Niseko becomes even more interesting when people come and go and influence each other.

Many artists have exhibited at the WHITE WALL ROOM to date, and four of them are attempting long-term stays, sleeping and creating works on the second floor of SPROUT.

"Because the environment is not fancy enough to be called an artist-in-residence, we have planned a 'homestay artist' program. After the exhibition is over, each artist's work is displayed one by one in the room where they were staying."

While creating and exhibiting their works, they also had a major impact on local people in the Niseko area, including Touge-san.

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"For example, the artist Sasaki Ai taught me how to look at artworks through our conversations during my stay. I thought it was interesting that if you think about coffee as a work of expression, that same way of looking at it could be applied to coffee as well. On the other hand, I did yoga with the silkscreen artist Kazamata Naomi every day from 5am in this space decorated with Naomi's works (laughs). After continuing this for a year, my body and mind have undergone major changes."

In addition to art, the space also hosts a variety of events, including photo exhibitions, clothing and accessory sales, talk sessions and seminars. Many people have used the space to settle in the Niseko area, or connected with visitors to the exhibitions and found new work. Another interesting thing about the WHITE WALL ROOM is the chemical reactions that occur as the space interacts with locals. Of course, the nature of Niseko also has a big impact on the campers.

"If more people try Camp&Go and have their own space, I think the Niseko area will become even more interesting," says Touge. Drawn by that atmosphere, today too, a diverse range of unique people drop by, find their next destination and depart. Of course, with a coffee in hand.