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120*180mm | 50p | 2024 | Enveloped book with all pages included

I once thought that unspoken feelings, when left unattended, don't mature—they spoil.
This project began with the hope that these unsent emotions could transform into messages addressed to past versions of myself, to certain moments, to those I've loved, or to anyone who might receive them. I also wanted the title of this book to carry a sense of contradiction: that by being read, it defies its own premise. If these feelings can reach someone—anyone—then perhaps they won't remain stagnant or decay. From this idea, I envisioned a book structured like a collection of letters, utilizing envelopes and postcards to effectively convey this concept. In essence, this book is a kind of postcard book—a mailbox for hidden sentiments and unsent letters.

Each page of the book is an envelope. I manually punched holes in every envelope and bound them together. Inside each envelope, I placed a postcard. Just as my thoughts and illustrations fill the content, I wanted the physical form of the book to be imbued with my personal touch. The book is bound with bookbinding screws, allowing it to be disassembled if desired. I also considered that you might tuck personal items between the envelopes or store their own feelings inside them.

Given the labor-intensive nature of this project, and the emotional investment it required, I decided to create only 100 copies. On the back of the band wrapped around the cover, I inscribed edition numbers from 1 to 100. I hope each of these 100 books will be filled with unique stories and love.

I encourage you to open random pages, as if receiving a letter at that moment. Of course, reading in order is fine too, but I hope you won't feel constrained. Approach it as if you're peeking into hidden feelings or checking the mailbox with anticipation.
I created this with the thought that some postcards might be messages you'd want to share with others. If certain passages resonate with you, or if there are sentences you'd like to convey, please write them as letters to someone. I hope you'll personalize the book in your own way. Perhaps the true completion of this book lies in these 100 copies, each filled with our cherished emotions.

When you open the final envelope, you'll find a blank postcard.
I intentionally left it empty, accompanied by the sentence:
"May it be the letter you never forget to send."
I hope you'll fill it with your unspoken feelings and send it, rather than letting it remain hidden or forgotten. Of course, you're welcome to send a reply to me as well. I'll make sure to read each one carefully. For you, the most important page might be the very last one.

The moment I decided to materialize this into a physical book, I realized that in the process of editing and refining my writing, my sincerity might have already been processed. Writing letters or essays is, in a way, about editing our feelings into beautiful expressions. I wanted to articulate love and emotions more gracefully, to embrace them more tightly. Sometimes, this leads to unintended embellishments or adaptations; other times, I hope nothing is altered, preserving the rawness.

Regardless, everything tends to fade over time. It's always a challenge—and a precious endeavor—to determine how best to preserve and convey these fading elements. I aimed to fill this work with gentle words, reflecting the love and kindness I've received, and the warmth I wish to share and embody. Though it may fall short, I created it with that aspiration.

Some have asked,
"Are these all unsent letters?" or "Are they directed at someone specific?"

To that, I explain:
Sometimes, they're messages to my past self or reflections on certain moments.
They can be letters to the future, anonymous messages, or sentences without a clear recipient. They encompass words for those I've loved and those I love now, heartfelt messages for family and friends. Through these letters and this book, I hope to foster more letters, becoming a warmer and kinder person.

I also wanted the title of this book to embody various 'contradictions' when read. Every sentence, every piece of writing and illustration, represents different forms of love—the exchange of feelings, the response to affection, the desire to convey sincerity. Paradoxically, it weaves together both unspoken and intended emotions. I still hold these feelings dearly and warmly, hoping that as readers uncover these hidden letters, they transform into new expressions of love.

117*170mm | 34p | 2024

A small zine about the objects and souvenirs I’ve collected from my travels—some believed to bring good luck, others simply held onto for the comfort they offer. These items, whether gifted, found, or chosen, have become quiet guardians of my memories. Each piece carries a fragment of a moment, a place, or a feeling I wanted to keep close. In their smallness, they hold a certain tenderness. This is a quiet collection of the things that have stayed with me, and kept me safe.

210*297mm | 12p | 2024

2025 calendar is a collection of drawings from our daily lives and travels throughout the year, designed to capture a time and a scene. I hope the colorful drawings will brighten up your space and life. It's bound as a poster book, ready to be torn out, glued, or hung.

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