December 2013, Nikon Kenkyukai 2
December 2013, Nikon Kenkyukai     2

Brilliant Light from Old Window

Special Reception

Before the meeting, the members and guests of the Nikon Kenkyukai toured the inside of the residence. The interior of the residence was maintained in very good condition.

Akihiko Suzuki introduced Dr. Toshikatsu Otani to the participant

The inspection tour was concluded, after which we took our seats in the main dining room. Michio Akiyama provided a comprehensive overview of the reception party, including an introduction to the guest to the participants.

Furthermore, Akihiko Suzuki introduced Dr. Toshikatsu Otani to the participants. Dr. Otani is the chief director of the Otani Art Museum Foundation. Furthermore, he is an emeritus professor at Nihon University. He is a management representative of Kyu-Furukawa Residence. Dr. Otani has been a long-standing supporter of Nikon.

Dr. Toshikatsu Otani
The Chief Director of OTANI ART MUSEUM FOUNDATION
Emeritus Professor of Nihon University

The Lecture About the Japanese Culture and the Pride of Japanese

Dr. Otani began his lecture. This western-style residence and garden were designed by British architect Josiah Conder (1852-1920), who played an active part in the Meiji and Taisho eras. Conder made significant contributions to the development of architecture in Japan, working on projects such as the Iwasaki residence, the Rokumeikan, and Nikolai Cathedral. Dr. Otani provided a detailed account of the significant restoration project undertaken at the Furukawa residence. The restoration of the Furukawa residence took seven years.

Dr. Otani's Very Exciting Lecture

Learn about Japanese Culture

Coffee Break

Dr. Otani kindly prepared a selection of sweets and coffee for us. A delicious cake and coffee are required to facilitate an engaging discussion about the exciting developments at Nikon.

Coffee Break

The Sweets from Dr. Otani

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