25 February - 5 March 2021

Japan Creative Centre (JCC)

Japan Creative Centre (JCC), Embassy of Japan in Singapore and Ikebana International Singapore Chapter 135 is pleased to showcase an Ikebana exhibition inspired by the beautiful season of spring. Furthermore, NAKED, INC. will be collaborating to bring you the sensational world of FLOWERS BY NAKED with its AR (augmented reality) camera feature in the downloadable experience application. Enjoy the wonderful combination of physical and virtual floral creations at Japan Creative Centre (JCC)!

Exhibition Period

Exhibition Period:

25 February (Thursday) - 5 March 2021 (Friday)
Closed on Mondays and Sundays

Opening Hours:

10:00am to 6:00pm

Venue:

Japan Creative Centre (JCC), Embassy of Japan in Singapore
4 Nassim Road Singapore 258372

Admission:

FREE (Kindly take note that safe distancing measures will be implemented)

Download ‎NAKED INC PLAY!

Download ‎NAKED INC PLAY! and further enjoy the exhibition! With this experience application designed by NAKED, INC., brilliant springs of green will sprout and grow into fields of flowers on your phone camera, accompanied by beautiful melodies. Watch Ikebana flower arrangements and AR showcase come together to introduce a new medley of floral art for viewers to enjoy. So get creative and take memorable photos and videos!

1. Install the NAKED INC PLAY! app and sign up or login
2. Follow the steps posted at the venue to activate the AR camera
3. Scan the AR markers within the venue to bring to life virtual flowers at your feet

※ Please update after 25 February after downloading the app
※ Please note that some devices may not be compatible depending on the model
※ Please keep the volume of your smartphone modest at the venue

Online Demonstration

About Ikebana

Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, is a subtle, sensitive and sophisticated art form having a recorded history from many centuries. It is steeped in the philosophy of developing proximity with nature. Ikebana is a form of art similar to painting and sculpture. The artist expresses his/her creativity by using the medium of natural floral materials and containers. The fundamentals of Ikebana are as relevant today as they were centuries ago, but the art form has evolved to suit the modern society

About Ikebana International

Ikebana International (I.I.) is a non-profit cultural organisation headquartered in Tokyo, and is dedicated to the promotion and appreciation of Ikebana. Founded in 1956 by the late Ellen Gordon Allen, with a dream to create an organisation uniting the people of the world through their mutual love of nature and enjoyment of Ikebana, I.I. currently has presence in over 50 countries, with 161 Chapters and membership of approximately 7600 people. It is inspired by its motto "Friendship through flowers".

Ikebana International Singapore Chapter 135 was founded in 1969 by Lady Bette De La Mare, wife of the then British High Commissioner to Singapore. The Chapter has since then actively contributed to the learning, appreciation and promotion of the art of Ikebana in Singapore and the region. The Chapter members come from various schools of Ikebana such as Ikenobo, Sogetsu, Ohara, Ichiyo, Ryusei-ha, Souami and Kozan. Monthly events organised by the Chapter offer the members and Ikebana lovers, a platform for interaction and learning. Over the years, the Chapter has also raised funds through this beautiful art form and donated to many charitable causes both locally and internationally.

About FLOWERS BY NAKED

FLOWERS BY NAKED is a series of immersive, experiential art exhibitions designed, planned, and produced by NAKED, INC.. Since 2016, the project has been held in numerous cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hong Kong. January 2020 marked the fifth year of the event held at Nihonbashi, and in April, a first-ever collaboration alongside real cherry blossoms at World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle. The latter was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and instead inspired the NAKED, INC. VR series which brings the immersive FLOWERS experience to people’s homes. Over 80,000 posts can be found under the hashtag #flowersbynaked on Instagram from audiences that have partaken in the experience over the years.

About NAKED, INC.

NAKED, INC. is a creative company founded by Ryotaro Muramatsu in 1997. Pursuing the philosophy of “Core Creative, Total Creation, and Borderless Creativity”, the company has presented works throughout the years in television, music videos, advertisements, spatial presentation, local community revitalization, and education programs. Recent undertakings include the network art initiative “Breath / Bless Project” that connects cities around the world, development of AR/VR products, and innovations that transcend the traditional integration of online and offline experiences. NAKED, INC. continues to create new experiences and values throughout various scenes in people’s lives, spanning from art and entertainment to culture, tradition, education, music, cities, food, sports, and more.

Notable works include the floral-themed immersive art exhibit “FLOWERS BY NAKED”, art-in-sauna experience “NAKED SAUNA”, virtual tour guide “NAKED SAMURAI”, AI music production system “HUMANOID DJ”, interactive art and gastronomy restaurant “TREE by NAKED yoyogi park”, and more.

In Singapore last November, NAKED, INC. showcased CEO Ryotaro Muramatsu’s global network art initiative Breath / Bless Project at Gardens by the Bay. Muramatsu’s installation “Dandelion” was displayed for a week, connecting Singapore with other participating installation locations in Japan. The project was featured in numerous major media outlets, including The Strait Times in Singapore.

Implementation of Safe Management Measures against COVID-19

In response to the evolving situation around COVID-19, we will ask for your cooperation in following safe distancing measures in place. We will have the SafeEntry (only by scanning QR code). Public safety is our utmost priority, and we seek your understanding in cooperating with the following precautionary measures:

• If your temperature exceeds 37.5°C and/or any related symptoms
• If you have been in contact with a confirmed novel coronavirus (COVID-19) patient in the past 14 days
• If you are on SHN (Stay Home Notice) or quarantine

For the well-being of all visitors and staff, we will not be able to grant you access if you fall into any of the above-mentioned groups. Thank you for your understanding.

Where is Japan Creative Centre (JCC)?

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Getting to Japan Creative Centre
4 Nassim Road Singapore 258372
Tel: +65-6737-0434

By Public Bus:
Bus services: 7, 36, 77, 105, 106, 111, 123, 132, 174, 174E, 502, 502A, 502B (Alight in front of Delfi Orchard)
For latest information on bus routes and fares, please refer to SBS Transit.

By the MRT:
You may also take the MRT to the nearest MRT station, Orchard (NS22).
Train fares, travel times and route maps are available on the SMRT website.

Driving to JCC:
Nearest parking is at Orchard Hotel, Delfi Orchard and Orchard Rendezvous Hotel.