Otemachi One PR Office “Otemachi One ART BREAK” 2025 Second Edition! “O by Russell Maurice”

【Otemachi One PR Office】 “Otemachi One ART BREAK” Part 2 of 2025! “O by Russell Maurice” ​ Otemachi OnePR Office Press Release: September 17, 2025 “Otemachi One ART BREAK” 2nd edition in 2025! “O by Russell Maurice” ■ Public Art Exhibition by Russell Maurice ■Enjoy a relaxing time with music and carefully selected food on an autumn evening Event Period: Wednesday, September 24th to Friday, November 7th Otemachi One, a complex directly connected to Otemachi Station, is currently running “Otemachi One ART BREAK,” a space where visitors can take a break and unwind in the heart of Otemachi, combining nature and art. Following on from its first project of 2025, “Otemachi One Bamboo Lanterns – Buds of Light,” which was well-received on television and in other media, the second project of 2025 will be “O by Russell Maurice,” running from Wednesday, September 24, 2025, to Friday, November 7, 2025.
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Russell Morris is an artist born in Newcastle, England, and currently living in Japan. He is well versed in a wide range of fields, including natural science, animism, science fiction, and animation, and has earned international acclaim for his fusion of these fields in works such as semi-abstract paintings, three-dimensional and two-dimensional collages, sculptures, and photography. This event was made possible by the resonance between the garden space that thrives in the urban space of Otemachi and the creative philosophy of Russell Morris, whose work focuses on the structure and cycles of the natural world. This work, which creates a space in the city where people can feel the connection between nature and people, and between people, will bring a new color to the Otemachi landscape. This exhibition features a large, symbolic sculpture created by Russell Morris specifically for Otemachi One ART BREAK, as well as a series of small bronze works that harmonize with the lawn area. In addition, from Wednesday, September 24th to Friday, October 3rd, 2025 (excluding Saturdays and Sundays), and from Monday, October 27th to Friday, October 31st, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, we will be holding “MUSIC BAR in Otemachi.” This event, which attracts many visitors every month with music that fills the entire Otemachi One Garden and a selection of specialty food trucks, will be held at the same time. For the first time, during the opening three days from September 24th (Wed) to 26th (Fri), we will be hosting an outdoor DJ event featuring artists and DJs such as Russell Maurice, creating an even more spectacular evening.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-928a763aa078cd4b8d2fa70d31066916-602×226.png “Otemachi One ART BREAK” is an initiative to create a “space for relaxation” where nature and art coexist in harmony in Otemachi, facing the Imperial Palace. Since the opening of “Otemachi One GARDEN,” art exhibitions have been held continuously. In 2025, three years after its opening, the concept was relaunched. 【Highlights】 ＜Exhibition Title＞ O by Russell Maurice (Russell Maurice Exhibition “O”) O by Russell Maurice is a group of public art pieces created for “Otemachi One ART BREAK.” Comprised of large sculptures and small bronze sculptures, the installation unfolds in relation to the environment and visitors. Russell Maurice’s consistent pursuit of the natural world, extending from the earth to the cosmos, embodies the structures and phenomena of plants and animals, as well as their interconnectedness, in bold yet approachable expressions. The logo is inspired by a “ring,” which symbolizes the cycle of nature, and features a sophisticated circular design. ＜Title of each work＞ 《You might not like it, but we’re all connected》 (2025) (You May Not Like It, But We Are All Connected) This work is based on the hexagon, a shape commonly found in nature. The two ends of a caterpillar-like shape connect to form a ring symbolizing infinity. Hexagons are a natural shape that appears in everything from the smallest to planetary scales, including snowflakes, insects’ compound eyes, beehives, and Saturn’s north pole. The continuous circle also symbolizes the cycle of nature, and the two facing faces suggest different emotions existing simultaneously.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-6787b871243bd51af8cb2da258fa16f8-1791×1796.png Silver is Russell Morris’s favorite color. Graffiti artists primarily use car paint when creating their works, but they face the challenge of it not adhering to surfaces and easily bleeding. Among these, silver paint is the only one that can be applied thickly and firmly to any material, creating powerful and beautiful expressions. Because of these characteristics, he uses silver extensively in his work, and he has created many works using silver throughout his career. To him, silver is a color that “always looks beautiful.” This installation also features a series of bronze statues measuring 15-35cm. Inspired by the mysterious natural phenomenon known as “fairy rings,” in which mushrooms grow in a circular pattern on the lawn, three types of works, each consisting of seven statues, will be arranged in a circle on the lawn of Otemachi One Garden.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-44063782192684b7f1f6610210615c26-2024×2700.png Ring of Saturn (2025) *The image is a 3D rendering. It may appear slightly different from the actual artwork. 《Hexenringe》 (2025) This work is based on the motif of mushrooms. Fungi are like a vast network that spans the globe, connecting ecosystems. 《Anstrato’s》 (2025) Through abstract characters, I express the wonders of this world, the invisible, and beings beyond human understanding. 《Ring of Saturn》 (2025) This work depicts Saturn as a face. A hexagonal cloud at Saturn’s north pole echoes the large sculpture, evoking a sense of connection that extends from nature to the cosmos. 【Russell Maurice Profile】
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-1a3526d59e5a24b6a9ee70cf666af488-2368×2368.png Maurice is a British artist living in Japan. He has been involved in graffiti culture since the 1980s and founded the brand “The Gasface” (later Gasius) in 1993. He has collaborated with Medicom Toy, Nike, and others. Maurice’s work, which combines comics and abstract expressionism, has influenced many artists across borders and plays an important role in historicizing graffiti. With a deep knowledge of not only music and fashion, but also science fiction and animation, and a wide range of interests and knowledge, including natural science and computer science, he pursues a unique style of expression that crosses the boundaries of street culture and contemporary art.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-6f9e51d2997cc2fdd267ca8f2395c299-1803×2700.jpg I currently live in Zushi and work in an atelier surrounded by nature, including mountains and the sea. 【Event Overview】 Event Name: O by Russell Maurice (Russell Maurice Exhibition “O”) Overview: Public art exhibition by Russell Morris Period: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 to Friday, November 7, 2025 Location: Otemachi One GARDEN, 1-2-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0004 Simultaneous event: MUSIC BAR in Otemachi. 】 ~ A special evening surrounded by carefully selected food and music ~
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-03639babec3f3c10403f4d18aa0d543b-2048×2048.jpg Implementation period: 1. Wednesday, September 24, 2025 to Friday, October 3, 2025 (excluding Saturdays and Sundays) 2. Monday, October 27, 2025 to Friday, October 31, 2025 Event Hours: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Venue: Otemachi One GARDEN We offer a luxurious experience that satisfies all five senses with a wide variety of drinks, carefully selected foods, and even healthy wellness foods. Experience a special evening where art, music, and fine cuisine resonate together under the liberating city sky. *Please check the special website for
participating stores. ※Event will proceed in the rain, but will be canceled in severe weather. 【Limited-time outdoor DJ event】 ~ Comfortable beats and a relaxing atmosphere created by DJs ~ Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-986b3b77496c17717d4b5f1bd3ec4138-1498×842.png This time, a live DJ will make a special appearance on Otemachi’s luxurious nightlife, where art and music blend together. Day 1 will be themed around “ART,” with DJs active in the art world, including Russell Morris, spinning sounds. On Days 2 and 3, DJs carefully selected by music curation media “Spincoaster” will light up the Otemachi nightlife with sophisticated beats. Event Period: Wednesday, September 24th to Friday, September 26th Event Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Event Venue: Otemachi One GARDEN DAY1 September 24th (Wednesday) Art Music Night -Opening Event- DJs: “Russell Morris,” “iz,” and “DJ Trystero” We’ll be hosting a spectacular opening event featuring Russell Morris, who also works as DJ Gassy and is responsible for this installation, as well as the visual artist iz and the creatively brilliant DJ Trystero. DAY2 September 25th (Thursday) AZZ HOUSE Night DJs: “Yusuke Takayama” and “Dr. Pay” Veteran Yusuke Takayama, who has supported Journal Standard for over 20 years, focusing on jazz and house, and Dr. Pay, who is making strides in Tokyo, will light up the night with sounds that transcend generations. DAY3 Friday, September 26th CITY POP Night DJ: “DJ HASEBE”, “Sam is Ohm” DJ HASEBE has been a driving force in Japanese club culture since the ’90s. His urban, mellow grooves come together with Sam is Ohm’s sophisticated track selection, vividly depicting the world of city pop. *Please check the special website for details. *Rain or shine, stormy weather canceled ■September 24
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-72dc77944189efb735b6b2f8bf7a8be8-3000×2001.jpg 【Notes】 *Images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product. *For details, please visit the Otemachi One ART BREAK special website. Any additions or changes to event information will be posted on the special website. Otemachi One ART BREAK special website https://otemachi-one.com/art-event/ Otemachi One website https://otemachi-one.com/ [About “Otemachi One”] “Otemachi One” is a facility directly connected to Otemachi Subway Station, housing a wide variety of shops and offices to meet a variety of needs. “Otemachi One” embodies the desire to make Otemachi 1-Chome a “one-of-a-kind” neighborhood that continues to deliver new value to the world. Directly connected to Otemachi Subway Station, it offers a wide variety of dining options to meet a variety of needs, as well as a full range of facilities to support the health of office workers, including clinics and running stations. “Otemachi One GARDEN” is one of the largest green spaces in the Otemachi One area. The lush 6,000m² green space, contiguous with the greenery of the Imperial Palace, contributes to the surrounding environment by creating a cool spot in the city center, achieving carbon neutrality, and promoting
biodiversity. With a grassy plaza at its core, the approximately 3,000m² space will create a lively atmosphere around Otemachi One.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164051/2/164051-2-1da86ab92f3d6e227fe65f3a8db6dcc8-3900×1747.jpg 【Access from nearby stations】 Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Marunouchi Line, Directly connected to C4 and C5 exits of Otemachi Station on the Hanzomon Line, Tozai Line, and Toei Mita Line. 5-minute walk from Takebashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line. 14-minute walk from JR Tokyo Station (Marunouchi Central Exit). 12-minute walk from JR Kanda Station (South Exit). *Travel times may vary depending on the time of day.
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