Ookini Shoten Co., Ltd. press release (2024.10.02) Ookini Shoten Co., Ltd. BIG heart is a landmark! Art building appears in Honmachi, Osaka, event to commemorate completion [Ookini Art Project] Ookini Shoten Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Osaka) brings art to the streets of Osaka. Coloring project “Ookini Art Project”. The 10th project, the cute “Ookini BIGLOVE Building” has finally been completed! Maszakiya Kawaramachi Building (4-5-4 Kawaramachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City) has a retro atmosphere. It has been reborn as the “Ookini BIGLOVE Building”, designed by illustrator So Ohara. Maszakiya Kawaramachi Building (4-5-4 Kawaramachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City) has a retro atmosphere. It has been reborn as the “Ookini BIGLOVE Building”, designed by illustrator So Ohara.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45880/71/45880-71-c28cc104d235005cd12af870e03ed0eb-3900×2925.jpg The bold design uses bright colors and makes everything from the walls to the window glass seem like a canvas. “BLACKBEAR”, a black bear character with round eyes, also appears! All murals are expertly hand-painted by artisans. The tenants of “Ookini BIGLOVE Building” are pubs and restaurants, Anyone can feel free to use it. Please enjoy the impressive art and food together.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45880/71/45880-71-d792209fa42bbe7d0e1d64c39eb67b00-3900×2925.jpg The Ookini BIGLOVE Building is located in the Honmachi area, one of Osaka’s most representative office districts. It is located right next to the Ookini KOKODESU Kawaramachi 4-chome Building, part of the 6th Ookini Art Project. This project has created a lively streetscape lined with art buildings.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45880/71/45880-71-f490f7eb9c33c0039f8fd48b36331294-1024×682.jpg ▲“Ookini KOKODESU Kawaramachi 4-chome Building” This streetscape is a sight that will make the people who visit feel more energetic. We hope that it will become a symbol of Osaka. In addition, to commemorate the birth of “Ookini BIGLOVE Building” A live painting event by So Ohara will be held on the following dates. “Ookini BIGLOVE Building” completion commemorative event overview
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45880/71/45880-71-58905eeb1a3cffd6aa397d2711f58748-3900×2925.jpg ▲Live painting will be held mainly around BLACKBEAR at the north entrance. Date: October 26th (Sat) Time: 13:30-17:00 (planned) *Date and time are subject to change. The latest information will be announced on the Ookini Shoten official Instagram account
(@ookinshouten). Venue: Ookini BIGLOVE Building, 4-5-4 Kawaramachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka Admission fee: Free The final painting will be done by Mr. Sou Ohara. Please enjoy the process of completing the art.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/45880/71/45880-71-4514a8f3b21ffe14aed00fd04a3903f4-1179×1180.jpg [Mr. Sou Ohara Profile] I’m from Osaka! As an illustrator who draws colorful and happy pictures, Approximately 20 exhibits are held at department store events each year. When drawing, my motto is “Just have fun!” It is characterized by works that bring smiles to the faces of those who see them. “Uchinoko goods” available through mail order are very popular! He was also active in live painting at Ookini Festival 2024 and music festival SUMMER SONIC. ▶Achievements ・Illustrator of the Year 2019, 2020 “Excellent Illustrator Award” winner ・“Bear School” Picture book publication with Hiroyuki Aihara HP→ https://oharasou.com/index.html ■“Ookini BIGLOVE Building” design concept comments Salvation Mountain is one of my favorite places. Just by looking at it, I admire the incredibly happy color scheme. I feel that Japanese mural art is mostly art-based and street-based, and there isn’t a lot of cute art. Places like “Salvation Mountain” that make you want to take photos I want to create happy buildings! That’s what I thought and suggested it. [Ookini Shoten Co., Ltd.] The company started out in the real estate industry, mainly in Osaka, and operates a wide range of businesses, including rental conference rooms, restaurant and accommodation businesses, parking lots, and the operation of administrative scrivener’s offices. With the slogan “Make Osaka more energetic! Make it bigger!”, we are conducting projects and initiatives that will increase the attractiveness and value of the city of Osaka. HP: https://shouten.ookini.jp/ What is [Ookini Art Project]… With the concept of “Make Osaka more energetic and bigger!” Ookini Shoten collaborates with many artists Activities that have colored the buildings and streets of Osaka. Rather than building new buildings, we breathe new life into old buildings with a rich history through the power of art A project to revitalize the city of Osaka. Past participating artists: Mr. Seitaro Kuroda, Mr. junichi, Mr. BOXER JUNTARO, Mr. Masao Hatayayama, Mr. Hidekazu Tamura
