Located nearby Zenko-ji Temple – in the city’s historic and quaint Patio Daimon complex – ‘Gallery / Shop Geshi’ is a hidden gem of a gallery and shop that seeks to showcases handmade goods in an stunningly simple old space made new again.

Gallery / Shop Geshi has many attributes but the most striking is the color. The entire space is white and gives the over 100 year old recently renovated warehouse building that clean modern feel. This is contrasted with the imperfections of the building itself and the items on display. Another contrast is the coldness of the white interior with warmth of the items on display. When talking not only about the colors but their use, most of art are household goods exude the warmth of regular home use. The coziness of looking at a nabe, albeit in a cold white space is one of interesting artistic contradictions.

Crafts such as pottery, glassware, and lacquerware; works of art such as stone carvings, wood carvings, and prints; and clothing and jewelry all are on display at this gallery and shop space. The styles of the artists are as varied; from a kimono reuse expert to modern postcard art. Take your time and enjoy the handmade beauty in a clean and reflective white interior.