SHINCHIKA

Creative unit combining original graphics, visuals, lyrics and music to a unique form of entertainment. Founded in 2002 by Tsuyoshi Hisakado, Yosuke Fujino, Rinshiro Fujiki, Shimpei Yoshikawa and Toki Katsumura, inspired by the "Shinsekai Kokusai Chika Gekijo" theatre in Osaka's Shinsekai amusement district. They assemble their works by connecting and editing fragmentary images born out of each member's recollections, living environments and daily activities. The results are little episodes that reflect exquisitely the bizarre fantasy world of Shinchika. The group showcased their work in an exhibition at Ota Fine Arts, Tokyo, in 2008.