Riyoo Kim, ceramic artist

Today, Riyoo Kim, a ceramic artist is taking us to "Spiral", a multi-purpose cultural center situated in Omotesando, where he is helding an exhibition. Various exhibitions, salons and other contemporary art projects are held there. Riyoo Kim studied ceramics of the Jomon and Yayoi eras. What is fascinating about ceramics is that it can last for more than fifteen thousand years if buried. What has been made by the hands of humans who lived fifteen thousand years ago still remains today. Riyoo Kim would also like to leave a message to future generations, using ceramics. In this episode, is introducing to us the "Arts Of Jomon" exhibition. The Jomon era is the starting point of Japanese antic culture. It span is over ten thousand years, with no wars or human disasters. The era is famous for its Jomon ceramics which characteristic is the use spiral shapes. Riyoo Kim is presenting his work but also other artist's work, such as Takeya Takayuki's, a figurine sculptor. Takeya Takayuki created a Dogū clay figure with eyes shaped like googles. He is also introducing us to the work of Mr. Ifūrai, a reknown ceramist. We are also discovering the Spiral shop with Riyoo Kim where the item selection is all under the theme of "intemporal design". You can appreciate various aspects of Japanese craftsmanship. It is the perfect place for visitors to find a nice souvenir. In the Spiral center, there is a cafe and a mezzanine floor where you can relax while admiring the view over Omotesando.

Release Date: 2014-12-26
Seasons: 1 2 3
TMDb: 0.0/10
  • Country: JP
  • Language: 日本語

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