Indigo Waterfall Installation
Tokushima, Japan
2015-2016
“With the image of the Indigo Waterfall infused onto Shimachi River and spreading into Hyoutan Island; we unite past and present industries, local materials, nature, and water to narrate the history of the Kasuga Bridge.” Inspired by both the past and present industries of Tokushima City, the designer merges and highlights the importance of both industries in its development of the city.
Team: Erik Amir, Dora Chi, Ryo Otsuka, Jason Loo, Taylor Williams
Tokushima City was built by the indigo dye industry where big indigo storehouses occupied both waterfronts surrounding Kasuga Bridge while white walls and blue stones were reflected onto the river.
Today, Tokushima Prefecture leads the world in LED production. Tracing back to its history, the Indigo Waterfall gives a new remembrance to the surrounding indigo storehouses while utilizing the new thriving LED industry. By connecting light, nature, local culture and people; the installation creates a new image for Tokushima City.
