Things that used to have value. Things we loved and cherished. Things that we spent time with, things that lifted us up. But in the course of time, they are forgotten and discarded…
In this work, clothes and industrial waste that were once needed but have become waste for various reasons are given a new value and their beauty is rediscovered. By assimilating them into the beautiful nature of Rokko, these discarded products regain their former glory and are transformed into beautiful works of art in the rich natural environment. It is estimated that 1 million tonnes of clothing are disposed of annually in Japan. The aim of this work is to make people think about the environment and to remind them of the beauty of Japan’s nature and the importance of limited resources. Visitors to Rokko will be able to admire the beauty of the photographs as well as the artworks, and develop a new interest in the landscape of Rokko, where the photographs were taken. I hope you will enjoy the photographs, find the places where they were taken and think about the theme.
