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Sayoko Kitai was awarded the Yellow Ribbon Medal and granted an audience with His Majesty the Emperor (November 12, 2025). We are pleased to announce that Sayoko Kitai has been awarded the Yellow Ribbon Medal in recognition of her outstanding skills in the field of three-dimensional embroidery. On November 12, 2025, I received the official certificate and medal at Hotel New Otani, followed by the great honor of an audience with His Majesty the Emperor at the Imperial Palace, Hōmeiden Hall. I was deeply honored to receive gracious words from His Majesty, making the day one of profound emotion and gratitude beyond what words can express. I was also humbly […]

Sayoko’s three-dimensional embroidery has been honored with the Modern Master Craftsman Award, recognizing excellence in skilled craftsmanship in Japan! Sayoko Kitai of Three-Dimensional Embroidery Sayoko has been honored with the prestigious Modern Master Craftsman Award, recognizing Japan’s top skilled professionals. On November 11, the Modern Master Craftsman Award Ceremony for 2024 was held at the RIHGA Royal Hotel Tokyo.

Sayoko’s three-dimensional butterfly art jewelry has won an award at the American International Innovative Design Award 2024! November 3, 2024 Sayoko’s three-dimensional butterflies have been recognized at the American International Innovative Design Award 2024! In the Professional Award category for Cultural and Creative Products,the Helena Morpho Butterfly received the Silver Award,and the Hua Xian Butterfly was honored with the Innovation Award.

Sayoko’s three-dimensional butterfly art jewelry has won an award at the ARCHITECTURE MADRID AWARDS 2024! October 30, 2024 Sayoko’s three-dimensional butterfly art jewelry has been honored at the ARCHITECTURE MADRID AWARDS 2024! In the Professional Award category for Cultural and Creative Products,the Green Lyre Butterfly and Leafwing Butterfly each received the Silver Award.