Outdoor x Art x Machinaka Troll Forest 2021
*Information at the time of adoption.
- Name of the organization or individual
- Troll Forest Executive Committee
- subsidy category
- Regional Grant
- Grant Type
- single year
Reiwa 3 (2021) Tokyo Area Arts and Culture Grant (Third Application)
Business Overview
"Troll Forest" is an international outdoor art exhibition that started in 2002 in Tokyo's Zenpukuji Park in Suginami Ward. Since 2013, they have expanded the area to the JR Nishi-Ogikubo area, and are developing various art projects such as performances at renovated cafes and natural food restaurants, and projects to discover the charm of the town. This year marks the 20 year anniversary of the event. For three weeks in November, it is an opportunity to experience familiar art.
- Period of Activity / Project
- November 3, 2021 (Tue/holiday) - 23rd (Mon/holiday)
- Venues
- Metropolitan Zenpuku-ji Park, Momoi Daiyon Elementary School, Yukobo Art Space, Balthazar, Cafe Kawasemi Piplet, Gallery Mizunosora and others (Suginami Ward, Tokyo)
*Information such as project outlines is provided by organizations and individuals providing subsidies.
Profile
[Troll Forest Executive Committee]
The Troll Forest Executive Committee is an organization composed of participating artists, local galleries, activity groups, elementary schools and their support organizations. The project aims to provide a venue for the presentation of contemporary art works, promote understanding of art among local residents, foster interest in art among children and young people and their desire to express themselves, create a new town network through contemporary art, and revitalize the town through projects.