Wild swimming and TikTok dances: Hiroshima today in pictures
Briefly

Aya Fujioka's photographic series, Here Goes River, documents Hiroshima in 2017, showcasing the city's quiet, everyday spaces influenced by its history. In 2023, the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing is marked with selected works displayed at the Tokyo Gendai art fair. Fujioka emphasizes the significance of rivers in understanding her hometown. Through her lens, she captures everyday scenes that mirror historical events, such as the plight of people seeking relief in the aftermath of the bombing. Her work transcends historical burden, promoting personal connection with Hiroshima and its environment.
Aya Fujioka captures Hiroshima's everyday moments, revealing invisible historical weights, particularly through the city's rivers, essential for understanding the lives they touch.
Fujioka felt deeply connected to Hiroshima through its rivers, their stillness and movement reflecting her evolving understanding of the city's relationship with water.
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