The Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris continues to take us on a journey thanks to its rich and varied program. In addition to workshops, shows and screenings, the Japanese cultural center organizes a series ofexhibitions throughout the year, many of which are free of charge. These can be seen on the second floor of the building, just a stone's throw from the Pont de Bir-Hakeim and the Eiffel Tower, while some installations are also on offer on the first floor, in the Maison de la culture du Japon reception hall.
Such is the case with the center's new exhibition. Entitled " Reflections of Nature " , this installation is an invitation to travel and discover nature's rich beauty, thanks to the sublime photographs of Junji Takasago.
Junji Takasago began his career in underwater photography. He met the famous freediver Jacques Mayol, who inspired Luc Besson's film"The Big Blue". Junji Takasago immortalized moments of Jacques Mayol in contact with animals.
His experience continued with several trips to Hawaii and the United States in search of night-time rainbows. A lover of the natural world around us and of the animals that inhabit our planet, Junji Takasago has become a recognized and highly influential photographer in the field.
The photographer, who has visited over a hundred countries, published some thirty photo collections and essays, and exhibited his work on numerous occasions, is also a committed artist and founding member of the Oceanic Wildlife Society (OWS). Proof of his renown, in 2022 Junji Takasago was awarded the prestigious " Wildlife Photographer of the Year " prize in the " Art of Nature " category.
This spring, photographer Junji Takasago will be exhibiting his fascinating images in the lobby of the House of Japanese Culture for around four weeks, from May 7 to June 1, 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to admire the beauty of nature and our beautiful planet through the images of Junji Takasago! Head to Whitehorse in Canada to admire the northern lights, then to Hokkaido Island in Japan to follow in the footsteps of an Ural owl, to Bolivia to discover pink flamingos, to Okavango in Botswana to catch a glimpse of a leopard, and to the Falkland Islands to marvel at some incredible penguins!
The photographer will be present at the Maison de la culture du Japon for an exclusive conference(free upon reservation) on May 14. On this occasion, he will present some of his most famous shots and share several anecdotes.
Dates and Opening Time
From May 7th, 2024 to June 1st, 2024
Location
House of Japanese Culture
101B Quai Branly
75015 Paris 15
Prices
Free
Official website
www.mcjp.fr
More information
Free admission Reception hall
