He began his artistic practice following the 2011 earthquake, focusing on themes related to Fukushima and nuclear power, and using humor and irony to express the emotions and memories of people affected by social change. 
During his fellowship, he aims to explore new artistic practices in the multicultural environment of the United States and to gain fresh perspectives on Japan and East Asia. In particular, he will investigate the history and cultural heritage of Japanese immigrants in the U.S. since the Meiji Restoration, as well as their impact on American society and art. Through interactions with local Japanese Americans, he also hopes to deepen mutual understanding by engaging with their personal experiences and perspectives.

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Dokuyama is a contemporary artist whose practice explores memory, identity, and the impact of social change. His work and projects often involve research and direct engagement with communities, and have been featured in major exhibitions such as "Between Memories and Objects" (2025) at Hiroshima MOCA, Aichi Triennale 2019, Roppongi Crossing 2019 at the Mori Art Museum, as well as international shows in New York, Germany, Switzerland, and China. His works are included in the collections of Hiroshima MOCA, Kadist, and the Mori Art Museum.