An Exhibition of "Forest" in the City

Coinciding with this period, the liberalization of timber trade allowed for the import of high-quality wood for furniture and interior items in large quantities and at low prices. This led to a continuous decline in domestic timber self-sufficiency, which stood at around 28 percent in 2010. more trees, established in 2007, has been working to curb this trend through forest conservation efforts, the development of original products using domestic timber, and initiatives like the "TOUCH WOOD Exhibition," which connects forests and art to promote thinning.



Each piece is handmade and unique, making them endlessly fascinating to observe. Furthermore, in the 1st-floor courtyard, a giant "transparent tree", over ten meters tall, rises from a bed of cypress chips. This is also a work by Suzuki, titled "Air Forest." Four balloons, designed to resemble cedar trees, are displayed, creating shifting perceptions of distance, scale, and reflections depending on the viewer's perspective.

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The new products presented by more trees on the 4th floor are also unique! The concept is "Play the Living." Around ten new items are showcased on a circular wooden table, including the "Apple Kendama" made from domestic timber, the "Cutting Board" featuring Japanese mountain silhouettes crafted from different wood species, the "Sunlight" wooden lampshade, and the "Emerald Bracelet" made of cypress.



As of the reception and the first day, 50 pieces have already sold out. The frames, made from domestic cypress wood to display the photographs, are simple yet beautiful, leaving a profound impression on viewers.

An Exhibition to Fully Experience the "Forest"

Attendees at the reception were reportedly amazed by the wonderful scent of wood. This initiative not only provides an understanding of the current state of Japan's forests but also offers an opportunity to engage with and even purchase works by leading designers and photographers. Products are available for purchase at "LIVING MOTIF" in the basement (some new products available), while photographs can be bought directly at the exhibition venue. The exhibition runs until Sunday, November 7th. When visiting Roppongi, be sure to stop by Axis and fully immerse yourself in this "forest that has appeared in the city."