I am deeply honored to share that our project, the Rohsdorf Castle Old Imari Restoration Project, has been selected for a permanent exhibition at the Austria Pavilion during Expo 2025 Osaka.
This opportunity came at the official request of the Austrian government. A 30-second video capturing the cultural exchange and heartfelt connections we have fostered over the years will be shown on a large screen throughout the event. In addition, fragments of Old Imari porcelain—once protected with care by the Piatti family—will be digitally reimagined in 3D, alongside the Habsburg family collection.
What began a decade ago with a simple tea gathering has now become a symbol of peace and cultural resilience. I hold deep respect for the unwavering conviction of those who safeguarded these fragments through generations, despite the silence that once surrounded them.
To see these stories shared on such a global stage is truly moving. If you plan to attend the Expo, I warmly invite you to visit the Austria Pavilion—no reservations required.
Learn more [here].
