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Ryuichi Sakamoto Returns in Mixed Reality (MR) — The Long-Awaited Japan Premiere of 'KAGAMI'

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Q: What is 'KAGAMI' and how does it bring Ryuichi Sakamoto back to life?
A: 'KAGAMI' is a mixed reality (MR) work that captures Ryuichi Sakamoto's piano performance in three dimensions, meticulously recreating his figure through unique 3D imaging technology for an immersive experience.
Q: Who collaborated with Ryuichi Sakamoto on the creation of 'KAGAMI'?
A: The project 'KAGAMI' was created in collaboration with Tin Drum, led by Todd Eckert, who was responsible for production and visual design over the final four years of Sakamoto's life.
Q: What kind of experience can audiences expect when viewing 'KAGAMI' in Japan?
A: Audiences will wear special transparent headsets to witness a tangible, recreated figure of Ryuichi Sakamoto at the grand piano, accompanied by ethereal 3D visuals from Tin Drum that respond to the music.
Q: Besides the MR performance, what other elements are included in the 'KAGAMI' exhibition space?
A: The venue will also feature a curated selection of videos, photographs, texts, and a scent specially chosen by Ryuichi Sakamoto himself, designed to quietly awaken the senses of visitors.
Q: What was Ryuichi Sakamoto's personal reflection on the virtual presence created in 'KAGAMI'?
A: Ryuichi Sakamoto reflected on the virtual me inside reality that does not age and will continue to play the piano for years, questioning humanity's future existence and the potential for empathy across vast timescales.