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A Stunning Mural of Athlete Haruka Kitaguchi Unveiled in Ginza

As Tokyo gears up for the World Athletics Championships in 2025, a remarkable mural has been brought to life in Ginza by OVER ALLs, an innovative mural art company based in Tokyo. This artistic endeavor features Haruka Kitaguchi, a talented javelin thrower set to compete in the upcoming championships, and incorporates elements from the official field event board used by SEIKO Group for the event.

Athletes consistently push their physical and mental limits, rewriting their personal records and transforming moments of strenuous preparation into extraordinary achievements. Each competition represents not just statistics but narratives that encapsulate their journeys. Through this mural, OVER ALLs aims to preserve these stories as both records and cherished memories, honoring the contributions made by SEIKO in supporting athletes through timekeeping technology.

Overview of the Mural

• - Location: SEIKO HOUSE, 4-5-11 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Exhibition Period: September 8, 2025, to September 21, 2025, until 7 PM
• - Dimensions: Width 6.0m × Height 2.7m
• - Creation Time: 3 days
• - Materials Used: Paint, spray

The mural is a brilliant representation, employing a vibrant yellow that resonates with SEIKO's timekeeping legacy while capturing a pivotal moment in Kitaguchi’s athletic journey. It stands as a testament to the passion and perseverance of athletes who continuously strive for greatness.

Overview of the Art Project

Project Name

Tokyo World Athletics Championships Art Project

Exhibitions

The mural is part of a broader art project spread across multiple locations in Tokyo, each showcasing different athletes:

• - Akasaka Sacas Square (August 14 - September 27) - Featuring Kitaguchi and other renowned athletes like Armand Duplantis and Noah Lyles.
• - ASICS FLAGSHIP HARAJUKU (August 23 - September 21) - Highlighting Kitaguchi and other sprinters like Yoshihide Kiryu.
• - ASICS TOKYO GINZA (August 30 - September 21) - Exhibiting prominent distance runners such as Kimi Tanaka.
• - Honda Welcome Plaza Aoyama (September 10 - September 21) - Featuring marathon athletes like Naoki Koyama.

This diverse exhibition reinforces the collective spirit and dedication of athletes from various disciplines, showcasing awe-inspiring murals that tell their stories.

The Creative Force Behind the Mural

The project is spearheaded by OVER ALLs, under the direction of CEO Gakuto Akazawa, with Yuki Yamamoto serving as the lead artist. Renowned for his victory in the 2018 ART BATTLE JAPAN, Yamamoto passionately believes that murals can empower communities by transforming individuals into storytellers.

The meticulous preparation for the mural involved extensive research into Haruka Kitaguchi’s background and experiences, ensuring that the piece conveys the emotions and stories of the athlete effectively. The resulting artwork embodies the spirit of resilience as well as the hopes and dreams of all aspiring athletes.

OVER ALLs has previously gained acclaim for their impactful works, including murals of baseball stars Yu Darvish and Shohei Ohtani at Escon Field Hokkaido. Their ongoing commitment to social narrative through art has been highlighted across prominent media outlets such as “Jounetsu Tairiku,” “news zero,” and “WBS (World Business Satellite).”

For more information about OVER ALLs, visit their website at OVER ALLs Website or check their Instagram page @overalls_art to see more stunning artworks and updates.

The mural symbolizes a monumental connection between art, athletics, and technological advancement, destined to inspire visitors and fans alike as Tokyo prepares for its world-class debut on the global stage in 2025.