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CHITOSE, Japan, March 10, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

- The Agency for Cultural Affairs presents "CULTURE GATE to JAPAN"

On February 22, 2021, the Agency for Cultural Affairs opened a new art exhibit

at New Chitose Airport as part of their "CULTURE GATE to JAPAN" initiative.

Artworks by the creative group NAKED, INC. are exhibited at the airport, as

well as on the web, with the aim of promoting the appeals of Japanese culture

and sharing it with the world.

<New Chitose Airport Event Overview>

The theme of the exhibit at the New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido is "INVISIBLE".

The creative company NAKED, INC., which specializes in infusing spaces with a

variety of media elements to create fresh experiences, is exhibiting works

based on the theme of Ainu culture.

The Ainu are the indigenous people native to Hokkaido, the Tohoku region of

Japan, and eastern Russia. They maintain a distinctive culture characterized by

deep gratitude and reverence toward the nature found in the bitterly cold

climate in their areas. The Ainu people's rich spiritual world has been passed

on to the present day through songs, dances, and stories in the Ainu language,

completely distinct from the Japanese language.

NAKED, INC. has created sound-based artworks that convey the culture and spirit

of the Ainu people, which have been passed down from generation to generation

through the oral traditions of language and music.

In addition, beginning at the end of March, visitors will be able to enhance

their experience using the smartphone in their pocket by enjoying the sound and

light installation with the aid of an augmented reality (AR) app.

Period: February 22, 2021~

Location: New Chitose Airport

Domestic Terminal 1 Entrance, Floor 1

Entrance fee: Free

Theme: INVISIBLE

Title: Imagine ainu

Artist: Creative Company NAKED, INC

NAKED, INC. is a creative company founded by MURAMATSU Ryotaro and other

directors, designers, and writers in 1997. Its mission is to generate fresh

experiences and new value in every scene of life, from art, entertainment and

culture to tradition, education, music, urban spaces, food, and sports.

Beginning in February of 2021, the Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of

Japan launched an innovative cultural promotion project called "CULTURE GATE to

JAPAN".  Held at seven airports across Japan as well as the Tokyo International

Cruise Terminal, artists and creators active in the field of Media Arts exhibit

artworks inspired by the unique culture of each area with the goal of

communicating the broader appeal of Japanese culture.

The global effects of the novel coronavirus have made it difficult to meet new

people and experience new cultures in person.  However, that should not

interrupt the exchange of art, ideas, and culture. Through this project, we

hope to continue providing people around the world with the same sense of

wonder and joy felt when encountering a new culture.

Organizer: Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan          

Official Website: https://culture-gate.jp/  

Exhibit at New Chitose Airport: https://culture-gate.jp/exhibition/invisible

The "CULTURE GATE to JAPAN" PR is managed by wondertrunk & co. Inc.

SOURCE: Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan CULTURE GATE to JAPAN

Initiative

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