BIOGRAPHY

Jun / Jun Iwasaki

Goldfish Photographer

Born into 'Iwasaki Shoten,' a goldfish purveyor in Asakusabashi with a 65-year legacy. At 19, he apprenticed under Akira Ikeya and Toshiteru Katsuta, honing his craft in portraiture and advertising photography. Captivated by the history of goldfish since 1584, he debuted as a Goldfish Photographer at the Nihonbashi Art Aquarium in 2006, overseeing its visual identity through posters and urban installations. His lens captures the ephemeral vitality of goldfish—the dance of water, light, and life. His work unveils a fantastical, aquatic microcosm, like a window to another dimension. Blending dynamism with serenity, his 'healing' art continues to mesmerize audiences.

Juane / Tae Morikawa

Resin & Digital Artist

Born in Fukuoka as the eldest daughter of calligrapher Ryun Asakura, she grew up immersed in painting, sculpture, and theater. Influenced by her artistic roots, she turned her gaze to social and environmental themes. Her acclaimed works capture the fragile beauty of endangered species and the fleeting existence of soap bubbles. Since 2004, she has taught resin and clay art while championing social contribution. Her leadership in the Uomachi Shopping Street SDGs project helped secure the Prime Minister's Award at the 3rd Japan SDGs Awards in 2018. In 2021, struck by Jun Iwasaki's photography and the deep history of goldfish, she began exploring the dualities of human absurdity and brilliance. Adopting the name "Juane"—a fusion of her real name, Tae, and Jun—she united her creative spirit with his, embarking on a shared artistic journey.