Madoka Kohno
cyberNamunamu -ATAMI-
Atami, a complex and expressive city abundant with hot springs, is influenced by Mount Hakone and the Izu Peninsula. “cyberNamunamu” has previously focused on the fusion of Buddhist art and technological art. For this project, we will utilize Shizuoka prefecture’s 3D city data, “VIRTUAL SHIZUOKA,” to explore new forms of expression in Atami—a place where nature and history breathe life into the surroundings. Immerse yourself in this innovative art that interweaves data and Buddhist art, creating a unique and captivating experience.
◆Special Program “META ATAMI -Story of Artificial Technoscape-”
“META ATAMI – Story of Artificial Technoscape” is an art program that explores, from a trans-artistic perspective, the relationship between technology and nature, reality and virtuality, past and future, and humans and non-humans. It juxtaposes technoscapes (technological landscapes) left in Atami with the elements of landscapes (natural landscapes) such as local resources, environment, and history.
The five invited artists will each depict the multi-layered aspects of Atami through various technological approaches, such as AI, VR/AR, and social media. Their reinterpretations will engage with the Izu Peninsula’s geological formation created a million years ago by the collision with the Philippine Sea Plate, the scattered Jomon-era ruins, Buddhist art, the activities of people in a tourist destination, and even the sound of waves that can be heard in Atami today.
We invite you to experience the vision of Atami, as it emerges from the intersection of technology and time.
META ATAMI – Story of Artificial Technoscape
Director: Kenta Torimoto
Curator: Rio Yoshida
Participating Artists: Damjanski / Kazuki Takakura / Madoka Kohno / Mikiji / NIINOMI
Born in Hiroshima in 1984. I was diagnosed with ADHD and struggled with depression and manic states. In 2018, I came across “Techno Dharma” on YouTube and was drawn into its vision. Listening to it everyday I feel relieved and started thinking about sharing this blessing with others. It was then I founded “Cyber Namunamu,” a fusion of Buddhist art and technology art, using AR, VR, AI and other technologies to work with many creators and bring inspiration to people through their work.
