ima_pan
Miniature bread artist
An artist attracting attention both within and outside the industry for exceptional skill honed through a previous career as a baker.
Has loved bread since childhood and worked in bakeries for 17 years.
Also fond of detailed handwork, she became absorbed in the world of "Bread × Miniature" after discovering miniature creation using resin clay.
Since 2021, has devoted full attention to activities as a miniature bread artist.
Pursues the creation of realistic and appetizing works with the unique perspective and attention to detail of a former baker.
Featured in 2022 on the Japanese TV show"Paradise of Life."
Known as a popular artist who has expanded activities to include exhibiting at the Tokyo Handmade Marché and conducting online lessons.
ima_pan, a miniature bread artist whose works, though miniature, deliver surprise to viewers by evoking the aromatic fragrance and taste of freshly baked bread.
During breaks from daily creative activities, she refreshes herself with weekend drives. The inspiration for this artwork emerged from her perspective of cars as "reliable presences" that protect and transport families.
By expressing the car as if enveloped in a bear's form, she depicts her thoughts embedded in the concept of "warm time spent with family" through delicate craftsmanship.
While enjoying the challenge of new expressions, she aims for further technical improvement. She expresses her desire to continue her creative activities with the goal of becoming an artist who can deliver even greater emotional impact to viewers.
MODELLISTA CONCEPT ZERO & MODEKUMA-kun
The MODELLISTA CONCEPT ZERO, a futuristic design based on the bZ4X unveiled at Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, and the popular MODEKUMA-kun character that debuted as merchandise.
This innovative concept and approachable character stimulated ima_pan's creative drive, culminating in a artwork that expresses both the warmth of family and the reliability of automobiles.