Tokyo-based studio Nendo – led by designer Oki Sato – was responsible for creating one of the gallery spaces inside Japan’s Kengo Kuma-designed pavilion. This black and white images show the amazing creation and the optical illusion effect created by them.

Speaking to the world event’s theme of food, the cool space features a long dining table, displaying 16 new tableware products that nendo has designed specifically for this occasion.

The designs have all been made in collaboration with different traditional Japanese craftsmen within the country’s local industry.