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Island Soundscape
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Island Soundscape is an immersive journey into the auditory soul of Taiwan—an exploration and reimagining of the island’s diverse acoustic landscapes, transformed into a contemporary interplay of sound and light.


In this collage-like sound theater, sound becomes a walkable landscape. Guided by spheres of light, visitors trace Taiwan’s acoustic memories—birds in the forest, waves on the shore, wind through rice paddies, the din of street corners and temple festivals. Inspired by Taiwan’s endemic species, artists merge mythical beasts with spatial sound to create mystical “sound totems”—symbols of Taiwan’s hybrid cultural spirit, seen through the lens of sound. This is an experience of “believing in life,” where sound captures the passage of time and holds our deepest memories and emotions. Close your eyes to hear the island’s memory; open them to feel the sacred spirit of Taiwan.

“Taiwan’s Endemic Species + Light Field”
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Li Yu-shen’s series of Taiwan endemics, born of ecology and belief, take the form of mythical beasts inhabiting the exhibition space.

 

 Lighting by Lee Wen-cheng deepens the sense of Taiwan as an otherworldly realm, creating a sacred atmosphere where visitors feel as if entering a temple—resonating with the island’s soundscape.

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Spatial Light Installation｜LEE Wen-Cheng external link

Born in 1982 in Yilan, Lee Wen-Cheng rediscovered his hometown through art. Calling himself “Super-Taiwan Lee Wen-Cheng,” he works toward the goal of cultural nation-building, with the aspiration of becoming an artist who leads like the king of kids. Centered on collaborative creation, Lee uses a wide range of tools, including digital images, animation, spatial design, installation, games, curatorial work, cross-disciplinary projects, and artistic direction, to foster dialogue through art. He seeks to transform the charm and kitsch of everyday Taiwanese life into avant-garde symbols, experimenting with the diverse vitality of local culture and hoping to inspire a renewed sense of identity and appreciation for Taiwanese artistic expression.

Endemic Species Artwork｜LI Yu-Shen external link external link

Theatrical costume designer and deity sculptor. Born in 1983 into a family of western-style tailors, Li Yu-Shen has been active in the theater world since 2003, working in visual design and costume design. In recent years, his creative focus has shifted toward reimagining Taiwanese folk beliefs in a contemporary context. Before 2017, he dressed people; after 2017, he began dressing Taiwan’s deities.

“Hard, Hard (Taiwan-Japan Exchange Version)”
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LuxuryLogico sets up a luminous sphere of belief drifting through miniature soundscapes. Evocative scenes shared by Taiwan and Japan—mansions, train stations, streetlamps, and parks—interweave to guide viewers through flickers of memory, awakening echoes from deep within.

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Sound & Light Programming and Direction｜LuxuryLogico external link external link

LuxuryLogico works with a hybrid, cross-disciplinary approach, creating work that spans theater, film, dance, architecture, pop music, and even economic behavior. By weaving together music, visuals, installations, and text, their projects take on a multitude of forms. Their style leans toward clean, minimal structures that convey a sense of ease, often drawing inspiration from the natural environment to explore reflections on the human condition within a spectacle-driven society. At the heart of their practice is a search for harmony between the extremes of advanced technology and deeply human concerns, aiming to spark creativity along the way.

Sound Design ｜KO Chih-Hao

Ko Chih-Hao is a Taiwanese musician whose musical style spans past and present, East and West, as well as classical pieces, jazz, electronic music, and traditional opera forms (Peking opera, Kunqu, Taiwanese opera, and glove puppetry). His works take shape in concerts, television, film, stage plays, and musicals. He is dedicated to the collection and re-creation of Taiwanese traditional music, multiple languages, Eastern rituals, and traditional opera.

“Taiwan Sound Field + Text Wall”
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Taiwan Sound Field + Text Wall unfolds as an immersive auditory journey, looping through six distinct soundscapes of Taiwan that range from nature’s whispers to the pulse of city life. As luminous spheres glide, sound and memory intertwine, inviting visitors into a theater of life and perception. A dynamic text wall, crafted by Yendesign, transforms sound into trilingual poetic prose that rises and falls with the rhythm, allowing audiences not only to hear but to read sound and thus weaving an ongoing dialogue between language and voice.

Ko Chih-hao is a Taiwanese musician whose style bridges past and present, East and West, while blending classical, jazz, electronic music, and traditional operatic forms such as Peking opera, Kunqu, Taiwanese opera, and glove puppetry. His work spans concerts, television, film, theater, and musicals. He is deeply committed to collecting and reimagining Taiwan’s traditional music, diverse languages, Eastern rituals, and operatic heritage.

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Music Composition ｜KO Chih-Hao external link external link

Ko Chih-Hao is a Taiwanese musician whose musical style spans past and present, East and West, as well as classical pieces, jazz, electronic music, and traditional opera forms (Peking opera, Kunqu, Taiwanese opera, and glove puppetry). His works take shape in concerts, television, film, stage plays, and musicals. He is dedicated to the collection and re-creation of Taiwanese traditional music, multiple languages, Eastern rituals, and traditional opera.

Exhibition Visual Design ｜YENDESIGN external link external link

Yendesign specializes in visual creativity and brand integration design. The team’s expertise spans graphic design, motion graphics, digital media, and spatial planning, dedicated to exploring the possibilities of design across various mediums. With experience participating in numerous art festivals, exhibitions, and large-scale events, Yendesign excels at transforming abstract concepts into compelling visual narratives that resonate with audiences. Beyond emphasizing design professionalism, Yendesign values the connection between creativity and culture, striving to bridge brands and audiences through design to create memorable and impactful experiences.

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  • Time
    8 / 2 (Sat.) - 8 / 20 (Wed.)
    10:00 - 18:00

    ※ On August 8, 9, 15, and 16, the exhibition “Taiwan Spectrum” will close early at 17:00 due to private evening events.
  • Location
    VS. STUDIO B(at GRAND GREEN OSAKA)
  • Fee
    Free Admission