Tsuba
How can we give nature rights? How do we give trees rights?
Inspired by The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
The world’s oldest tree, Old Tjikko, faces growing threats from tourism, broken branches, trampled roots, and damaged lichens. Yet isolating it completely would cut the bond between people and nature.
Tsuba #1 explores an alternative: a way to make invisible boundaries visible. It creates a respectful distance, inviting visitors to engage with care rather than exclusion. The boundary becomes an act of awareness, not a barrier.
Inspired by the Japanese Tsuba
In Japanese swords, the tsuba is the hand guard — balancing, protecting, and preventing harm. Reimagined for nature, it becomes a symbol of gentle protection: a way to keep the natural world accessible while encouraging mindful interaction.
