An exhibition of lighting works made from Japanese paper, such as Inshu Japanese paper, a traditional craft of Tottori prefecture, is being held in Tottori City.
At "Aoya Washi Kobo" in Aoya-cho, Tottori City, a lighting contest using Japanese paper is held every year, and 56 items exhibited from all over the country are exhibited.
Of these, the work of Masahiro Kito of Nagoya City, who won the grand prize, shows how five petals open using Japanese paper, and was evaluated as having a beautiful balance of light and shadow.
In addition, Maho Taketoshi's work in Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture, is characterized by cutting various colors of Inshu Japanese paper into small pieces and twisting them into a net-like shape.
In addition, works made by local high school students expressing bonfires were exhibited at the venue, and visitors enjoyed taking pictures.
A 9-year-old boy who visited with his family from the city said, "I was surprised to find that it was made of Japanese paper. I would like to make it myself."
Hiromi Yamazaki, director of Aoya Japanese Paper Workshop, said, "The production area is in a harsh environment due to the influence of paperless offices, but I want to convey the appeal of enriching our lives, not just as paper."
This exhibition is open until March 21st.