Experience Art and Peace at the Kobe Rokko Meets Art Festival 2025

This year, NAKED, INC., led by artist Ryotaro Muramatsu, will participate in the prestigious modern art festival, Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2025 beyond. This much-anticipated night event, titled 'Hikari no Mori: An Artistic Walk at Night', will be held at the stunning Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden from September 20 to November 30, every weekend and holiday.

Bridging Nature and Art

The event will unveil 'DANDELION PROJECT', an interactive art installation that meshes the beauty of nature with a shared desire for peace. Visitors will be able to engage with this project by blowing on a dandelion-shaped art object, which releases digital seeds carrying their wishes for peace into the world.

As the light displays inspired by local flora, such as the Chinguruma, shimmer around the rock garden, the evening will transform into a mesmerizing spectacle of lasers and ambient light. It is more than just an art experience; it invites participants to reflect and share their hopes for tranquility.

About the DANDELION PROJECT

Created by Ryotaro Muramatsu, the DANDELION PROJECT has previously traveled to 65 locations worldwide, including cities like Paris, San Francisco, Shanghai, and Kyoto. This year, it was part of the G7 Hiroshima Summit's official program, further showcasing its global significance. Through the simple act of blowing on the dandelion, attendees can contribute their personal messages of peace, which will digitally disseminate across borders.

Profile of Ryotaro Muramatsu

Ryotaro Muramatsu, the visionary behind this project, is not only the founder of NAKED, INC. but also serves as a visiting professor at Osaka University of Arts and as the branding director for Achi Village in Nagano Prefecture. Since establishing NAKED in 1997, he has spearheaded numerous projects encompassing various genres, including visual media, spatial design, and regional revitalization. His artistic endeavors have also received recognition at international film festivals.

In 2018, he began concentrating on personal artistic pursuits, exhibiting works internationally. His enduring commitment to fostering peace through art is encapsulated in the DANDELION PROJECT, uniting people across the globe through creative expression.

Event Details of Hikari no Mori

- Event Name: Hikari no Mori – An Artistic Walk at Night
- Featured Artists: Ryotaro Muramatsu/NAKED, INC., Masataka Takahashi, Yasuaki Kagi
- Venue: ROKKO Forest Sound Museum, Rokko Alpine Botanical Garden
- Event Dates: September 20 - November 30, 2025 (Weekends and Holidays)
- Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Ticket Price:

- Adult (Grades 7 and up):
- Early bird: ¥1,600
- Advance: ¥1,750
- Last-minute: ¥1,800
- Web discount: ¥1,850
- At the mountain entrance: ¥1,900
- Child (Ages 4 - Elementary School): ¥950
- Free entry for children under 3
- A separate 'Day Pass’ is required to visit the daytime events.

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact the Kobe Rokko Meets Art Desk at:

- Phone: 078-891-0048 (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM on weekdays until the event)
- Email: [email protected]

Additional Links

- Official Kobe Rokko Meets Art 2025 Beyond: Website
- Special page for Hikari no Mori: Hikari no Mori Page

About NAKED, INC.

Founded in 1997 by Ryotaro Muramatsu, NAKED, INC. is a creative company committed to 'Core Creative, Total Creation, and Borderless Creativity'. Its multifaceted projects span art, entertainment, culture, education, and urban experiences, continuously blending the real and virtual worlds. Notable projects include 'NAKED FLOWERS' exhibitions and major events like 'TOKYO HIKARI VISION' at Tokyo Station.

Explore more about NAKED at their official website or connect with them on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.