Collaborative Initiatives for the "Symbiosis: Island Life" Display
The Setouchi Region, a captivating area in Western Japan, is set to take centre stage in an upcoming travel-related webinar hosted by JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles. This webinar, titled "Explore Setouchi | Destination for Arts and Nature", offers valuable insights into the region's remarkable arts, nature, and itinerary planning, making it an ideal resource for art lovers, nature enthusiasts, and thoughtful itinerary planners alike.
Set to take place on May 24, 2023, the webinar will be led by Rose Lifschitz from the Japan National Tourism Organization. It will delve into the Setouchi Region, a picturesque area connected by the Seto Inland Sea, and provide practical planning advice for those considering a visit.
One of the region's most renowned cultural initiatives is the Benesse Art Site Naoshima, which spans islands like Naoshima, Teshima, and Inujima. Here, contemporary art, architecture, and natural landscapes seamlessly blend, creating a unique and immersive experience. The Naoshima New Museum of Art, designed by world-famous architect Tadao Ando, stands as a central attraction, enhancing the artistic appeal of the area with innovative designs that harmonize with the environment.
The region's islands and coastal environment are not only scenically beautiful but also ecologically significant. Online content related to art and ecology on Inujima Island, which is part of the Setouchi region, is also featured to provide travelers with a deeper understanding of the area's natural heritage and sustainable practices.
The exhibition "Symbiosis: Living Island" further celebrates and transports visitors to the Inujima Island in Japan. The exhibition is on view at JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles from May 1, 2023, to July 5, 2023. Walk-ins are invited, and additional exhibition-related programs will be announced soon. The gallery for the exhibition is open daily from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Mon. - Fri.) and 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Sat. - Sun.).
Our website Los Angeles, part of an innovative, worldwide project with three hubs - London, Los Angeles, and São Paulo - conceived by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, offers a place of new discovery that transcends physical and conceptual boundaries. The purpose of our website is to nurture a deeper understanding and appreciation of Japan in the international community.
Registration for the webinar can be found on our website Los Angeles. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the interplay between art, nature, and travel logistics in the Setouchi Region.
- The upcoming webinar "Explore Setouchi | Destination for Arts and Nature", hosted by JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles, will offer insights into the Setouchi Region's design, events, and lifestyle.
- Setouchi Region's Benesse Art Site Naoshima, a collection of islands, is renowned for its blend of contemporary art, culture, and architecture.
- The Naoshima New Museum of Art, designed by Tadao Ando, is a central attraction in the Benesse Art Site Naoshima, enhancing the artistic appeal of the area with its innovative designs.
- In addition to its scenic beauty, the Setouchi Region's islands and coastal environment are ecologically significant, with initiatives like those on Inujima Island focusing on art and ecology to promote sustainable practices.
- The exhibition "Symbiosis: Living Island" at JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles, on display from May 1, 2023, to July 5, 2023, celebrates Inujima Island's culture, food, and tradition, giving viewers a glimpse into the island's unique community.
- Our website Los Angeles, part of a global project, aims to nurture a deeper understanding and appreciation of Japan in the international community, showcasing various aspects of Japan, including art, culture, and lifestyle.
- Registration for the Setouchi Region-focused webinar can be found on our website Los Angeles, providing a valuable opportunity for art lovers, nature enthusiasts, and thoughtful itinerary planners to learn about travel logistics in the region.
