Great East Japan Earthquake Press Photo Exhibition

March 2013 will mark the second anniversary of the Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami that devastated eastern Japan. In the months since the disaster struck, and through much pain and suffering, a spirit of hope has prevailed. Now, The Asahi Shimbun newspaper and Mitsubishi Corporation will celebrate the nation’s courage by hosting The Great East Japan Earthquake Press Photo Exhibition in London.

Opening at gallery@oxo on 5 March, the event represents the British leg of a world tour that will showcase the moving selection of photographs detailing the journey undertaken by those left to rebuild their lives.

Beginning with the initial devastation, the exhibition then charts the country's subsequent rebuilding process and today’s air of fresh optimism for the future. Indeed, these images encapsulate the light that continues to shine through the tragedy.

 

Exhibition information
Dates: 5 - 17 March 2013
Opening times: 11am - 6pm
Admission: Free
Venue: gallery@oxo, Oxo Tower Wharf,
South Bank, London SE1 9PH