Talk Event “Useless Science and Art vol.2” Held at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo

As a related event to the exhibition MOT Collection: Mission∞Infinity – Space × Art × Quantum, currently being held at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, the talk event “Useless Science and Art vol.2: Prototyping ‘Useless’ Science and Art” took place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

This event was organized in connection with Black Hole Recorder, a work inspired by quantum black hole theory. Researchers and creators gathered to discuss the new possibilities that can emerge from ideas that may initially appear “useless.” Approximately 110 people attended the event.
During the talks, the speakers introduced the conceptual framework of Black Hole Recorder and the theoretical ideas behind its creation. Visitors were also able to experience part of the work through a listening session held at the venue.

The speakers included Tetsuo Hatsuda (Team Director, Quantum Mathematical Science Team, RIKEN iTHEMS), Koji Hashimoto (Professor, Graduate School of Science, Kyoto University), Yoshihiro Kozuka (Creative Director, ADK Marketing Solutions), and Haruka Kodama (Experience Designer, ADK Marketing Solutions). From their respective professional perspectives, they exchanged ideas on collaborations between science and art. Professor Hashimoto also discussed his cross-disciplinary activities exploring the theme of “Quantum × Music,” including translating concepts from quantum physics into musical expression.

This program was held as the second installment of an ongoing talk series. Following the first session, the discussion further explored the significance of initiatives that bridge academic research and creative practice.

After the main event, a wrap-up talk featuring participating artists, creators, and researchers from the exhibition was also held, with the same members continuing the discussion.