Stone is not only considered a material, but also a symbol of the endurance of time and the aesthetics of nature.

Japanese contemporary artist Toru Kuranuki, founder of the “Kyozan-Ha” artistic movement, opened his exhibition “Infinite stone echo” at the exhibition hall of the Chinggis Khaan National Museum on September 20, 2025.

At the opening, he emphasized that he had lived in Mongolia for three months and created 77 artworks using stones from the Mongolian steppe. Artist Toru Kuranuki highlighted that the “Kyozan-Ha” movement finds its cradle in Mongolia, as the Mongol Empire under Chinggis Khaan had already embodied its spirit as early as the 13th century.

Toru Kuranuki is a unique artist who expresses the ideas of his work in the language of stone, listening to the will of the stone and embodying its structure and harmony of colors in his creations.

His works not only embody the essence of stone the world’s oldest yet timeless element but also reflect the Mongolian cultural belief that stone is more than just a natural material: it is alive, has a spirit, and carries meaning.

The exhibition will be open free of charge at the temporary exhibition hall on the first floor of the Chinggis Khaan National Museum until the 4th of next month, so we invite all of you to come.