The Kubota Collection

The Kubota Collection celebrates the masterpieces of acclaimed kimono artist Itchiku Kubota & his museum with support from the International Chodiev Foundation (ICF).

Itchiku Kubota, (1917-2003) is considered one of the most important Japanese textile artists of the 20th century. He rediscovered a traditional Japanese dyeing technique, called tsujigahana, which allowed him to create an exceptional body of artistic kimono. These kimono are exquisite works of art and are frequently exhibited both in Japan & abroad, where they continue to gather accolades.

When the collection was on the verge of being sold in 2011 due to a lack of available finance, Dr Patokh Chodiev rescued them & the Itchiku Kubota Museum to preserve them for posterity. There are 104 Kimono in the collection, which were created by the artist over four decades. 

Since 2013, The International Chodiev Foundation has organised & sponsored exhibitions of the kimono around the world, bringing their beauty to new audiences.