(Introduction by Original Designer)

We are happy to announce the release of TOBUNKEN (Institute for Advanced Studies on Asia) original clear files. The designer, Keiko TSUJI (http://www.tsujikeiko.com), is known for her paper cutout art. Her work was featured in the opening image of the NHK morning drama series Toto Nee chan. Digital design was by Tomoko WATANABE.

Keiko TSUJI picked up several artifacts from our archaeological collection. The oldest artifact is a cow shoulder bone with carved scripts. Humorous wooden statues are from Turpan, Xinjian region of China. The original TOBUNKEN clear files are available for sale at the COOP shop just behind the Yasuda Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo.

Why do not you take the TOBUNKEN clear file for your philosophical walk in Hongo? Our model is Dr Kazuo MORIMOTO.