The Origins of Edo Ball

Edo Ball began as a personal exploration — a way to fuse two lifelong passions: basketball and Japanese art. What started in 2013 with a single illustration soon grew into a vast body of work that reimagines the sport through a cultural and mythological lens. The name itself blends “Edo” (江戸), the old name for Tokyo, and “Ball” (球), representing the heart of the game.

Each artwork is crafted with intention — from brushstroke to backstory — drawing inspiration from samurai lore, geisha culture, modern basketball legends, and streetball dreams. This series is more than a visual tribute to the game — it’s a narrative universe shaped by history, memory, and motion.

Edo Ball isn’t just art about basketball. It’s a world built from it.

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From Concept To Creation

Behind the Basketball Art of Edo Ball

Every piece in the Edo Ball world starts with a spark — a moment, a motion, a myth. Each artwork is shaped through detailed sketching, narrative development, and a deep respect for both basketball and traditional Japanese aesthetics.

Whether drawn by hand or digitally illustrated, the focus is always on capturing energy — the movement of players, the symbolism of sport, and the story behind every stroke. What begins as a loose sketch evolves into a fully developed visual world, layered with texture, meaning, and cultural connection.

This is the foundation of Edo Ball basketball art: where creativity, mythology, and motion meet.


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Crafting The Collection

Edo Ball Prints, Jerseys, and Collectables

Once the artwork is complete, the story doesn’t stop at the screen. Each piece — whether it’s a fine art print, a basketball jersey, a book, or apparel — is carefully designed to carry the spirit of Edo Ball into the real world.

From premium art prints to limited-edition basketball clothing, the collection is a physical extension of the visual world. These aren’t just products — they’re storytelling objects: something you can hold, wear, or display.

Whether it’s an Edo Ball jersey or a gallery-quality art print, each item is crafted with quality, intention, and respect for both the culture and the game.


Edo Ball basketball jerseys have been worn by a range of collectors and fans — including appearances on Kevin Garnett and Adam Sandler — each bringing the story into real-world settings.
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Shared By The Game

Edo Ball Basketball Art Worn and Collected

Over the years, Edo Ball has reached people who understand what it’s about — not just the visuals, but the feeling behind them. It’s been shared by athletes who live the rhythm of the court, creatives who appreciate the details, and fans who see the blend of culture and the game in each piece. It’s never been about noise — just honest connection.

Nothing forced. No spotlight. Just the work moving the way it’s meant to — passed on, worn in, framed up.


The project has also been part of major public events, including installations at the NBA Japan Games and exhibitions in museums like MAK Gallery.
Artwork from Edo Ball displayed at MAK Gallery and NBA Japan Games

The Game On Display

Edo Ball Installations in Galleries and NBA Events

Edo Ball has been showcased around the world — in design museums, gallery walls, and immersive public installations like the NBA Japan Games. Seeing the work at scale changes the experience. The details stand taller, the atmosphere deepens, and the world behind the art becomes something you can step into.

It’s a privilege to bring the world of Edo Ball into public space — to create moments where people can explore the characters, stories, and energy of the game up close. These aren’t just exhibitions. They’re invitations to enter the world, walk through the art, and feel its presence at full scale.

EXHIBITION & INSTALLATION

- NBA Japan Games 2022, Tokyo, Japan, October 2022 — 8 Large scale Edo Ball Artwork installations for the NBA Japan Games opening ceremony

- Museum of Applied Arts, Vienna, Austria, 2019-2020 — 42 Edo Ball Artworks for the UKIYOENOW & Kuniyoshi exhibition

- NBA Japan Games 2019, Tokyo, Japan, 8 & 10 October 2019 — 4 Large scale Edo Ball Artwork installations for the NBA Japan Games opening ceremony

- NBA New York HQ, New York, USA, 2019-present — 12 Edo Ball Artwork installations throughout the commissioners New York offices