The kirigami is the Japanese art that allows the creation of three-dimensional figures from the folds and cuts of paper or cardboard. This technique is taken to the extreme by the young Japanese artist Harukirua paper craftsman who creates works of art from empty candy boxes and other items. Among his detailed creations, his figure of the Pringles mascot, the knight formed from a box of Chivas Regal, or a superhero made from a box of Garigarikun popsicles are famous.
His fame is such that he is already in his second exhibition in Japan, completely dedicated to his creations.
The exhibition "Harukiru Empty Box Art Museum"will focus on the work of Harukiru. The artist has more than 480,000 followers on Twitter and his art, based on modifying empty boxes, has become a regular topic on Japanese social networks.
His works, which seem to have delved into the world of fairy tales, have attracted a large following and are now recognized as works of art by some manufacturers, who have asked him to produce them.
The artist's first exhibition, held at Tokyo's PARCO art center in Ikebukuro, attracted more than 20,000 people and there was a huge response on Twitter to get a closer look at the intricate handwork.
The new exhibition, which will be held in Shinsaibashi PARCO, Osaka, presents some 50 pieces carefully selected from the work he has produced so far. In this exhibition, one can see up close how the artist's imagination creates new things from existing objects.
It is an exhibition on the "Empty Box Art", an artistic trend that is becoming increasingly popular in Japan and, it is hoped, around the world.
It will be held from November 12 to December 12, 2021. You can check the official website of Shinsaibashi PARCO for more information (if you are lucky enough to visit Japan at this time): https://shinsaibashi.parco.jp/
If you can't attend (like us), you still have the possibility to enjoy Harukiru's art through his profile at Instagram where he shares his creations with everyone. He also has videos on YouTube where he shows his creation process:
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