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The Tower of the Sun
On the outskirts of Osaka, Japan, amidst a blend of urban sprawl and suburban tranquility, rises a monument of profound artistic and cultural importance: the Tower of the Sun. Conceived by the innovative avant-garde artist Taro Okamoto, this iconic structure first greeted the world at Expo ’70. It stands not in the bustling heart of…
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Blurring Realities
In the realm of manga, few works have the enduring legacy and depth of Osamu Tezuka’s “Phoenix” (Hi no Tori). A series that masterfully intertwines various narratives around the central theme of life, death, and rebirth, each volume offers a unique perspective and a rich tapestry of philosophical exploration. My journey through Tezuka’s world has…
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Retro Futurism’s Lessons
The Bauhaus movement that emerged in early 20th century Germany stands as one of modernism’s most influential forces shaping contemporary architecture and design. With its radical departure from the past’s ornamental styles towards a new functionalist aesthetic centered on geometric precision, sleek machinelike forms and modular efficiency, Bauhaus pioneered a visionary yet stringent “form follows…
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Be A Lay Philosopher
In the dawn of 2024, I find myself reflecting on a unique identity I have come to embrace: that of a so-called ‘lay philosopher.’ But what does this term truly mean? In a world increasingly complex and interconnected, the role of a lay philosopher becomes ever more relevant. This piece aims to unravel the essence…
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