{"id":105530,"date":"2017-12-12T19:00:12","date_gmt":"2017-12-12T10:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?p=105530&lang=en"},"modified":"2017-12-12T19:01:49","modified_gmt":"2017-12-12T10:01:49","slug":"team-lab-light-festival-in-fukuoka-castle-ruins-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/en\/team-lab-light-festival-in-fukuoka-castle-ruins-report\/","title":{"rendered":"Team Lab Light Festival in Fukuoka Castle Ruins – Report"},"content":{"rendered":"

Beginning a few years ago the winter illuminations around Fukuoka have become nothing short of spectacular, but this year, the bar has been raised! A 20,000 square meter area encompassing the Fukuoka Castle Ruins has become the backdrop for an interactive art installation that you can not only see, but hear and touch too! Located just five minutes on foot from Ohorikoen Station, it\u2019s in the center of Fukuoka, but in another sense, it\u2019s out of this world! Fukuoka Now checked it out last week and here are some photos by our friend Gabriel Lei<\/strong> for you to enjoy! But photos don\u2019t tell the whole story – you should go and experience it live! You won’t be disappointed.<\/p>\n

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Exhibit List<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Resisting and Resonating Ovoids and Trees<\/strong>
\nVisitors are sure to be surprised by the myriad of large egg-shaped objects that are scattered around a spacious treed area of the park. The eggs emit bright, bold colors that change when people approach them. This fascinating attraction captures the imagination and more!<\/p>\n

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2. Animals of Flowers, Symbiotic Lives in the Stone Wall – Fukuoka Castle Ruins<\/strong>
\nAnimal figures are projected onto the stone walls that form the base of Fukuoka Castle ruins, some of which are 60 m in length and 8.5 m in height. The creatures’ movements are incredibly lifelike and are accompanied by realistic sound effects. Incredibly, the flowers featured in this interactive display scatter when touched.<\/p>\n

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3. Spatial Calligraphy in a Stone Wall – Fukuoka Castle Ruins<\/strong>
\nWatch Japanese calligraphy appear in a continuous flow on the castle’s stone walls. The strokes have a dynamic movement and depth of quality that is truly eye-catching. <\/p>\n

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4. Breathing Resonating Stone Wall – Fukuoka Castle Ruins<\/strong>
\nAnother name for Fukuoka Castle, which was constructed in 1607, is Seki-jo (Stone Castle). The 630 m stone walls light up and flicker slowly as if they are breathing.
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\n5. Stone Steps of Oblivion – Fukuoka Castle Ruins<\/strong>
\nWhen a visitor approaches, the stone stairs begin to emit tonal colors, creating a wonderful sense of warmth despite the cold weather.<\/p>\n

The projections and interactive installations create some brightness but it is quite dark, so please be careful not to lose your footing (high heels are not recommended). Finally, there are a few stalls selling hot drinks and snacks to help keep you warm. Enjoy!<\/p>\n

Event Details<\/strong>
\n\u2022 12\/1 (Fri.) ~ 1\/28\/2018 (Sun.)
\n\u2022 18:00~22:00 (last entry 21:30)
\n\u2022 Adv.: adult \u00a5800, JHS & HS \u00a5500, 4 y.o. ~ 12 y.o. \u00a5200 (tickets available at Ticket Pia, E-Plus and Lawson Ticket) \/ Door: adult \u00a51,000, JHS & HS \u00a5600, 4 y.o. ~ 12 y.o. \u00a5300
\n\u2022 Fukuoka Castle, Maizuru Park
\n\u2022 Jonai, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka<\/a>
\n\u2022 092-711-5513 (Nishi-Nippon Shimbun)
\n\u2022 https:\/\/www.teamlab.art\/jp\/e\/fukuoka-castle\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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