Although the Shibuya River appears encased in concrete, a quiet diversity of life persists—algae, microorganisms, plants rooted in embankment gaps, and small creatures inhabiting these hidden spaces. This project visualizes these ecosystems through an outdoor installation centered on moving image, inviting viewers to re-experience the Umwelt embedded in the city. Through biological research—including underwater surveys, microscopic analysis of samples, and DNA sequencing—metaPhorest has deepened its understanding of the river’s ecology. These insights underpin an installation that reveals overlooked urban nature and creates a space to reconsider human–environment relations.
Overview
- Date / Time
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Feb 7(Sat)-Feb 8(Sun), Feb 13(Fri)- Feb 15(Sun)
15:00-22:00（Tentative）
*The main installation in the river area will be presented from late afternoon when visibility conditions are optimal. Some parts of the exhibition, such as video works and “Shibuya River Microscope” (by Tomoya Ishibashi), can be viewed at the riverside promenade from 10 am to 10 pm.
*Please note that the exhibition may be canceled in the event of strong winds or severe weather. - Venue
- Shibuya River Street
Venue
- Shibuya River Street
- 3-18 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Profile
- metaPhorest / TOKYU CORPORATION
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metaPhorest is a platform for artistic inquiry into life, combining scientific perspectives with bio-art practices to explore new expressions and aesthetics surrounding living systems.
https://www.instagram.com/metaphorest_bioaesthetics
https://metaphorest.org/