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NATURE
Hokkaido, the northern most island of Japan, is known for its exceptional natural beauty: active volcanoes, hot springs, forests, and dramatic coastal scenery. Nature is heavily depicted in Japanese culture and art expression.
“Castle of the Eye ‘90” by Minoru Niizuma (Granite)
A tower of four large blocks with “eyes” and notched surfaces cast different shadows as the sunlight hits them throughout the day.
“Organ No 10” by Kakuo Tatehata (Bronze)
The curved and polished form of the sculpture gives the impression of some cellular tissue or a heavily eroded shape, a “contrast between organic and inorganic and between natural and artificial”. (Quoted from the Sapporo Sculpture Garden Quick Guide) to Appreciating the Sculptures)
“Different Space” by Haruyuki Uchida (Stainless steel, magnet, etc)
The inverted triangle is balanced on its point without touching the red frame surrounding it, thanks to the force of magnetic repulsion.