Japan Media Arts Distributed Museum Office opens exhibition at 10 locations

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6 (Bernama) -- Japan Media Arts Distributed Museum Office has opened the ‘Japan Media Arts Distributed Museum’ exhibition at approximately 10 locations, including airports, in Japan.

The exhibition is part of a new initiative funded by International Tourist Taxes by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan.

As the first endeavor of this initiative, the office started with a large-scale video installation and decorative window art piece, beginning Aug 30, at the New Chitose Airport International Arrivals Concourse, according to a statement.

The exhibition marks the start of a new initiative for visitors to Japan. The artists and creators featured in this exhibition capture the cultural resources borne out of various local cultures through fresh perspectives.

By showcasing the works of media art in places like airports, which serve as gateways to these regions, the office invites visitors to explore the true spirit of the cultures throughout their travel.

The exhibition is displayed within the International Arrivals Concourse, and not available for viewing by the general public. Only passengers arriving on international flights are able to see this exhibition.

Other information including future exhibitions at other airports will be relayed when details are confirmed. More information at https://jmadm.jp/en.

-- BERNAMA