Tokyo (2019)
The beauty of Hanami (花見, in Japanese, “flower viewing”) lies in the equation between the inherent aesthetics of Japanese cherry trees and the different hues of their petals. This harmonious whole reaches its climax during “full bloom”, which lasts only a few days.
Beyond Illusions explores the end of Hanami in Tokyo, the ephemeral nature of the event, and the fragility of the petals once they have flown. This end gives rise to a new setting that strips away all traces of the earth’s surface to create a unique cosmic environment.
