2024.01 / Jomon Echoes in the Anthropocene at NANZUKA 2G in Tokyo

Jomon Echoes in the Anthropocene at NANZUKA 2G in Tokyo Part 1: 19th January (Fri.) – 11th February (Sun.), 2024 Part 2: 16th February (Fri), 2024 – 10th March (Sun.), 2024 Cureted by AKIINOUE Hailing from Hiroshima, Okazaki draws inspiration from the history and nature of his hometown. He describes his artistic process as a ritualistic and prayerful act, paying homage to the history and nature that surround him. The “JOMONJOMON” series presented in this exhibition takes its roots from the ancient Jomon period, spanning approximately ten thousand years. The works evoke the Jomon pottery created by people of that era, characterized by undulating curves and intricate decorations. The symmetrical forms resonate with the order and willpower embodied by the iconic Torii gate of the Itsukushima Shrine, a familiar sight from Okazaki’s childhood. While incorporating contemporary materials, the structures enveloping the air symbolize the spirit of Jomon in the Anthropocene era, embodying prayers that persist against ongoing wars, illnesses, and natural disasters.