Archive · 28 Sep 2026
Collector Brings Japanese Vintage Objects and Cultural Connections to Hyderabad
Abhinav collects old objects from Japan and shares them with people in India.
He says these objects remind him of things he saw in his grandparents’ homes.
Some Japanese traditions look similar to Indian ones.
For example, Hina dolls are displayed in ways that remind him of Navratri and Golu dolls.
Japanese fans also remind him of fans made from palm and coconut leaves in India.
His collection includes dolls, dishes, teapots, clothing, fans and other objects.
He wants people to understand how these things were made and use them in daily life.
He believes art and objects can help people from different cultures connect.
Cherish Vintage Finds will present its Japanese vintage collection at JOY in Hyderabad on October 11.
Co-founder Abhinav Vinayakh Shankarnarayanan connects Japanese objects with Indian traditions such as Navratri, Golu dolls, kolams and pookalams.
The collection includes Hina and Kokeshi dolls, Japanese porcelain, teapots, teacups, fans, Furoshiki cloths, Ikebana vases, kimonos and obi belts.
Abhinav emphasizes the craftsmanship, preservation and stories behind the objects, encouraging people to use them rather than only display them.
The collection previously received strong responses in Hyderabad and at Japan Habba in Bengaluru, selling out at both appearances.
- Who
- Cherish Vintage Finds co-founders Abhinav Vinayakh Shankarnarayanan and Sundhar Sankar.
- What
- They are bringing a collection of Japanese vintage objects to Hyderabad.
- When
- October 11.
- Where
- Cyber Gardens, Hitec City, Hyderabad, as part of JOY - Japan Opportunities for Youth.
- Why
- To share Japanese craftsmanship and traditions, draw connections with Indian culture, and encourage cultural exchange through art and collecting.
- Event
- JOY - Japan Opportunities for Youth
- Date
- October 11
- Venue
- Cyber Gardens, Hitec City, Hyderabad
- Collection
- Hina Matsuri dolls, Kokeshi dolls, Arita and Imari porcelain, Tokoname teapots, Yunomi teacups, fans, Furoshiki cloths, Ikebana vases, kimonos, obi belts and other collectibles
- New offering
- Small clutches made from vintage kimono silk
- Previous Hyderabad response
- The collection nearly sold out during its first appearance
- Other event response
- The collection sold out before Japan Habba in Bengaluru ended