The “Oku-Noto Triennale”, held at the northernmost tip of the Noto Peninsula in Japan, is renowned as the art festival at the furthest reaches of the country’s seascape. In connection to the Oku-Noto Triennale 2023, the APO and the Oku-Noto Triennale Executive Committee jointly organise “Station by the Sea at Oku-Noto Triennale 2023 — Residence and Exhibition Programme”. Anthony Ko was selected as the participating artist through an open call for residence proposals.

Anthony Ko’s “Land of Unknowing Sceneries” seeks to rediscover the forgotten meaning of travel. While appreciating the artworks, the exhibition hopes that viewers will also embark on completely different journeys, as if stepping into a tunnel leading to another world, and rediscover the sights encountered along the way. “Land of Unknowing Sceneries” consists of two sets of artworks – The Long-awaited Boredom and Secret Express – inspired by Anthony Ko’s exploration during his residency at the former Ukai Station. The Long-awaited Boredom combines the artist’s exploratory perspective with collaborative creations with local residents. Using ready-made objects, the artwork features various figurines mimicking the faces and state of passengers, transforming the waiting room into an extraordinary space. Secret Express is a small bridge connecting the two platforms in the former Ukai Station. It incorporates an infinite mirror reflection effect, piecing together hidden realms discovered by Anthony Ko during his journey and offering a glimpse into a new world like looking through a kaleidoscope.

Station by the Sea at Oku-Noto Triennale 2023 — Residence and Exhibition Programme

Date: 23.9 — 12.11.2023
Venue: Former Ukai Station, Suzu, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
Address: 18 Horyumachi Ukai, Suzu-shi, Ishikana Prefecture, Japan 927-1222
Opening Hours: 9:30 — 17:00 (Closed on Thursdays)

View and download here: Exhibition Pamphlet (8.6 MB)

Please click the link below to join our 360-degree virtual exhibition anytime and anywhere:
https://www.apo.hk/SBTS2023/VR/