About Ki-Chu New York

Translating the quiet elegance of Japanese traditions into modern experiences.

Our Philosophy

Rooted in the philosophy of Ki-Chu “其中”— meaning “everything is within” — our mission is to bring peace and mindfulness into modern life through the quiet elegance of Japanese traditions.
Each experience celebrates the beauty of imperfection, the art of stillness, and the harmony between people, objects, and space.

Founder

Kumiko Jistukawa （Cultural Visionary & Curator of Japanese Artistry)

Born in Yokohama and based in New York since 2001, Kumiko trained in design at Musashino Art University and the New York School of Interior Design.
As a designer at L’Observatoire International, she contributed to projects including Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s flagship restaurant, Shibui Spa at the Greenwich Hotel, and the One57 penthouse — cultivating a refined sense of light and atmosphere.

Inspired by her heritage, she founded Ki-Chu New York to translate the quiet elegance and spirituality of Japanese artistry into modern experiences that awaken stillness, beauty, and harmony.

A woman in a traditional green kimono with a white collar, smiling at a dinner party, surrounded by wine glasses and candlelight, in a beautifully decorated room.