General Incorporated Association 'Get in touch' (Representative: Chizuru Higashi) marks its 15th anniversary in 2026 with a homecoming exhibition at Laforet Harajuku titled 'MAZEKOZE ART: PEACE & LOVE with YOKAI.'
The theme of the exhibition is the 'current state of Mazekoze' (meaning 'mixed' or 'inclusive'). For 15 years, the organization has used art, music, film, and theater to promote the comfort and joy of a diverse society. This event is envisioned as a 'mixed rice' (mazegohan)—the organization's founding metaphor where various ingredients blend to create a unique and delicious chemistry.
### Key Highlights - **15-Year Retrospective:** An introduction to the organization's activities and history. - **Yokai Art Exhibition:** Collaborative works featuring spirits and monsters by actors, painters, and illustrators. - **Charity Market:** Sales of original goods for charitable causes. - **Weekend Events:** A variety of interactive activities held every weekend.
### Concept: Chizuru Higashi + Yokai x Peace = Inclusive Society Representative Chizuru Higashi, author of 'The Encyclopedia of Yokai Spirits,' has long used these mysterious creatures as a metaphor for diversity. While Yokai are 'different and incomprehensible' beings, Higashi argues that finding the humor and unique characteristics in these differences can lead to a more peaceful and inclusive world.
### Event Details - **Venue:** '/Love & Madness Market,' B0.5 floor, Laforet Harajuku. - **Period:** June 1st (Mon) – June 30th (Tue), 2026. - **Hours:** 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Opens at 4:00 PM on the 1st; Closes at 6:00 PM on the 30th).
Harajuku holds special significance for Get in touch, dating back to their 'Warm Blue Campaign' in 2015. From this center of cutting-edge culture, the event aims to deliver a powerful message of diversity and social harmony.
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- Source: PR TIMES
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