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Art Appreciation Followed by a Trip to the Sento
Do you often visit art spots like museums and galleries?
AoiYamada: On my days off, I often go to museums and galleries with my husband in the morning, then take a break at my favorite public bath, and later discuss our impressions of the exhibits over dinner.
Soaking in the bath helps reset my mind and organize my thoughts. When we talk in that state, the conversation becomes lively and enjoyable. Lately, I’ve been too busy to carve out that time, but it’s one of my favorite ways to spend a day off.
I hope that more individuals can experience contemporary art with the same sense of freedom as you.
Aoi Yamada: While contemporary art often carries a perception of complexity, it is fundamentally created by living, breathing individuals just like ourselves. When I engage with art, I contemplate the artist behind the work. For instance, considering questions such as, “What kind of love might this artist be experiencing?” enhances my enjoyment and fosters a deeper connection to the art.
What I interpret as “blue” or “light” may hold a different significance for others. I derive great pleasure from envisioning those varied interpretations.
