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 Cosplay at Christmasland A reveler dresses up for New Taipei City's annual Christmasland, opens to the public till 1 January 2019. The entire Banqiao area, including New Taipei City Plaza, New Banqiao Central Park and Banqiao Station Building, is transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland with extensive lights and the tallest Christmas tree in Taiwan. New Taipei . Taiwan | 2018 31 Dec 2018  Christmas at Tai Kwun Cartier unveiled their first-ever outdoor Christmas tree in Hong Kong. It's a beautiful 12-metre-tall tree at Tai Kwun's parade ground (Tai Kwun's first as well) to commemorate the joyous holiday season, with changing colour and accompanying music. Through 1 January. SOHO . Hong Kong | 2018 30 Dec 2018  Floating Christmas at PMQ As the balloon gently rises and aimlessly floats in the sky filled with magical lights, the long-lost childhood memories are awakened, and the mind is cleared. Experience a unique Christmas vibe co-created by PMQ and AaaM Architects, from noon to 8 pm, through 2 January. SOHO . Hong Kong | 2018 29 Dec 2018  Liu Xiaobo Remembered at HKU Activists gather outside the Student Union of The University of Hong Kong (HKU), where a memorial statue of Liu Xiaobo is located, to mourn the Nobel Peace Prize winner of 2010, on his 63rd birthday on 28 December. Liu was a university professor turned human rights campaigner, jailed in 2009 for inciting subversion for 11 years. Liu died under Chinese custody on 13 July 2017. HKU Student Union has agreed to host Liu's memorial statue but the university authority has yet to approve a location months after the request. Pokfulam . Hong Kong | 2018 28 Dec 2018  Ai Loves Hakata Xmas Lights Ai, meaning 'love' in Japanese and a motocycle enthusiast, rides her favourite bike to her favourite Christmas illumination at JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka. An impressive 800,000 lights form a large-scale, winter illumination to celebrate the 8th anniversary of JR Hakata City. Fukuoka . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 27 Dec 2018  Jotenji Zen Temple Jotenji temple, founded in 1241, is a beautiful Zen temple located near Hakata, the heart of busy Fukuoka, Japan. It features a Buddhist Zen garden which offers peace and tranquility. Not usually open to the public, this Zen garden can be seen from the opposite garden or avenue outside. Before Zen's introduction to Japan, Buddhism has a long history in Japan since 500 AD. The new teachings of Zen, which Eisai amassed during his travels in China, promoted meditation and discipline as the means to enlightenment and became very popular with the samurai class who has political power. Fukuoka . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 26 Dec 2018  Fukuoka Xmas Lights Enter the Tenjin Kego Park and be mesmerized by the Christmas illumination. Take your kids to ride on the popular mini Christmas train, or take pictures with the heart-shaped lit-up flower frame and plenty of other illumination. Fukuoka . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 25 Dec 2018  Shofukuji Zen Temple Shofukuji has the distinction of being the first Zen temple constructed in Japan. It was founded in 1195 by the priest Eisai, who introduced the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism from China. Before Zen's introduction to Japan, Buddhism has a long history in Japan since 500 AD. The new teachings of Zen, which Eisai amassed during his travels in China, promoted meditation and discipline as the means to enlightenment and became very popular with the samurai class who has political power. Fukuoka . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 24 Dec 2018  Aso Volcano Aso is an active volcano in Central Kyushu and has produced more explosive eruptions than any other volcano in the world. Aso is a caldera about 12 miles (20 km) in diameter. Of the numerous stratovolcanoes and cinder cones inside the caldera, only Naka-dake has been active in historic time. The first documented eruption in Japan was at Naka-dake in 553 AD. Since then, Naka-dake has erupted 167 times. The most recent eruption ended in 1993. Access to the caldera was temporarily stopped today when toxic gases were spewed. Luckily, safe access was restored when wind direction changed. Aso . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 23 Dec 2018  Nagasaki Peace Statue The 10-tonne bronze Nagasaki Peace Statue, designed by Kitamura Selbo, commands over the Peace Park. It is not only a stark reminder of the devastation that befell this city after the detonation of an atomic bomb during last days of World War II on 9 August 1945 but also a dedication to the victims and a cry-out for world peace. Are the politicians in Tokyo listening to the people? Nagasaki . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 22 Dec 2018  Kumamoto Castle after Quake Dominating the skyline, Kumamoto Castle is the third largest in Japan. Built in 1601-07 by daimyo Kato Kiyomasa, it was the seat of the powerful Hosokawa clan. Unfortunately, the castle is closed indefinitely after seriously damaged by the massive quakes of April 2016. The pillars and walls of the main keep were damaged and stone foundations partially crumbled, while some corner towers remain basically intact. Kumamoto . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 21 Dec 2018  Takachiho Gorge The magnificient Takachiho Gorge, with spectacular sheer walls, waterfalls and overhanging rocks, were formed after double eruptions of the Mt Aso volcano over 120,000 years ago. The formation of columnar jointing is due to the rapid cooling of an ancient lava flow that filled the narrow valley of Gokase River. The Takachiho Gorge was designated a National Scenic and Natural Monument on 10 November 1934. Takachiho . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 20 Dec 2018  Takachiho Yokagura Totori Dance of the 33-parts Yokagura, a theatrical Shinto dance and an intangible folk cultural asset, is performed at Takachiho Jinja (Shinto Shrine), nightly 8-9 pm from mid-November to mid-February. Yokagura depicts the Japanese mythology of Amaterasu, the Shinto sun goddess, became so outraged by her brother’s cruel pranks that she hid herself in a cave, refusing to come out and depriving the world of her life-giving light. Takachiho . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 19 Dec 2018  Kirishima Shrine Kirishima Jingu (Shinto Shrine), a landmark of the Kirishima-yaku National Park, was built in 1715. The picturesque orange shrine is the largest of its kind in South Kyushu. Kirishima . Kyushu . Japan | 2018 18 Dec 2018  Joseph Fung on Contemporary Photography For nearly five decades, Joseph Fung Hon Kee has served in multiple roles: photographer, educator, writer, and curator, continually demonstrating impeccable skills and versatility. Fung shares his personal experience as a key figure in the contemporary photography world of Hong Kong and Mainland China. In the background is one of his work in Avant-garde Vision using Polaroid manipulations. Part of the exhibition 'Time/Space: Brief as Photos — Dialogue between Joseph Fung and his Contemporaries' with a selection of his iconic works from the 1980s, at Hong Kong International Photo Festival (HKIPF). At Pao Gallery, Art Centre, through 19 Demember. Wanchai . Hong Kong | 2018 17 Dec 2018  Joseph Fung Photo Retrospective With his forward-looking vision of photographic art, Joseph Fung Hon Kee has been a key figure in the contemporary art world of Hong Kong and Mainland China for nearly five decades, continually demonstrating impeccable skills and versatility. This exhibition 'Time/Space: Brief as Photos — Dialogue between Joseph Fung and his Contemporaries' is a selection of his iconic works from the 1980s. The exhibition explores and spotlights Fung's prolific artistic practice which spans social documentary photography, new documentary photography, conceptual photography, manipulated or para-photography, performative portraitures, digital imaging and photo-installation. Ten prominent visual artists provide responding works and video interviews in parallel. Part of Hong Kong International Photo Festival (HKIPF), at Pao Gallery, Hong Kong Art Centre, through 19 December. Wanchai . Hong Kong | 2018 16 Dec 2018  Christmas Treasures at Harbour City A 60 feet (18 metre) high outdoor Christmas tree and 40 metre long Christmas bridge at Harbour City offer ample photo opportunities during the festive season, through 1 January. Tsimshatsui . Hong Kong | 2018 15 Dec 2018  SantaCon Ho Ho Ho! SantaCon Hong Kong 2018 kicked off on Saturday, 8 December at de Belgie bar in SOHO at 12:30 pm. Hundreds dressed in red Santa suits, Christmas trees and other related costumes, joined the festivities. Organised by Laura, donation was made to the charity ImpactHK. SOHO . Hong Kong | 2018 14 Dec 2018  Pulse Light Festival 14 artists from around the world is displaying their light-inspired installations along Victoria Harbour, brightening up this winter at Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival. XTree by 1024 Architecture from France and others at The International Light Art Display turns the city into an interactive contemporary art playground, plus four symbolic Hong Kong installations by local artists, through 1 January. Central . Hong Kong | 2018 13 Dec 2018  Winterfest The Christmas tree in Statue Square lights up with the iconic Hong Kong Club Building against the colourful clouds aloft, painted by the setting sun. Part of the Winterfest celebrations plus Light Festival with art installations that makes December in Hong Kong aglow with light, through 1 January. Central . Hong Kong | 2018 12 Dec 2018  Cynthia and Xiao as 10 Asian Designers to Watch CYNTHIA & XIAO was launched by design duo Cynthia Mak and Xiao Xiao in 2014. A Hong Kong native, Mak honed her skills at brands such as Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood, while Xiao studied fine arts and textiles before specialising in knitwear. Their label offers striking and graphic knitwear with handcrafted details, in easy-to-wear silhouettes. They are part of the curated exhibition of 10 Asian Designers to Watch, celebrating innovation, cutting-edge design and remarkable craftsmanship by displaying capsule collections, at The Qube, PMQ, through 11 December. SOHO . Hong Kong | 2018 11 Dec 2018  Ophelia Wins Human Rights Arts Eaton Award French artist Ophelia Jarcarini wins the Eaton Award of Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize for her work 'Blooming 2', an embroidered female nude body, through which the artist explores the voice of a female sexual life, and to defend woman's right as human right. Ophelia works across a wide array of mediums, including photography, painting, drawing, embroidery and sculpture. Her work is intensely personal, revealing intimate details of her soul and thoughts. Her delicate techniques embody her ideas. The Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018 is organised by the Justice Centre. Works of winners and finalists are exhibited at: The Hive Spring Remex Centre 3/F 42 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen, Hong Kong (2 minutes walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station Exit A1) Opening & Award Ceremony: 8 Dec (Sat) 4-8 pm Exhibition: 9 Dec 2018 - 11 Jan 2019 M-F 8am-8pm Wong Chuk Hang . Hong Kong | 2017 10 Dec 2018  Siu Wai-Hang Wins Human Rights Arts Prize Siu Wai-Hang, a lecturer at various art institutes and universities, wins the Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018 with his 6 Min 19 sec video 'Open Ta Kung Pao', a reflection on the annual July 1st rally, on Saturday. Siu's artist statement: 'Numbers, the indicator of satisfaction, but it seemed not work anymore. Tired, no matter how long we can walk, we will never reach the goal. Doubt, somebody ignored our voices even if we were exercising our right, is that the purpose of freedom of speech?' The Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018 is organised by the Justice Centre and works of winners and finalist are exhibited at: The Hive Spring Remex Centre 3/F 42 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen, Hong Kong (2 minutes walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station Exit A1) Opening & Award Ceremony: 8 Dec (Sat) 4-8 pm Exhibition: 9 Dec 2018 - 11 Jan 2019 M-F 8am-8pm Wong Chuk Hang . Hong Kong | 2018 9 Dec 2018  Snowy Spirit of Christmas Experience a traditional white Christmas with a snowy moment over the iconic Regent's Street 'Spirit of Christmas' light display hovering above Lee Tung Avenue. Snow falls for 10 minutes on the hour, between 5pm and 9pm, through 31 December. Wanchai . Hong Kong | 2018 8 Dec 2018  Dinosaur Roams Design Inspire A dinosaur roams the floor of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) at the opening reception of the Melbourne Pavilion at Design Inspire, an exhibition about creativity and design, with thrilling interactive experiences and full of ideas for sophisticated designs elements to inject into businesses and life. Part of Business of Design Week 2018 at HKCEC, through 6 December. Wanchai . Hong Kong | 2018 7 Dec 2018  Ania of Love Hotel Ania White, from Sydney, is Co-Founder of The Love Hotel, purveyor of luxury lingerie, fragrances and lifestyle accessories. Their motto: 'Balancing elegance with eroticism, there's something for everyone to feel electric in their own skin. Embrace the chance to stoke the fires of true desire and set your soul alight.' Sheung Wan . Hong Kong | 2018 6 Dec 2018  Artist Ophelia Hanging Blooming 2 (Finalist for Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018) French artist Ophelia Jarcarini is hanging her work 'Blooming 2', an embroidered female nude body, through which the artist explores the internal voice of a female sexual life, and to defend woman's right as a human right. Ophelia works across a wide array of mediums, including photography, painting, drawing, embroidery and sculpture. Her work is intensely personal revealing intimate details of her soul and thoughts. Her delicate techniques embody her ideas. Blooming 2 was submitted for the Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018 organised by the Justice Centre and selected as a finalist. It will be exhibited at: The Hive Spring Remex Centre 3/F 42 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen, Hong Kong (2 minutes walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station Exit A1) Opening & Award Ceremony: 8 Dec (Sat) 4-8 pm Exhibition: 9 Dec 2018 - 11 Jan 2019 M-F 8am-8pm Wong Chuk Hang . Hong Kong | 2017 5 Dec 2018  Legislator Eddie Chu Barred from Village Election on Shaky Grounds Legislator Eddie Chu Hoi-dick was disqualified from running for a local village's representative. Returning officer Enoch Yuen Ka-lok pointed to Chu's 'implicit' stance on Hong Kong independence and said the lawmaker had dodged his questions on his political beliefs, implying that Chu supports Hong Kong independence. Former HKU law dean Johannes Chan does not believe election officer can provide 'cogent, clear and compelling' evidence for disqualification. Eric Cheung, HKU law professor, says the reasons given for Chu's disqualification were weak and Hong Kong courts must clarify the vagueness in election laws. Chu won with a record 84,121 votes in the 2016 Legislative Council election. Critics cite the ban as another instance of civil rights being eroded in the China-ruled city. The move against Chu adds to a list of other democrats who have been banned from contesting elections, fueling fears of tightening political 'red lines' by Beijing. Admiralty . Hong Kong | 2018 4 Dec 2018  Homework Time for China's 'Low-end Population' (Finalist for Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018) 13 year-old deaf-mute students Chang Jingjing and Huo Xun do their homework using folding chairs as makeshift tables outside their tiny room, which is too small for a table. They are daughters of migrant workers and neighbours of the Liang family in Shahe, a shanty town outside Beijing. Tens of thousands of migrant workers, deemed 'low-end population' by the Chinese government, were forcefully evicted from Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, etc in Nov 2017. These raised concerns that the government discriminate against them after doing the dirtiest jobs to build up the mega cities. Over 100 Chinese intellectuals signed a condemning petition. 3 of 3 images of China's 'Low-end Population' Evictedb> submitted for the Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018 organised by the Justice Centre and selected as a finalist. They will be exhibited at: The Hive Spring Remex Centre 3/F 42 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen, Hong Kong (2 minutes walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station Exit A1) Opening & Award Ceremony: 8 Dec (Sat) 4-8 pm Exhibition: 9 Dec 2018 - 11 Jan 2019 M-F 8am-8pm Shahe . China | 2017 3 Dec 2018  Yearning of China's 'Low-end Population' (Finalist for Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018) After 3 years living in Shahe, Liang Yang (14) and her sister Xiu (8) from Sichuan province, yearn to visit Tiananmen in Beijing, an hour but a world away. They lived with their father Liang Chengsou, a migrant worker, in a Spartan room in a shanty town at a Beijing suburb. Tens of thousands of migrant workers, deemed 'low-end population' by the Chinese government, were forcefully evicted from Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, etc in Nov 2017. These raised concerns that the government discriminate against them after doing the dirtiest jobs to build up the mega cities. Over 100 Chinese intellectuals signed a condemning petition. 2 of 3 images of China's 'Low-end Population' Evictedb> submitted for the Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018 organised by the Justice Centre and selected as a finalist. They will be exhibited at: The Hive Spring Remex Centre 3/F 42 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen, Hong Kong (2 minutes walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station Exit A1) Opening & Award Ceremony: 8 Dec (Sat) 4-8 pm Exhibition: 9 Dec 2018 - 11 Jan 2019 M-F 8am-8pm Shahe . China | 2017 2 Dec 2018  My photo on Hong Kong Free Press  China's 'Low-end Population' Doing the Dirtiest Jobs (Finalist for Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018) 40 year-old migrant Liang Chengsou from Sichuan works underground on the latest Beijing subway extension. Migrant workers from the poorest provinces are the unsung heroes left behind by China's economic miracle. They end up doing the most 'dirty, heavy, hard and exhausting' jobs that the locals mostly avoid in the cities. Tens of thousands of migrant workers, deemed 'low-end population' by the Chinese government, were forcefully evicted from Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, etc in Nov 2017. These raised concerns that the government discriminate against them after doing the dirtiest jobs to build up the mega cities. Over 100 Chinese intellectuals signed a condemning petition. 1 of 3 images of China's 'Low-end Population' Evictedb> submitted for the Hong Kong Human Rights Arts Prize 2018 organised by the Justice Centre and selected as a finalist. They will be exhibited at: The Hive Spring Remex Centre 3/F 42 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen, Hong Kong (2 minutes walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station Exit A1) Opening & Award Ceremony: 8 Dec (Sat) 4-8 pm Exhibition: 9 Dec 2018 - 11 Jan 2019 M-F 8am-8pm Beijing . China | 2017 1 Dec 2018 Archive: Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2018 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2017 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2016 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2015 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb 2014 |
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