Installation for the Nobel Peace Prize
This installation was commissioned by the Nobel Peace Center to commemorate the awarding of the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize to “Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations”, which is comprised of survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
The 1,000 KIGUMI were meticulously handcrafted by Japanese artisans, each piece made with care and precision. They are crafted from Japanese cedar, a material celebrated for its stunningly elegant wood grain, gentle hue reminiscent of human skin, and soft, smooth texture. However, like the human body, this material is incredibly delicate and fragile.
Without a strong will for peace, both humanity—fragile as it is—and the delicate environment of our planet can easily be damaged and lost.
To convey this message, I designed these KIGUMI using thin planks of Japanese cedar, so delicate that they could easily break.
Each KIGUMI is assigned a unique ID, and when it is placed on a bench by the wall, testimonials based on each ID can be accessed.
