TOKYO | SOLO EXHIBITION 舘鼻則孝「RETHINK」展 KOSAKU KANECHIKA
This special exhibition presents works by Noritaka Tatehana that are concurrently featuring in the online exhibition “EDO TOKYO RETHINK,” an event organized by the city of Tokyo to exhibit new works with a focus on traditional crafts and industries of Edo era Tokyo. Noritaka Tatehana’s initial inspiration came from his re-evaluation of past Japanese culture. In “RETHINK,” he shows new works that result from a reinterpretation of traditional crafts and industries of Edo era Tokyo.
About the “EDO TOKYO RETHINK” online exhibition
The “Edo Tokyo Kirari Project” seeks to refine technologies and products rooted in the traditions of Edo Tokyo and broadcast them to the world. It has commissioned globally-renowned contemporary artist Noritaka Tatehana to direct the online exhibition “EDO TOKYO RETHINK.” For this exhibition, craftsmen in traditional Tokyo industries work in collaboration with Noritaka Tatehana. Their collaborative projects are released online, featuring images and video of their display in the Marquis Hosokawa Mansion, a Tokyo Cultural Heritage Property in the grounds of Wakeijuku. The exhibited works explore the theme of modern reinterpretations of traditional Japanese culture, otherwise referred to as “RETHINK,” Tatehana’s unique creative process. Tatehana’s artworks highlight the charms and values of Japanese traditional industries through a contemporary approach.
https://edotokyorethink.metro.tokyo.lg.jp
General information
Exhibition
Noritaka Tatehana "RETHINK"
Dates
March 6 - April 3, 2021
Hours
11 am - 6 pm
Closed on Sun, Mon and National Holidays
Location
KOSAKU KANECHIKA
TERRADA Art Complex 5F
1-33-10 Higashi-Shinagawa
Shinagawa-ku
Tokyo
140-0002
+81(0)3-6712-3346
kosakukanechika.com
Free admission