Salon mimi

The ancient origin of ceremonies between seasons is believed to bring the world of the living and dead closer together. These particular times of transition are being differentiated from the everyday with rituals. Celebrating recurring events of the year with particular foods is a very important part of Japanese tradition.

Reiko Kanazawa creates four experimental dinner events each year as art: during 'equinox' (spring and autumn), and 'bon' a Japanese custom after summer solstice, as well as 'New Year'. Through these special occasions we have the opportunity to gain awareness of the corporeal and ephemeral nature of our physical presence as well as the seasons.

September 2024 Equinox 14

Installation by Reiko Kanazawa and sound performance by Nao Shio

March 2024 Equinox 13

Sound performance by Raed Yassin

September 2023 Equinox 12

August 2023 Bon 3

Music by Mohammad Reza Mortazavi

March 2023 Equinox 11

Installation by Reiko Kanazawa and book by Robin Waart

January 2023 New Year 3

Lectures by Anselm Franke and by Dr. Ralph Amann