HITOMI NARIAI
Born in 1992. Graduated from the Faculty of Environment and Information Studies, Keio University.
Using materials such as mohair and alpaca—traditionally found in classic teddy bears—textile-based sculptural works are created through a personal approach.
Starting from hand-molded clay prototypes, all stages of the process—from pattern making and sewing to dyeing and crafting parts—are carried out by hand.
Each piece is finished with a sculptural sensibility and refined to maintain a beautiful form from every angle, with subtle attention paid to the flow and texture of the fur.
Inspiration comes not only from real animals, but also from imaginary creatures found in films and stories.
At the same time, the foundation of the work lies in the sensory memories of touching animals or elements of nature.
The process explores how those intangible impressions—memories and feelings—can quietly take form.
Exhibition
2024
Un petit peu… (group exhibition) — Roppongi Tsutaya Books, Tokyo, Japan
2023
Fluffy Sculpture Exhibition (solo exhibition) — JULY TREE, Tokyo, Japan
-HITOMI NARIAI- fluffy sculptor (solo exhibition) — Yokohama Doll Museum, Kanagawa, Japan
Commissioned Work
2023
Sweet My Home (film) — Stuffed toy production featured in the film
Reiraku (film) — Stuffed toy production featured in the film
2022
Little Woman (3rd album by Mizuki Ohira) — Stuffed toy production featured on the album cover
“33year old ending note” (music video by Mizuki Ohira) — Stuffed toy production featured in the video
∞ Zokki (TV series) — Stuffed toy production featured in the series
2021
“How many” / “HOLIDAY (feat. Michael Kaneko)” / “DARJEELING” / “TOMAWARI” (singles by Mizuki Ohira) — Stuffed toy production featured on jacket covers
“TOMAWARI” (official lyric music video by Mizuki Ohira) — Stuffed toy production featured in the video
Zokki (film) — Mascot stuffed toy production featured in the film
2020
Rajit-kun (official mascot of FM NACK5 radio station) — Stuffed toy production
2019
UNDERCOVER × OFF-WHITE capsule collection (visual campaign) — Stuffed toy production featured in campaign visuals