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Singapore Biennale 2025: pure intention
The Singapore Biennale 2025: pure intention will run from October 31, 2025, to March 29, 2026, at the Singapore Art Museum.
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Takehiro Iikawa: Gathering Matters and Mediations @ Art Tower Mito, Contemporary Art Gallery
The exhibition "Takehiro Iikawa: Gathering Matters and Mediations" is being held at the Art Tower Mito Contemporary Art Gallery.
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Canvas the Size of Two Postcards: "FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition" Opens, Featuring Numerous Original Works, Held at Kanazu Forest of Creation in Awara City Until April 5th (FBC Fukui Broadcasting)
The "FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition," featuring original paintings on postcard-sized canvases, is now open in Awara City.
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Art Exhibition by Five Female Artists in Omotesando, Tokyo, Reflecting Contemporary Society in Diverse Ways (Sankei Shimbun)
An art exhibition featuring works by five Japanese female contemporary artists focusing on the theme of 'books' is being held in Omotesando, Tokyo.
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Tuguldur Yondonjamts: Wolf Loving Princess @ Gallery VER
Tuguldur Yondonjamts' solo exhibition, "Wolf Loving Princess," was held at Gallery VER in Bangkok.
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CRITERIUM 102: Takuto Shiromaru Awai no Hibiki @ Mito Arts Tower Modern Art Gallery Room 9
Takuto Shiromaru's solo exhibition, “Awai no Hibiki (Liminal Echoes),” will be held at Room 9 of the Mito Arts Tower Modern Art Gallery from February 28 to May 6, 2026.
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Works by the Artist Couple Who Teach Art, Until the 22nd in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture
An exhibition of works by a married couple, both art educators, is being held in Kakamigahara City until the 22nd.
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Award Winner at the 42nd FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition! | Kyushu Sangyo University
Kyushu Sangyo University's Nao Hirata won the Fukui Shimbun Award at the 42nd FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition.
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The Award Ceremony for the Reiwa 7 Graduation Production Works of Joshibi University of Art and Design, "Shizu Sato and Hideo Ogawa Award," was held | News & Events | Juntendo University
Juntendo University held the award ceremony for the "Shizu Sato and Hideo Ogawa Award" for Joshibi University of Art and Design graduation works.
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Aoyama Shin | "Alternative Computations — A Festive Culture of Calculation" (Part 1)
This article reviews Ryuta Aoki's special exhibition "Alternative Computations" at Spiral Garden, exploring its engagement with a culture surrounding quantum phenomena.
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Koichi Kageyama | San Minn's "Computer Control System": A Humorous Critique of Civilization -- Rina Igarashi
This article explores the background and critical meaning of Myanmar artist San Minn's work "Computer Control System" through an interview with Rina Igarashi, a curator at the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum.
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【Hyogo】Related Events for the Exhibition “Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges
Various events, including lectures and screenings, are being held in connection with the “Anti-Action” exhibition at the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art.
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[Yteen Art Department] Invitation Ticket Giveaway for the Special Exhibition “Million Stones! The Kaga Maeda Family” (Limited to 5 Groups of 10 People: High School Students and Guardians)
Yteen Art Department is giving away free tickets to the “Million Stones! The Kaga Maeda Family” exhibition to 5 groups of high school students and their guardians.
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Som Supaparinya: MO NUM EN TS @ Jim Thompson Art Center
Som Supaparinya's exhibition, “MO NUM EN TS,” is being held at the Jim Thompson Art Center in Bangkok.
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From Paintings to VR and AI: A Group Exhibition of Noteworthy Contemporary Artists at Nagoya Citizens' Gallery Sakae
A group exhibition featuring six noteworthy contemporary artists working with media from painting to VR and AI is currently being held at Nagoya Citizens' Gallery Sakae.
Tokyo Art Beat
Saeborg x Atsushi Sugita (Art Critic): What was the response to the first South American performance? Report on the "Japan-Brazil Diplomatic Relations Establishment 130th Anniversary Project Report Meeting" #1
Saeborg and Atsushi Sugita discussed the results and audience reactions from Saeborg's first South American performance at a report meeting.
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Ayumi Tadashi | How Can Art Retell the Memory of the Land? — From "Coal Mine Future Project II" and "Iron and Art"
This article examines two exhibitions that use art to retell the memories embedded in the local history of Fukuoka's coal and iron industries.
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Hara Chikei | Erik Lieber's 'Monumental Moments'
Erik Lieber's 'Monumental Moments' is an unusual art book compiling about 1000 collected snapshots of an unknown Japanese mother and daughter.
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【Tokyo】Zoo / Design / Wonder “Designing Life”,
A design exhibition for Tokyo's zoos and aquariums will be held at the National Art Center.
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Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025: Kalpa (5)
This article presents installation views from the Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025, themed "Kalpa."
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Upcoming: Christian Marclay | LISTENING
Christian Marclay's solo exhibition, "LISTENING," featuring new collage works, will be held at Gallery Koyanagi starting April 4, 2026.
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【Cherry Blossoms and Art 2026】Introducing Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots around Tokyo and Nearby Museums/Art Galleries, and Art Exhibitions Themed on Flowers like Cherry Blossoms
This article introduces cherry blossom viewing spots near museums in and around Tokyo for 2026, along with nationwide art exhibitions themed on flowers.
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Joint Art Exhibition by Two Art Circles in Biratori to Start on the 18th
A joint art exhibition by two art circles in Biratori will showcase approximately 40 paintings starting March 18th.
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Shinchosha's Former Publishing Warehouse Opens as Gallery Building "soko" on March 27, Housing 7 Art and Craft Galleries
Shinchosha is opening "soko," a renovated former publishing warehouse housing seven art and craft galleries, in Kagurazaka on March 27.
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Ako Sugie | "Alfredo Jaar: You, Me, and All the People in the World"
Ako Sugie reviews Alfredo Jaar's exhibition, reflecting on the artist's work in the context of a turbulent global political climate.
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MURAta Shin | Art Stroll 11 -- Kansai Packed Museum Tour (Part 1)
The author details the first day of a high-density, budget-conscious museum tour across Kansai from Tokyo, focusing on planning and execution.
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【Limited to 2 people】Present Campaign for "Jujutsu and Art" (Chuo Koron Art Publishing) Deadline is Tuesday, March 24th
Art Exhibition Navi is holding a giveaway for the book "Jujutsu and Art," limited to two winners, closing on March 24th.
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【Kyoto】Tomoko Mukaiyama "WE ARE THE HOUSE Performance"
Tomoko Mukaiyama presents the "WE ARE THE HOUSE Performance" at the Kyoto Arts Center, exploring bodily autonomy.
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The National Museum of Japanese History's "Modern Times" Exhibition Fully Renovated for the First Time in 33 Years. What Are the Highlights?
The National Museum of Japanese History's "Modern Times" exhibition has been fully renovated after 33 years, incorporating contemporary perspectives.
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“Nakanishi Katsuo: A Device for Gazing Slowly and Remaining Forever” (National International Art Center) Opening Report. Strength Hidden in Unstable Paintings
A retrospective exhibition of Katsuo Nakanishi, a representative postwar Japanese painter, has opened at the National International Art Center, showcasing the strength found within his unstable paintings.
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"Shimomura Kansan Exhibition" (The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo) Opening Report: Re-examining the Giant of Modern Japanese Painting in His First Major Retrospective in 13 Years
The Shimomura Kansan exhibition at The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, is a major retrospective aiming to re-evaluate the giant of modern Japanese painting.
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The 4th Fukuoka Art Award
The 4th Fukuoka Art Award exhibition will be held at the Fukuoka City Museum of Art, showcasing the works of winners like Kazuko Miyamoto.
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Art Exhibitions and Shows Closing on March 22nd (Sun) - "Fighting Buddhist Statues", "Beautiful Utopia", "Swords Connecting Fate", "Roadside Small Art"...
This article lists various art exhibitions and shows closing across Japan on March 22nd.
Tokyo Art Beat
【Museum Goods】10 Recommended Items Found at the "Shimomura Kansan Exhibition" (The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo) by the Editorial Department
This article introduces 10 recommended original merchandise items from the Shimomura Kansan Exhibition held at The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo.
Tokyo Art Beat
30 Japanese Female Photographers Gather. "Miracle of Gaze: The Adventures of Japanese Women Photographers" Exhibition to be Held at Shibuya Hikarie Hall in July
An exhibition featuring works by 30 Japanese women photographers from the 1950s to the present will open at Shibuya Hikarie Hall on July 4th.
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GⅢ-Vol.164 Cultural Prescriptions for the Kumamoto Earthquake – When My Heart Began to Move
Following the Kumamoto earthquake, people found solace in art and kindness, leading to research on 'cultural prescriptions' to enhance well-being.
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Editorial Notes...49 – Sakurazukan and the Venice Biennale International Architecture Exhibition Japan Pavilion Returning Exhibition
This article reports on the returning exhibition of the Japan Pavilion at the Venice Biennale International Architecture Exhibition, held at Sakurazukan, Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art.
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[Osaka] Symposium "Oral Art History: Beginnings and the Present"
A symposium on Oral Art History, exploring its formation and utilization in artistic fields, will be held at Osaka University Nakanoshima Center.
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Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025: Kalpa (3)
This article presents exhibition views from the Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025: Kalpa, held at Poon Phol Building, Mellow Pillow Hotel, and Phuket Contemporary Art Gallery.
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Yukio Hideshima Exhibition: Dark Fantasy / Mysterious - A Genius Born in Minamata
A large retrospective exhibition of painter and printmaker Yukio Hideshima, born in Minamata, Kumamoto Prefecture, will be held at the Kumamoto City Museum of Contemporary Art.
Tokyo Art Beat
Visit the Museum of a World-Famous Artist at a Discount. Introducing the Charms of the Nakamura Keith Haring Museum, Newly Participating in the Museum Discount Coupon 'Mewpon'
The Nakamura Keith Haring Museum has joined the 'Mewpon' discount coupon service, offering visitors a chance to visit affordably.
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Top 10 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots and Art Exhibitions (Tokyo Edition, 2026)
This article introduces 10 art museums near popular cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo for the spring of 2026.
Tokyo Art Beat
Director Josh Safdie of the movie "Matias Supreme" talks about the ethics, identity, and cost of dreams of the arrogant protagonist.
Director Josh Safdie discusses the ethics, identity, and cost of dreams for the arrogant protagonist in his film, "Matias Supreme."
Tokyo Art Beat
New Art Space "YAMADART" Opens in Kanazawa. A Report on the Creative Hub Born from Onsen Ryokan Culture
A new art space, YAMADART, opened in Kanazawa's Korinbo area, founded by an established onsen ryokan family.
Tokyo Art Beat
“VOCA Exhibition 2026: Prospects of Contemporary Art – New Painters” Opens at Ueno no Mori Museum. Saya Toda Wins VOCA Award
The “VOCA Exhibition 2026” opened at the Ueno no Mori Museum, with Saya Toda receiving the VOCA Award.
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“VOCA Exhibition 2026: Prospects of Contemporary Art – New Painters” Opens at Ueno no Mori Museum. Sayaka Toda Wins VOCA Award
The “VOCA Exhibition 2026” opened at the Ueno no Mori Museum, with Sayaka Toda receiving the VOCA Award.
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Stamp Rally Planned by Middle School Art Club to Commemorate 100th Anniversary of Kyoto Randen Kitano Line
A stamp rally planned by middle school students is being held until February 22nd to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Kyoto Randen Kitano Line.
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Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025: Kalpa
The Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025, themed 'Kalpa,' runs from November 29, 2025, featuring artists including Japanese artist Myoko Toyama.
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"SORAYAMA Light, Transparency, Reflection -TOKYO-" (CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO) Opening Report. Hajime Sorayama's Half-Century Trajectory Featured in His Largest Retrospective Yet
Hajime Sorayama's largest-ever retrospective, "SORAYAMA Light, Transparency, Reflection -TOKYO-", has opened at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO.
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"VOCA Exhibition 2026: Perspectives on Contemporary Art—New Artists of the Flat Surface" Opens at Ueno Royal Museum
The VOCA Exhibition 2026, supporting promising young flat surface artists, has opened at the Ueno Royal Museum, with Sayaka Toda winning the VOCA Prize.
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【BOOKS】『Jujutsu to Bijutsu』 (by Makoto Kasuya, published by Chuo Koron Bijutsu Shuppan) Released on March 3rd – Techniques to fulfill wishes and move the heart…
Makoto Kasuya's book, 『Jujutsu to Bijutsu』, explores the deep connection between magic and art in Japanese culture through four perspectives: dolls, gazes, enemies, and protecting children.
Tokyo Art Beat
"Art Collaboration Kyoto (ACK)" Transitions to a New Direction System, Moving to a "Leadership Committee" Comprised of Seven Directors
Art fair Art Collaboration Kyoto (ACK) is transitioning to a new co-direction system, the "Leadership Committee," starting April 1st.
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Invitation to an Experience: "Learning Background Art from Animation Art Directors" | Kochi Prefecture
An experience event to learn background art from renowned animation art directors Yoji Takei and Yoichi Nishikawa will be held in Kochi and Aki cities.
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Shunsuke Watase Wins "Yoshii Prize" at Minami-Nihon Art Exhibition, Sent to Study Abroad in Europe: "I want to return after feeling the charm of Paris" Kagoshima (MBC Minami-Nihon Broadcasting)
Shunsuke Watase, winner of the Yoshii Prize at the Minami-Nihon Art Exhibition, held a farewell gathering before his study abroad trip to Europe.
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Takashima Megumi | "Beyond Flat: To Redraw Us" (Part 2)
This article compares the works of Tamon Myo and Petra Szemán regarding the continuity and discontinuity of character representation and landscape.
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Riku Yamakawa | "28 Years Later... Temple of Bones" (Part 2)
This article analyzes the second part of the film "28 Years Later... Temple of Bones," exploring themes of violence, hope, and the importance of understanding others.
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Max Mara Art Prize for Women Announces Finalists
Max Mara announced five finalists for the 10th Max Mara Art Prize for Women, partnering with MACAN Museum in Indonesia.
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【Osaka】The 29th Nakanoshima Video Art Theater "Wars and Images"
The 29th Nakanoshima Video Art Theater, focusing on war and images, will be held at the National Museum of Art, Osaka.
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Global Art Market to Grow for First Time in Three Years in 2025, Outlook Improves = UBS
According to a UBS and Art Basel report, the global art market is expected to grow for the first time in three years in 2025, boosting industry optimism.
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Emiko Kasahara: DR 2019- @ The Third Gallery Aya
The solo exhibition "DR 2019-" by Emiko Kasahara was held at The Third Gallery Aya from February 28 to March 28, 2026.
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Singapore Biennale 2025: pure intention
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Takehiro Iikawa: Gathering Matters and Mediations @ Art Tower Mito, Contemporary Art Gallery
Yahoo!ニュース

Canvas the Size of Two Postcards: "FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition" Opens, Featuring Numerous Original Works, Held at Kanazu Forest of Creation in Awara City Until April 5th (FBC Fukui Broadcasting)
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Art Exhibition by Five Female Artists in Omotesando, Tokyo, Reflecting Contemporary Society in Diverse Ways (Sankei Shimbun)
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Tuguldur Yondonjamts: Wolf Loving Princess @ Gallery VER
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CRITERIUM 102: Takuto Shiromaru Awai no Hibiki @ Mito Arts Tower Modern Art Gallery Room 9
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Works by the Artist Couple Who Teach Art, Until the 22nd in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture
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Award Winner at the 42nd FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition! | Kyushu Sangyo University
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The Award Ceremony for the Reiwa 7 Graduation Production Works of Joshibi University of Art and Design, "Shizu Sato and Hideo Ogawa Award," was held | News & Events | Juntendo University
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Aoyama Shin | "Alternative Computations — A Festive Culture of Calculation" (Part 1)
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Koichi Kageyama | San Minn's "Computer Control System": A Humorous Critique of Civilization -- Rina Igarashi
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【Hyogo】Related Events for the Exhibition “Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges
美術展ナビ

[Yteen Art Department] Invitation Ticket Giveaway for the Special Exhibition “Million Stones! The Kaga Maeda Family” (Limited to 5 Groups of 10 People: High School Students and Guardians)
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Som Supaparinya: MO NUM EN TS @ Jim Thompson Art Center
中日新聞Web

From Paintings to VR and AI: A Group Exhibition of Noteworthy Contemporary Artists at Nagoya Citizens' Gallery Sakae
Tokyo Art Beat

Saeborg x Atsushi Sugita (Art Critic): What was the response to the first South American performance? Report on the "Japan-Brazil Diplomatic Relations Establishment 130th Anniversary Project Report Meeting" #1
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Ayumi Tadashi | How Can Art Retell the Memory of the Land? — From "Coal Mine Future Project II" and "Iron and Art"
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Hara Chikei | Erik Lieber's 'Monumental Moments'
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【Tokyo】Zoo / Design / Wonder “Designing Life”,
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Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025: Kalpa (5)
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Upcoming: Christian Marclay | LISTENING
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【Cherry Blossoms and Art 2026】Introducing Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots around Tokyo and Nearby Museums/Art Galleries, and Art Exhibitions Themed on Flowers like Cherry Blossoms
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Joint Art Exhibition by Two Art Circles in Biratori to Start on the 18th
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Shinchosha's Former Publishing Warehouse Opens as Gallery Building "soko" on March 27, Housing 7 Art and Craft Galleries
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Ako Sugie | "Alfredo Jaar: You, Me, and All the People in the World"
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MURAta Shin | Art Stroll 11 -- Kansai Packed Museum Tour (Part 1)
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【Limited to 2 people】Present Campaign for "Jujutsu and Art" (Chuo Koron Art Publishing) Deadline is Tuesday, March 24th
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【Kyoto】Tomoko Mukaiyama "WE ARE THE HOUSE Performance"
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The National Museum of Japanese History's "Modern Times" Exhibition Fully Renovated for the First Time in 33 Years. What Are the Highlights?
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“Nakanishi Katsuo: A Device for Gazing Slowly and Remaining Forever” (National International Art Center) Opening Report. Strength Hidden in Unstable Paintings
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"Shimomura Kansan Exhibition" (The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo) Opening Report: Re-examining the Giant of Modern Japanese Painting in His First Major Retrospective in 13 Years
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The 4th Fukuoka Art Award
美術展ナビ

Art Exhibitions and Shows Closing on March 22nd (Sun) - "Fighting Buddhist Statues", "Beautiful Utopia", "Swords Connecting Fate", "Roadside Small Art"...
Tokyo Art Beat

【Museum Goods】10 Recommended Items Found at the "Shimomura Kansan Exhibition" (The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo) by the Editorial Department
Tokyo Art Beat

30 Japanese Female Photographers Gather. "Miracle of Gaze: The Adventures of Japanese Women Photographers" Exhibition to be Held at Shibuya Hikarie Hall in July
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GⅢ-Vol.164 Cultural Prescriptions for the Kumamoto Earthquake – When My Heart Began to Move
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Editorial Notes...49 – Sakurazukan and the Venice Biennale International Architecture Exhibition Japan Pavilion Returning Exhibition
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[Osaka] Symposium "Oral Art History: Beginnings and the Present"
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Thailand Biennial Phuket 2025: Kalpa (3)
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Yukio Hideshima Exhibition: Dark Fantasy / Mysterious - A Genius Born in Minamata
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