniature objects, drawing inspiration from them. These time-consuming and meticulously handcrafted objects have influenced her pursuit of craftsmanship, emotion, and the longevity of creation, permeating her artistic language.
This exhibition will feature a series of new creations themed "SHADOW." "SHADOW" is a dark monster born from UAMOU's heart.
As sadness and unease quietly accumulate, negative emotions slowly swell and deform, eventually becoming a daunting shadow that in turn entangles oneself. In this internal struggle, UAMOU does not shy away but chooses to confront vulnerability and fear directly. This story is a journey of self-reconciliation, growth through scars, and ultimately moving towards light. The exhibition will showcase various creative forms: paintings with delicate emotional brushstrokes, ceramics with a handcrafted warmth, and uniquely styled soft vinyl toys, among others. Additionally, new works specially created for this exhibition by Ayako Takagi's father, Mr. Minoru Takagi, a craftsman skilled in gem setting, will also be displayed.
Everyone is welcome to step into UAMOU's inner world and witness the glimmer of light emerging from the shadows.
