Tower of the ever young sun

Tower of the Ever Young Sun is a modern metal artwork featuring angular geometric forms that rises 26 meters high within Japan Monkey Park. The structure is composed of welded metal segments arranged to create a dynamic and abstract composition.

The artwork was created in 1969 by Japanese artist Taro Okamoto as part of his series exploring cosmic themes and natural forces through monumental sculpture. Okamoto was a pioneer of abstract art in Japan, using large-scale forms to express philosophical concepts.

The structure expresses the idea of eternal youth through geometric forms and its reflective metal surface, showing Japanese interpretations of solar energy. Visitors experience it as a visual symbol that conveys movement and renewal.

The sculpture can be approached from the park pathways and viewed from multiple vantage points throughout the area. Walking around it from different angles helps you see its proportions and form more completely.

The metal surface changes appearance throughout the day as sunlight strikes the angular surfaces and creates shifting shadow effects. This constant transformation throughout daytime hours is central to how the artist intended the work to be experienced.

Location: Inuyama

Inception: 1969

Creator: Tarō Okamoto

Height: 26 m

GPS coordinates: 35.39042,136.95317

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22