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A 70-metre figure that burst through the Expo's great roof; the Tree of Life inside was sealed for 48 years and reopened in 2018.
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The Tower of the Sun (太陽の塔, Taiyō no Tō) is an avant-garde sculpture and building created by Japanese artist Tarō Okamoto. It was known as the symbol of Expo '70 and is currently preserved and located in Expo '70 Commemorative Park in Suita, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. The tower has multiple faces on its front and back. It was designated a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan in 2020.
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Founded / opened：1970 Architect / artist：Taro Okamoto Highlights / collection：Three Faces, Tree of Life inside Genre：Contemporary art, Sculpture, Architecture
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