Mexikokokeshi is an art project that brings together traditional Mexican designs with traditional Japanese wooden dolls, kokeshi.
Kokeshi are a traditional doll from the Tohoku area of Japan. Tsuchiyu Onsen situated just to the north of Fukushima City is famous for its Tsuchiyu style kokeshi.
Mexikokokeshi was a project that began in 2011 following the Tohoku arthquake and tsunami. It is part of the Chido Project organised by Asami Shida to introduce Mexican culture to Japan.
The exhibition is being held at Nishida Museum from August 8th to November 30th.
More Info:
http://nishidakinenkan.or.jp/index.html
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