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Embracing Culture: The TOKYO Smart Culture Project

The TOKYO Smart Culture Project, spearheaded by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Historical Culture Foundation, aims to digitally preserve cultural resources housed within public cultural facilities in Tokyo. This endeavor opens up new avenues for art appreciation by creating hybrid exhibitions that blend both offline and online experiences.

One of the standout exhibitions associated with this project is titled "Replicating Sensibility: Daido Moriyama" and is organized in collaboration with the Nara Women's University Hase Laboratory. It showcases the works of renowned photographer Daido Moriyama, emphasizing a fresh perspective as interpreted by engineering students from the university. This unique exhibition allows visitors to engage with the art in transformative ways, reimagining the significance and context of Moriyama's celebrated oeuvre.

Besides onsite displays, the exhibition serves as a launchpad for the Tokyo Museum Collection (ToMuCo), an online platform enabling global access to the artwork. This initiative ensures that anyone, anywhere, can appreciate these artworks at their own convenience.

Exhibition Overview

• - Exhibition Title: TOKYO Smart Culture Project - Replicating Sensibility: Daido Moriyama
• - Duration: September 5, 2026 - October 18, 2026
• - Organizing Bodies: Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Arts Council Tokyo, Nara Women's University, Tokyo Photographic Art Museum
• - Special Collaboration: Iriye Taikichi Memorial Nara City Photography Museum, Daido Moriyama Photography Foundation, TOKYO NODE
• - Main Venue: Tokyo Photographic Art Museum, Basement Exhibition Room, 1-13-3 Mita, Meguro City, Tokyo
• - Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Thursdays and Fridays until 8:00 PM), with last entries 30 minutes before closing
• - Closed: All Mondays (open if a holiday and closed the following weekday)
• - Online Venue: Tokyo Museum Collection
• - Admission: Free
• - Special Website: Nara Women's University TSCP
• - Contact: PR Secretariat for “Replicating Sensibility” (MOPS Co., Ltd., Attn: Kimizuka & Nemoto), Tel: 03-6452-9191, E-mail: [email protected]

Fostering Educational and Artistic Collaboration

The exhibition not only showcases artworks but acts as an educational platform where students apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. Students engage dynamically, from investigating the art to curating exhibitions, crafting an immersive learning experience through the lens of contemporary art.

Additionally, the curating students will offer gallery tours, sharing insights into their selection process and the meanings behind the pieces, deepening the visitor’s understanding. Details about these tours will be updated on the special website.

Online Experience and Community Engagement

By providing an online exhibition concurrently with the physical showcase, the TOKYO Smart Culture Project enables a larger audience to connect with art in an accessible manner. Art enthusiasts from various corners of the world can engage with the collection at their leisure, promoting a culture of inclusivity and appreciation for artistic expressions.

About Daido Moriyama

Born in Ikeda City, Osaka, in 1938, Daido Moriyama shifted from designer to photographer in 1964. He has received numerous accolades for his impactful work, including exhibitions at major museums such as the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the Tate Modern in London. His images capture raw, urban life, a testament to the dynamic aspects of Japanese culture.

Daido Moriyama continues to influence contemporary photography and art, and this exhibition aims to highlight his importance while fostering a new generation's critical engagement with art.

Conclusion

The TOKYO Smart Culture Project exemplifies the merging of technology, education, and art culture, paving the way for innovative experiences in how we interact with art. This initiative invites everyone to explore, reflect, and engage with creativity in a world where boundaries are continuously challenged.

We hope to see you at this compelling converging point of tradition and modernity, making art accessible for all. For more information, feel free to visit the provided websites or contact the PR team.