Land of the Rising Sun

From the solitude and serenity of nature to the
pulsing energy of her cities,
Japan is truly a country of contrasts and contradictions.

The aesthetic qualities of Japan form a cultural world view, centered around the concept of living in harmony with nature.

In traditional Japanese aesthetics, Wabi-Sabi (侘寂) is a world view centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection. The aesthetic is sometimes described as one of beauty that is “imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete.“

Japan is a country where ancient and the modern
are inextricably intertwined.

Japan’s educational methods have proved hugely successful. The country’s literacy rate is frequently put at 99%.

“When you look at Japanese traditional architecture, you have to look at Japanese culture and its relationship with nature. You can actually live in a harmonious, close contact with nature –
this is unique to Japan.”
– Tadao Ando

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We invite you to check out Steve’s current and upcoming exhibitions:

The Eyes of Humanity
April 29 – July 30, 2022
Frankfurt, Germany
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For Freedom
March 29 – July 17, 2022
Palermo, Italy
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Icons
April 14 – September 18, 2022
Riccione, Italy
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Le Monde De Steve McCurry
December 9 – July 31, 2022
Paris, France
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Oltre il Cibo
May 7 – September 4, 2022
Ventimiglia, Italy
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Steve McCurry: Photographer
May 28 – August 14, 2022
Ankara, Turkey
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