A magnificent space made by gentle wavy curves−
Under the consistent theme, 「Stairway in the void」 which is based on Buddhist philosophy, the sculptor Minoru Togashi has been aerating and unveiling many works to the world for over 40 years. His works are exhibited in public area not only in Japan but all over the world. The sculptures are harmonizing with people's life as his wish that "people can look, touch, and feel the sculptures", and they continue to impress and convey a sense of harmony. Much of his work can also be seen throughout his hometown of Tsuruoka, blending with the scenery which has been the inspiration for his work. These pieces are considered more than just ornamental art, they are loved as spaces of relaxation.
Sculptor
Minoru Togashi
Profile
| 1931 | Born in Tsuruoka(former Kushibiki),Yamagata prefecture |
| 1948 | Studied Buddhist sculpture in Ichinoseki,Iwate under Buddhist images sculptor,Hakuun Sakuma |
| 1957 | Graduated from the sculpture division of Kyoto Municipal College of Art (currently Kyoto City University of Arts) |
| 1963 | Participated as a representative of Japan in the Yugoslavia International Sculptor's Symposium |
| 1964 | Started「Stairway in the void」series |
| 1967 | Awarded grand prize in the Mainichi Fine-arts Contest for foreign students of French
Government allowance Studied at The Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux Art in Paris as a French Government scholarship recipient Awarded grand prize in a congratulatory letter contest held by the French Government |
| 1974 | Managing director of Kyoto Seian Women's College |
| 1992 | Awarded the Kyoto Prefecture Culture Prize |
| 1993 | Appointed Dean of Seian University of Art and Design |
| 1996 | Awarded the Kyoto Art and Culture Prize and the Kyoto City Prize for Contribution to Culture |
| 1999 | Awarded the Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon |
| At present | Kyoto City Prize for Contribution to Culture Professor emeritus of Seian University of Art and Design Honorary citizen of Tsuruoka city Resides in Kyoto |
動画コーナー
You can watch Minoru Togashi interview video and more, courtesy of Tsuruoka Cable Television.
エリア紹介
Introductions to all of Minoru Togashi's public art display areas. Please choose an area.
富樫実作品の展示室へ
All the sculptures introduced here have been donated to Tsuruoka city by the sculptor Mr.Minoru Togashi who is an honorary citizen of Tsuruoka.Because he loves Tsuruoka,he donated some of the many works he has done.Because Mr.Togashi would like people to be able to see,touch,and experience his works first-hand,Tsuruoka city will rent them to its citizens.