【Review】by Hotaka Katahira (Chairman, Marunouchi Brand Forum)

Congratulations on your award. When discussing this piece, the committee raised a positive question: what sets this work apart as a gem of "wa" (Japanese culture) in a world filled with similar lamp creations? The discussion led to an in-depth exploration that set this work apart from others. In that sense, it is a truly valuable recognition, and we celebrate it wholeheartedly. As an evaluator, I also reconsidered the allure of this work. As a result, I believe that this piece possesses three unique charms in line with the tradition of "wa," making it worthy of being actively acknowledged as a representative work of contemporary Japanese culture. Firstly, the meticulous beauty of intricately woven silk threads, created by hand craftsmanship, stands out. Before even turning on the light, it's a delight to gaze upon as an object of beauty. Secondly, the exceptional precision and accuracy in the craftsmanship make the sharpness of the imagery projected across a wide space a major strength of this work. It can be likened to how a high-pixel camera photo withstands enlargement.