Japan Pavilion Japan will build a 6,000-square-meter pavilion, 24 meters in height, with the theme of "Harmony of Minds and Harmony of Techniques," combining the traditional characteristics of Japan with a modern style in the Expo site. The pavilion will carry on the concept of "Living with Nature" from Expo 2005 Aichi, and will show the world a real Japan and a new form of sustainable urban life for the 21st century.
Name of Pavilion: Japan National Pavilion (Purple Silkworm Pavilion)
Location of Pavilion: Area A, Shanghai World Expo Park
Theme of Pavilion: Heart of Peace, Technology of Peace
Highlight of Styling: Semi-circular dome like a "space fortress"
Constructed area: 6,000 square meters
Building area: 6,000 square meters
Commencement of construction: February 2009
Designer: Nihon Sekkei
Pavilion type: Self-built pavilion
Confirmation of participation: October 2006
Contract signing: October 28, 2008
Construction of pavilion Date: February 27, 2009
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Name Meaning
About the Author of the Pavilion Logo
Japan Pavilion Aikikai
Exhibition Theme
Highlights of the Pavilion Energy Saving and Environmentally Friendly
Staging of More Than 6,400 Musical Theatre Performances
From the Sending of the Emperor
The National Silk Weaving Art Returns to the Motherland
A National Treasure Silk Weaving Art Returns to its Mother's House
Robot Musicians Play Violins
Architectural Exterior
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Related Information
Sponsor Panasonic Corporation
Toyota Motor Corporation
Canon Corporation
Canon Corporation
Toyota Motor Corporation
Canon Corporation
Canon Corp. Canon Corporation
Mitsubishi Corporation
Fujitsu Limited
Hitachi Group Corporation
Bridgestone Corporation
Toshiba Corporation
Nippon Boeki Kaisha Corporation
Shiseido Corporation
Komatsu Manufacturing Co.
Pavilion logo Author's profile
Japan Pavilion's nickname
Exhibition theme
Pavilion highlights Energy conservation and environmental protection
More than 6,400 musicals staged
Seeing from the time of the Tang dynasty envoys
National treasures of silk weaving art return to their homes
Robot "musician" plays violin "
Building Exterior
Contents
Related Information
Sponsors
Panasonic Corporation Toyota Motor Corporation Canon Corporation Mitsubishi Corporation Fujitsu Limited Hitachi Group Bridgestone Corporation Toshiba Corporation Japan External Trade Organization Shiseido Corporation Komori Corporation Shiseido Corporation Komatsu Manufacturing Corporation
[Edit paragraph]Meaning of the name
The construction of the Japan Pavilion was officially started at the end of February, 2009, and at the same time, Japan announced an open call for the Japanese Pavilion's nickname. As of the Japan Pavilion (Purple Silkworm Island Pavilion) to the last day of the Japan Pavilion Aikikai call for activities on March 27, *** received 3,588 entries, of which, 96% of the entries from the Chinese. The judging committee, chaired by Mr. Sakutaro Tanino, former Ambassador of Japan to China and Vice President of the Japan-China Friendship Hall, decided to use the name "Purple Silkworm Island", proposed by a Chinese woman, as the nickname for the Japan Pavilion after repeated evaluations and refinements. Purple, whether in China or Japan, is a noble color, at the same time, the light purple is extremely close to the tone of the building exterior of the Japan Pavilion; silkworms in China is a symbol of longevity, the Japan Pavilion building outside the formation of a curved dome, like a huge cocoon decorated with the Expo Park; and from the cocoon of the extraction of silk, made of silk thread, woven into the silk craft was also introduced to Japan from China, it is between China and Japan. It is a symbol of "connection" between China and Japan. The "Purple Silkworm Island" represents the appearance and characteristics of the Japan Pavilion in a very graphic way, making it easier for visitors to recognize it in the vast exposition area. At the same time, the nickname "Purple Silkworm Island" reflects the message of the Japan Pavilion - to look to the future, to build a vision, and to grow and develop forever. [1]
[edit]Pavilion logo
The Japan Pavilion's logo is "Smile to Smile" in Japanese and "Smile to Tsunagari" in English. The logo is "Smile to Smile" in Japanese and "Smile no Tsunagari" in English. This pavilion logo not only fully embodies the core message of the Japan Pavilion - connection, but more importantly, it expresses the main idea of valuing "connection of the heart". The designer used the gentle curve of the initial "J" for JAPAN to outline a smiley face that is connected to each other, presenting a bright future society full of happy smiles. The color of the smiley faces was chosen to be ibis, symbolizing the friendship between Japan and China. The "Smiling Together" design will be used as the unified logo for the Japan Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo, and will be used in all future promotional activities for the Japan Pavilion. The logo will also be displayed on the exterior of the Japan Pavilion building.
Author's introduction
Okamuro Ken (OKAMURO KEN) Japanese Robotics HAKUHODO DESIGN
[Edit]Japan Pavilion Aikikai
Japan Pavilion Aikai: Purple Silkworm Island Japanese: KAIKOJIMA English epithet: purple silkworm island For the general public of Japan and China. The name "Purple Silkworm Island" was chosen from nearly 3,600 entries from the general public. Purple is the color of the exterior of the Japan Pavilion. It is a noble color in both China and Japan. Silkworm Island evokes the cocoon-like appearance of the Japan Pavilion. The silk made from cocoons is a symbol of the "connection" between Chinese and Japanese cultures. Silkworms emerge from their cocoons in a noble gesture of rebirth, which symbolizes longevity in China. "Purple Silkworm Island" conveys not only this nobility but also a sense of anticipation for the future, and for this reason it was chosen as the nickname for the Japan Pavilion.
[Edit]Theme of the Pavilion
The theme of the Japan Pavilion is "Harmony of Minds and Harmony of Techniques," and the core message is "Connectivity! For the Future of Harmony". The Expo mascot (Haibao) will be displayed in the "Past" section, where Chinese culture and technology such as Saito and Nishijin textiles are passed down in Japan; in the "Present" section, where animation, robotics and other technologies and images are displayed; and in the "Future" section, where a musical is presented. In the "Future" section, there will be performances such as musicals, and the theme of the Japan Pavilion will be "Harmony of Minds" through "Harmony of Techniques" to solve the environmental problems faced by human beings, and the visiting time of the three sections will be about one hour, and the capacity of the three sections will be 1,500 people. The theme of the Japan Pavilion will be perfectly interpreted through the story of the rescue of the "Jewel of the Orient", the Crested Ibis, which was brought back to Japan through the efforts of the people of China and Japan in environmental protection and **** together. [2]
[edit]Pavilion Highlights
Energy Saving and Environmental Protection
The Japan Pavilion has been designed with environmentally friendly technologies that maximize the use of natural resources such as light, water and air. Pavilion exterior light transmission China 2010 World Expo iconic high double-layer outer membrane with internal solar cells, can make full use of solar energy resources, to achieve efficient light conduction, power generation; Pavilion will be used in the recycling of respiratory orifices and other latest technology.
Stage more than 6,400 musicals
In the Japan Pavilion, a traditional wooden theater with a capacity of 500 spectators is dedicated. During the Expo period from May 1 to October 31, 2010, about 35 musicals reflecting the friendship between Japan and China and the Japan-China*** campaign to save the Crested Ibis will be staged here every day. The musicals are performed in approximately 20-minute intervals by a cycle of three groups of actors, accumulating more than 6,400 performances in six months.
Starting with the Tang Envoys
A visit to the Japan Pavilion begins with a series of displays reflecting the long history of interaction between Japan and China, such as the Tang Envoys and the Eastward Journey of Jianzhen. These legends, written with the hearts and beliefs of historical pioneers, still have the power to stir the hearts of people after more than a thousand years, calling out the echoes of "peace" and "faith" between Japan and China.
National treasure silk weaving returns home
Nishijin weaving, known as Japan's national treasure, has been practiced in Japan for 1,200 years. This type of weaving utilizes silk threads of various colors and gold threads. The resulting brocade is famous for its high artistic value. The art evolved from Chinese court weaving techniques. During the 15th and 16th centuries, the elegant court weaving techniques of China, including gold and silver threads, were introduced to Japan. Today, handmade Nishijin weaving is still a symbol of luxury and status. Nishijin weaving will return to its mother's house in the Japan Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo in 2010.
Robot "musician" plays violin
Visitors will be able to experience future technologies, such as the world's first ultra-high-definition and super-zoom function of the "Universal Camera", which is able to capture video while recognizing smiles and automatically removing them. It will also be able to recognize a smile and automatically take a picture of it; a companion robot that can meet the needs of an aging society and provide "caregiving and medical assistance" and "housekeeping assistance"; and a violin-playing robot that has skillful string-folding and bow-pulling techniques.
[Edit]Architecture
The Purple Silkworm Island is one of the largest pavilions among the national pavilions at the Shanghai World Expo, and is the largest in the history of Japan's participation in the Expo. This first-ever public "behemoth" is about 24 meters high and covers an area of about 6,000 square meters. The exterior of the pavilion is silver-white in color and is wrapped in an ultra-lightweight "membrane structure" containing a solar power generation device, forming a large semi-circular dome that resembles a "space fortress. This is a "breathing pavilion" that will breathe with nature and seems to continue and inherit the theme concept of the Aichi Expo and incorporate the theme of the Shanghai Expo. The design of the pavilion employs environmental control technology to maximize the use of natural resources such as light, water and air. The double-layer outer membrane with high light transmittance on the outside of the pavilion paired with solar cells on the inside will make full use of solar energy resources to realize efficient light conduction and power generation; the pavilion will use the latest technology such as recycled respiratory orifices. In terms of structure, the Japan Pavilion adopts a lightweight semicircular structure that integrates the roof and exterior walls, making the construction have less impact on the surrounding environment.
[Edit]Content display
The Japan Pavilion will integrate two forms of traditional Japanese characteristics and modern style, and through the narrative of the past, present, and future in three parts, it will allow visitors to learn about a real Japan under the visual, tactile, and auditory senses, as well as a new type of sustainable 21st century city Exhibit 1 Connected Surprise (centered on the repatriation of the Tang Dynasty) Life Forms The Japan Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo has a total capacity of 1,000 square meters. The Japan Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo can accommodate up to 1,800 people at a time. Before entering the pavilion, visitors are unaware of what they are about to see as they embark on a journey from the past to the present and through the future. State-of-the-art technology, a large video theater, high-tech robots ...... visitors are immersed in a constant stream of novelties. The visual effects of the interior displays are always in a constant state of flux between the macroscopic and the microscopic, and I am afraid that only those who are present at the exhibition can feel it in their own different state of mind. In the past, visitors were able to see the familiar Chinese envoys, Chinese characters, and traditional Chinese architectural styles, which may have been prepared by Japan as a special "gift" for Chinese visitors. In the current exhibition area, there are six groups of exhibition spaces. Some of them will display cutting-edge technologies that can help solve global problems, such as energy-saving technologies and water purification technologies, while others will display achievements that can be put into practice by individuals, such as green roofs and water conservation. Visitors will be able to experience the "harmony of technology" and at the same time realize the connection with the soul. In the Future Zone, people's expectations for a better future will be realized through exciting performances. In the large-scale video theater, which has a capacity of 600 people, the exhibition area will present visitors with the connection of the heart, which is essential for realizing the "harmony of the heart," i.e., peace of mind, a sense of comfort, and confidence in the society of the future. The Japan Pavilion's Event Hall will also play an important role in the entire building. A wide variety of events will be held in the event hall throughout the 184-day exhibition period. Turn your head from the scene where you are in the company of high-tech robots and you will be able to savor exquisite Japanese cuisine. ...... In short, "it's not just what you see, but what you feel that is important."
[edit]Related information
On February 27, 2009, the opening ceremony and press conference of the Japan National Pavilion at Expo 2010 Shanghai China was held in Shanghai. Yasuo Fukuda, former Prime Minister of Japan's Cabinet BIE, Takamori Yoshikawa, Vice Minister of Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Hiroshi Tsukamoto, General Representative of Japan Pavilion at Expo 2010 Shanghai, Hiroshi Yokoi, Consul General of the Consulate General of the State of Japan in Shanghai, and Zhong Yanqun, Specialized Deputy Director of the Executive Committee of the Shanghai Expo, were present at the groundbreaking ceremony. The Japan National Pavilion at Expo 2010 Shanghai China will be built on the theme of "Harmony of Heart, Harmony of Skills", with a height of about 24 meters and an area of 6,000 square meters, combining Japanese traditional features with modern style. Inheriting the concept of "Living with Nature" from Expo 2005 Aichi, the Pavilion will show the world a real Japan and a new form of sustainable urban life for the 21st century. The Japan Pavilion will have three main sections, the first of which will express the close relationship between China and Japan, the second of which will explore the various issues facing the planet today, and the third of which will be centered on thematic performances and will feature a musical interpretation of the third main section's theme of "Spiritual Connection and Harmony in the Future". The Japan Pavilion will convey to visitors the message "Connect! For the Future of Harmony" will be the core message of the Japan Pavilion. The Japan Pavilion will be divided into three zones: "Past," "Present," and "Future," which will address the environmental issues facing humankind with the theme "GIKEN no WAKA! The Japanese Pavilion will be divided into three zones: "Past," "Present," and "Future. Visitors' smiling faces are expected to be left in the Japan Pavilion during the final appearance to select the week's best smiley face. the three exhibition areas will take about one hour to visit, with a capacity of 1,500 people, and a daily capacity of about 20,000 people is expected.
[edit]Sponsoring companies
The Japan Pavilion is being exhibited as an integrated government and private organization. The following companies and organizations have endorsed the Japan Pavilion's participation policy and have given their support. Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic supports the largest Shanghai World Expo in history. We contribute to the success of the Shanghai World Expo by providing the latest technical support to the Japan Pavilion. Panasonic was founded by Konosuke Matsushita in 1918. In 1978, H.E. Deng Xiaoping visited Panasonic, and during the meeting, Konosuke Matsushita expressed his determination to contribute to the development of the electronics industry in China, and subsequently, Panasonic was honored to take part in China's booming development with the help of forces from all walks of life in China. In the Japan Pavilion, Panasonic utilized the world's largest 152-inch ultra-high precision plasma display, the latest high-precision sensing technology and network technology, and applied the whole wall design to create a window of information - the "Living Wall", which demonstrated the future mode of image and communication for the visitors. Panasonic wishes the Shanghai World Expo a great success and contributes to the promotion of deeper "connectivity" around the world.
Toyota Motor Corporation
Toyota Motor Corporation has been striving to "create an affluent society through automobiles" since its foundation. In the future, as a "good corporate citizen" trusted by the international community, Toyota will continue to seek harmony with people, society and the global environment in order to achieve corporate growth. At the Japan Pavilion, you can see i-REAL, developed by Toyota, which is a personal mobility vehicle that realizes mankind's desire for freedom of movement by using the least amount of energy. Simple, lightweight and graceful in operation, the freedom to feel the sun and breeze on your skin while encountering strangers does indeed allow you to enter a new concept vehicle that is at one with the world around you. The Partner Robot was again developed by Toyota to assist humans for purposes such as medical care and household chores. It is a two-legged walking type that realizes the delicate activities of human hands and arms with highly advanced control technology. This time, you will enjoy a robot that plays violin flexibly with strings and bow.
Canon Inc.
Canon Inc. has developed the corporate philosophy of "****Birth. The "****san" that Canon is pursuing is the realization of "a society in which all human beings can live, work, and be happy together forever". This is in line with the concept of nature conservation advocated by the Japan Pavilion, which emphasizes "cherishing the natural landscape of mountains, forests, and villages," and the message of the Pavilion, "For a harmonious future. In the Japan Pavilion, Canon displayed a new world of images with its Universal Camera, which has a function that automatically captures a smile. Canon also used a digital SLR camera to capture the natural landscape of Japan's mountains, forests, and villages in 400 frames, and then used a large-format printer to print out "ultra-realistic large-format photographs" to create a mural in the pavilion, offering visitors an incredible space with a large visual depth and a strong sense of three-dimensionality. In addition, the smiling faces of the guests will be photographed and displayed on a number of screens in the venue. Let's wish that the Japanese Pavilion's logo, "Smiling Together," will go from Shanghai to the rest of the world.
Mitsubishi Corporation Group
The Mitsubishi Group has adopted the three principles of "public service (social contribution)," "fairness (spirit of justice)," and "trade (global vision)" as its core values. The three main principles of the Japan Pavilion, "Connecting with Japan", are the same as those of the Japan Pavilion, and are the same as those of the other Japan Pavilions. In line with the concept of the Japan Pavilion, "Connecting for a Harmonious Future." The Mitsubishi Group is committed to creating a comfortable life for people and realizing a dream future. At the Expo, Mitsubishi will not only present the "Zero Pollution" stage with the "Wakamaru" dialog robot, but will also introduce state-of-the-art technologies such as electric vehicles, carbon dioxide recycling and underground storage. underground storage technology, and other state-of-the-art technologies.
FUJITSU CORPORATION
FUJITSU is very much in agreement with the objectives of the Shanghai World Expo 2010. As a partner of the Japan Pavilion, Fujitsu operated the entertainment website for the Japan Pavilion. We hope that more people will visit the website. This year, Fujitsu celebrates its 75th anniversary and has established a new brand promise, "Together we create the future". This statement encompasses Fujitsu's vision of "Creating a rich future together with you". Fujitsu will continue to focus on human-centered IT systems, contributing to the creation of a rich and dreamy society with peace of mind and security.
Hitachi Group
The Hitachi Group sponsored the Japan Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo and provided the video equipment used in the pavilion. The Japan Pavilion is based on the idea of "living with nature," and the Hitachi Group hopes to make a positive contribution to the World Expo, which is an event organized by both the government and the private sector. Hitachi Group is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has consistently pursued the corporate philosophy of "contributing to society through superior proprietary technology and product development," and has sought to win with local communities. The Japanese Pavilion, which is fondly called "Purple Silkworm Island" by the Chinese public, is a metaphor for the friendship between China and Japan from the past to the future, which is inextricably linked, and the Hitachi Group would like to wish the World Expo and the Japanese Pavilion a great success.
Bridgestone Corporation
The Bridgestone Group, as a multinational company with operations in China and around the world, has always been guided by the corporate philosophy of contributing to the development of society at large and the protection of the global environment. We support the exhibition purpose of the Japan Pavilion and hope to contribute to the realization of a safe and comfortable future for people in Shanghai and around the world by co-organizing the event. In addition, we will work with the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) to support the theme of the Expo - "Better City, Better Life" - through a stage show from July 9 to 14 to introduce traffic safety and green driving to visitors. ".
Toshiba Corporation
The Toshiba Group strives to be a corporate group that contributes to the lives and cultures of people around the world, based on respect for human beings and the creation of abundant value. As a "Global Company", the Toshiba Group is committed to contributing to the prevention of the global warming effect in the fields of energy and environmental protection. We understand the different cultures, landscapes, histories, and customs of the world, respect cultural diversity, and participate in the United Nations Global Compact, which is based on the universal principles of human rights, labor, and environmental protection, and promote CSR management. Toshiba strives to make further contributions to the development of China in the future.
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is a trade organization that contributes to the development of the international community through trade, with full membership in trading companies and trade associations, and carries out a wide range of policy proposals and various business activities. The following 17 companies sponsored the activities of the Japan Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo through the Japan External Trade Organization: TORI, BANWA KOGYO, Hitachi High-Technologies, Inada Sangyo, ITOCHU SHOJI, IWATANI SANGYO, JFE SHOJI, KANAMATSU, KOCHO, MARUBUSHI, MITSUBISHI, MITSUBISHI, NAGASE SANGYO, SOHO, SOKURAI, SUMGIN BUSANSHIKI, SUMMITOMO SHOJI, and TOYOTA TOYOTO (the names of the companies are listed in the alphabetical order of their pronunciation in Japanese). (Company names are listed in alphabetical order of Japanese pronunciation).
Shiseido Corporation
Shiseido, whose name is derived from a section of the Chinese I Ching, has been selling cosmetics in China since 1981, based on the corporate philosophy that "we aim to seek out new and richer sources of value, and to utilize them to add more beauty to the lives and cultures of the people we serve". Since 1981, we have been selling cosmetics in China. This time, as a gesture of friendship between Japan and China and as a token of appreciation for China, Shiseido will sponsor the Japan Pavilion under the theme of "Harmony of Minds and Techniques," and will conduct promotional activities covering a wide range of fields, such as fashion shows and beauty seminars. In addition, Shiseido will hold beauty seminars for the reception staff of the Japan Pavilion to support them in welcoming guests from all over the world with a spirit of "dedication to customer service". NTT DOCOMO, INC. The NTT Group is committed to promoting the popularization and expansion of the state-of-the-art broadband network, and has created a wide variety of broadband networks and service platforms based on this strong network foundation. In addition, the NTT Group is transforming its business structure into new areas such as expanding global business, IP-based services, and total solutions, with the aim of helping companies strengthen their competitiveness and increase their corporate value, while at the same time reducing the environmental burden through the effective use of ICT, thereby contributing to economic growth and solving the problems faced by society and the entire planet.
Komatsu Manufacturing Corporation
Komatsu Manufacturing Corporation, a manufacturer of construction and industrial machinery, has had friendly relations with the people of China for more than 50 years since 1956, when it participated in the Japan Industrial Products Expo held in Beijing and Shanghai. Today, Komatsu has 20 companies in China and employs more than 2,500 people in China. Komatsu's philosophy of "Pursuing harmony between urban construction and better life" is in line with the theme of the Shanghai World Expo, "Better City, Better Life". Today, Komatsu is committed to providing superior total solutions to customers around the world with its environmentally friendly hybrid construction machinery and leading IT technologies such as GPS vehicle information management systems.