MY OLD LIFE IN JAPAN

 The Yoshii Pothole Park Photo Art Project takes a deep dive into the evolving landscape of Yoshii, Sasebo, blending the historical, natural, and whimsical aspects of this small yet striking sub-village. Using Google Street View as a time capsule, the project reflects on how this area has changed over the past 20 years, capturing not just the physical shifts in the environment, but also the subtle shifts in community life.

Pothole Park, with its geological oddities formed by centuries of erosion, serves as a metaphor for the passage of time. As Street View now offers a look at the same scene two decades later, the changes are evident—not just in the park's natural elements but in the fabric of everyday life. The potholes themselves remain as iconic markers of Yoshii's unique landscape, yet around them, new structures have risen, and older ones have faded, making it a poignant reflection of both nature's permanence and the transient human footprint.

This project also draws attention to the quiet beauty of Yoshii’s surroundings, where the community interacts with both nature and history. The nearby Fukui Cave, which houses artifacts from over 12,000 years ago, stands as a silent witness to the continuity of life in this region. The contrast between the ancient and modern is amplified by the Street View imagery—how today’s street corners and homes intertwine with the deep, rich history of the land.

Through the lens of Google Street View, this art project tells the story of a place in flux, where both natural formations and human experiences leave their mark, echoing across generations. As the digital canvas unfolds, the playful, whimsical elements of the park come alive, celebrating the quiet transformation that time brings to both nature and people.

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