Step out of Omotesando Station, and you’re instantly greeted by the vibrant “Omotesando” intersection. Here, Rhizomatiks has unveiled their latest art installation. Adjacent to it, a gallery showcases the creative journey behind this work along with related pieces, all available for anyone to explore freely. It’s not every day that a leading digital art collective from Japan pops up in such a high-profile spot—and for free! This is an opportunity you can’t afford to overlook. The only catch? Digital art can sometimes seem a bit… complex.
This article is a report on the media preview of Rhizomatiks’ ‘recursive,’ currently on display at OMOTESANDO CROSSING PARK. I’ll aim to keep things straightforward and clear, setting aside elaborate language. This is a rare moment to connect with the works of celebrated artists, so let’s take a moment to dive into that world.
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Rhizomatiks is a creative collective that explores new possibilities in technology and expression, focusing on experimental projects with a strong emphasis on research and development. They study the relationship between people and technology while engaging in R&D projects and artwork creation. Composed of artists, designers, and engineers, they take responsibility for every aspect of their projects, from hardware and software development to operations. Additionally, they collaborate with external artists, researchers, and scientists to present cutting-edge works and research to the world.
Official website: https://rhizomatiks.com/
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What’s “Raizoma”?
Rhizomatiks explores the “relationship between people and technology.” Over the past 18 years, they have been presenting art that heavily incorporates research and development elements using digital technology. Many may have experienced the unique “Rhizomatiks style” through the innovative live visuals for Perfume or the performance at the closing ceremony of the Rio Olympics. Additionally, prior to this exhibition in Omotesando, they are also holding a solo exhibition at KOTARO NUKAGA in Tennozu.
