"Wind" is the inaugural chapter of the「Kyoto Harmony」series. In this photography project, I aim to visually interpret the historical and atmospheric essence of Kyoto, Japan, through the four fundamental elements of Buddhist culture: wind, fire, water, and earth.

This chapter, "Wind", employs typological photography to spotlight the "noren", a traditional Japanese curtain that has evolved from a winter warmth accessory to a year-round decorative element at the entrances of shops, storefronts, and traditional homes throughout Kyoto. These curtains not only add aesthetic appeal but also extend a warm welcome to visitors.

Crafted from lightweight materials such as linen, noren curtains uniquely respond to the slightest breeze. Their unpredictable fluttering and swirling movements vividly capture the dynamic presence of wind, effectively making the invisible visible.