Conversation

Megumi Shishikura × Atsuko Izaki "Palestine-Kyoto, from Recipe to Politics"

FREE

2025.5.10: 11:00–12:30

QUESTION 4F

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This event is held in conjunction with Palestinian-American photographer Adam Ruhana's exhibition, "The Logic of Truth", as an opportunity to reflect on how individuals can react, take action, and express their will in response to various social issues, starting with the Palestinian conflict. Shishikura connected with a woman living in Gaza through social media and co-created a cookbook, not only as a means to preserve Palestinian culture as a form of resistance against ethnic cleansing but also to establish a flow where the proceeds are donated. Meanwhile, Izaki has questioned the push for administrative reform driven by economic efficiency and has engaged in various activities aimed at bringing citizens' lives and politics closer together. Through their stories, this event invites you to explore how each of us can actively engage with society.

Important Notice: * Registration will begin 30 minutes prior to the event start time on the 4th floor of QUESTION.

Speakers Speakers

Megumi Shishikura (Culinary Researcher)

Opened the organic grocery store Scoop & Hoe in Kitashirakawa, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto in 2013. Two years later, continued to be active in a various range such as launching the Peace Flag Project in opposition to the national security legislation and initiating a farmers’ market to foster new communities. Since 2017, started working with local communities to bridge the gap between politics and daily life, founding Kurashi to Seiji Café Kyoto. Centering their activities around creating community hubs, began running for Kyoto City Council in 2019 and were successfully elected as an independent candidate in 2023. Have additionally been involved in welfare as a certified care worker, founded a magazine, launched a radio program, and created various media platforms to connect citizens with politics.
Atsuko Izaki (Kyoto City Ccouncil Member)

Opened the organic grocery store Scoop & Hoe in Kitashirakawa, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto in 2013. Two years later, continued to be active in a various range such as launching the Peace Flag Project in opposition to the national security legislation and initiating a farmers’ market to foster new communities. Since 2017, started working with local communities to bridge the gap between politics and daily life, founding Kurashi to Seiji Café Kyoto. Centering their activities around creating community hubs, began running for Kyoto City Council in 2019 and were successfully elected as an independent candidate in 2023. Have additionally been involved in welfare as a certified care worker, founded a magazine, launched a radio program, and created various media platforms to connect citizens with politics.

Moderator Moderator

Yusuke Nakanishi (KYOTOGRAPHIE Co-Founders and Directors)

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Lighting Director. Yusuke Nakanishi was born in 1968 in Fukuoka, and currently lives in Kyoto. He travels the world, expressing his impressions of light and shadow from his memories. He has worked as a lighting director for music videos, feature films, stages, music concerts, fashion shows and interior designs. He also created lighting object series eatable lights and Tamashii and has exhibited installations at the Hara Museum, School Gallery (Paris), including Nuit Blanche in Kyoto. He co-founded KYOTOGRAPHIE with Lucille Reyboz in 2013 and is the co-director. In Autumn 2022, he was involved in the creative direction for Van Cleef & Arpels exhibition LIGHT OF FLOWERS, which was held on the grounds of Shimogamo Shrine and the Tadasunomori Forest. In 2023, he co-founded KYOTOPHONIE Borderless Music Festival with Lucille Reyboz.