kei harada exhibits 1,200 rice bowls from the town of hasami

kei harada exhibits 1,200 rice bowls from the town of hasami
all images courtesy of kei harada

the town of hasami in nagasaki prefecture of southwestern japan is known for its porcelain production from historical times. paying homage to this significance, kei harada has created an exhibition that displays 1,200 rice bowls.

the town of hasami in nagasaki prefecture of southwestern japan is known for its porcelain production

each dish presents a unique color and design that exhibits the creative principles deployed by the craftsmen of the town. they are laid atop numerous box-like foundations which imitate the iconic agricultural landscape of the famous terraced rice paddies.

each dish presents a unique color and design

the aim of this installation was to combine these two icons of the town in a visual representation. each of the supporting volumes differ in size and height, making it functional for transportation and recreation in other venues.

each of the supporting volumes differ in size and height

each pathway branches off of the main circulation route along the left side of the space

each box has its own distinct height

example of the terraced rice paddies

plan

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