Kodume Hibino: Sculpting Texture and Narrative Through Textile Art Kodume Hibino, born in Shizuoka, Japan, in 1958, is a Japanese costume artist whose distinctive approach to textile art has garnered international acclaim. Her artistic journey began with studies at Tokyo University of the Arts, where she honed her skills in design and gained invaluable insight into crafting visual narratives through material manipulation—a foundation that would become central to her oeuvre. Hibino’s work transcends mere decoration; it embodies a profound engagement with natural forms and processes. Particul…