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Fukuoka Asian Art Museum's Artist-in-Residence Exhibition Now Open: Four Domestic and International Artists Explore "The Texture of Memory: To Bind the World Together"
Four artists from the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum's residency program are presenting works exploring the theme of "memory" at Artist Cafe Fukuoka.
Tokyo Art Beat
The sculptural beauty of ceramic artist Shoji Kamoda meets fashion. "Shoji Kamoda and IM MEN" is being held at The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto is hosting a special exhibition featuring the brand "IM MEN," inspired by the works of ceramicist Shoji Kamoda.
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【Tokyo】MARTIN MARGIELA AT KUDAN HOUSE
The first major solo exhibition in Japan by artist Martin Margiela will be held at the registered tangible cultural property, Kudan House.
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SHIZUOKA World Theatre Festival 2026
The SHIZUOKA World Theatre Festival 2026, organized by SPAC, will take place in Shizuoka from April 25 to May 6, 2026.
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Report on "Starry Sky and Road—To Not Forget March 11—(2026)" (Sendai Mediatheque): Individual Perspectives on the Earthquake, Marking the 15th Year
The exhibition at Sendai Mediatheque marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, showcasing diverse personal records and memories of the disaster.
Tokyo Art Beat
【2026 Golden Week】20 Recommended Exhibitions in Kansai! Latest Art Exhibitions at Museums and Art Museums: Renoir, Ancient Egypt, Martin Margiela, Nakanishi Kazutaka, etc.
This article introduces 20 recommended art exhibitions at museums and galleries in the Kansai region during the 2026 Golden Week holiday.
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Riku Yamakawa | humunus + Nanami Akimoto "Utsuho no Hida 0: Dust and the Path of the Tide - A Guide to Tomioka Town, Fukushima Prefecture" / Tour Performance "Dust and the Path of the Tide" along the Buddohama and Obama Coastal Area
This article details a guide book and tour performance, “Dust and the Path of the Tide,” exploring Tomioka Town, Fukushima Prefecture, and its memories of the land and post-disaster recovery.
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Matsuko | “Keizo Kitajima Photography Exhibition: Borrowed Place, Borrowed Time”
Keizo Kitajima’s photography exhibition at the Nagano Prefectural Art Museum deeply explores themes of place, time, and the photographer’s perspective.
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[Tokyo] TOKAS-Emerging 2026
Six emerging artists selected for the TOKAS-Emerging program will hold solo exhibitions in Tokyo from April to June 2026.
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Kazuko Miyamoto @ Take Ninagawa
A solo exhibition by artist Kazuko Miyamoto is being held at Take Ninagawa in Tokyo from February 14 to April 11, 2026.
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Best 19 Exhibitions to See This Weekend: From Ghost in the Shell Exhibition to the Reopening of the Edo-Tokyo Museum
This article introduces 19 recommended exhibitions for this weekend, including the 'Ghost in the Shell' exhibition and the reopening of the Edo-Tokyo Museum.
中日新聞Web
Statue of Art Dealer Tadamasa Hayashi Completed: Takaoka Native Who Introduced Japanese Beauty Abroad; Volunteers to Install at City Museum; Unveiling Ceremony on the 5th
A statue of Takaoka-born art dealer Tadamasa Hayashi, who promoted Japanese art abroad, will be unveiled at the Takaoka Art Museum on the 5th.
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【Tokyo】Kristina Rozhkova "unbewitched"
A major solo exhibition by Russian photographer Kristina Rozhkova is currently being held at PARCO MUSEUM TOKYO in Shibuya.
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Kurt Gitter, a Japanese Art Collector, Dies at 89… Raising Awareness of Edo Paintings in the U.S. (Yomiuri Shimbun Online)
Kurt Gitter, a prominent Japanese art collector in the U.S., passed away at the age of 89, contributing to the increased recognition of Edo paintings.
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An urgent call from artists and curators of the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia
Artists and curators of the 61st Venice Biennale have issued an urgent call demanding the revocation of the Israeli pavilion's participation.
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Roppongi Art Night 2026 to bring back all-night event after 3 years, featuring "RAN Focus" on France
Roppongi Art Night 2026 will be held from October 31 to November 1, marking the return of its all-night format after three years.
Tokyo Art Beat
Decision to Hold "Roppongi Art Night 2026". All-Night Event Resumes After 3 Years, with Focus on France
"Roppongi Art Night 2026" will be held from October 31st to November 1st, resuming its all-night format after three years, and focusing on French art.
金沢大学
Alumna Yumi Tsunohira Wins Top Prize in the Sculpture Category at the 82nd Contemporary Art Exhibition
Kanazawa University alumna Yumi Tsunohira won the top prize in the sculpture category at the 82nd Contemporary Art Exhibition.
Tokyo Art Beat
【2026 GW】30 Recommended Exhibitions in Tokyo! Monet, Wyeth, YBA, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Sunday Art Museum, and more
This article highlights 30 must-see art exhibitions across Tokyo for the 2026 Golden Week holiday, categorized by region and genre.
Tokyo Art Beat
“SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026” to be held during Golden Week. Notable works focusing on community, body, history, and gender.
The SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026 will take place from April 25 to May 6, featuring diverse works under director Natsuki Ishigami.
Tokyo Art Beat
【New Release Information】Books to Read This Month! From Wes Anderson to the History of Women in Design, and Amedeo Modigliani (April 2026 Edition)
This article introduces new art-related books releasing in April, including works on Wes Anderson, the history of women in design, and Amedeo Modigliani.
Tokyo Art Beat
Directly connected to JR Takanawa Gateway Station! A new cultural hub, "MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives," has opened.
The new cultural hub "MoN Takanawa" has opened at JR Takanawa Gateway Station, featuring diverse exhibition spaces, theaters, and dining facilities.
Tokyo Art Beat
5 Exhibitions to See in Kansai Now (Osaka, Kyoto, Hyogo): Anti-Action, Ancient Egypt, Natsuyuki Nakanishi Exhibition, and More
This article highlights must-see art exhibitions in the Kansai region this April, featuring the debut Japanese exhibition of Martin Margiela.
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Yutaka Tsukada | Adrian Daup's "Panic of 'Cancel Culture': A Discourse Space That Creates Panic" (Part 2)
This article reviews Adrian Daup's book, analyzing the panic caused by 'cancel culture' and the underlying discourse space.
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Yu Tsukada | Adrian Daup “Panic of ‘Cancel Culture’ – A Discourse Space That Creates Panic” (Part 1)
This article introduces Adrian Daup's book, “Panic of ‘Cancel Culture’,” analyzing the origins of cancel culture and its discourse within American society.
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The Horizon of Coexistence Questioned by Baro d'evel: The Notable Work 'Qui som?' to Have Its Japanese Premiere at 'SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026'
The 'SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026' will feature the Japanese premiere of Baro d'evel's acclaimed production 'Qui som?', blending contemporary circus and ceramics.
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The permanent exhibition 'Computers and Nature, The Nature of Computers' at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan) was renewed on April 1st, supervised by Yoichi Ochiai.
Miraikan's permanent exhibition, supervised by Yoichi Ochiai, has been renewed to feature new installations using generative AI and glasses-free 3D technology.
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【Interview】The World's Largest Collection of Hokusai Manga: An Interview with Mitsuru Uragami, an Art Dealer and Ukiyo-e Collector ② – “My Main Business is ‘Ceramics,’ Ukiyo-e is Basic, and I Don’t Do Business with It”
Art dealer Mitsuru Uragami states his primary business is antique ceramics, with ukiyo-e collecting and sales being a hobby.
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Professor Riko Imamashi (Department of Japanese Culture) Published the 4th installment (July 10th Evening Edition) of her series “Transcending Beauty,” an exhibition review in the Mainichi Shimbun. | Faculty of International Cultural Communication | Jogakkan University
Professor Riko Imamashi of Jogakkan University contributed an art review on the exhibition of artist Ryuusuke Fukahori to the Mainichi Shimbun.
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Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Bang & Olufsen: "Beautiful Sound and Design - 100 Years of Beautiful Sound and Design Woven by Bang & Olufsen" Held at Omotesando Hills
An exhibition commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Danish audio brand Bang & Olufsen is being held at Omotesando Hills.
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Professor Riko Imahashi (Department of Japanese Culture) has published the second installment of her art exhibition review series, "Crossing Borders of Beauty" (May 8 evening edition), in the Mainichi Shimbun. | Faculty of International Research and Education | Gakushuin University
Professor Riko Imahashi of Gakushuin University reviews exhibitions related to Tsutaya Juzaburo in her latest Mainichi Shimbun column.
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Professor Riko Imamashi (Department of Japanese Culture) Published the 8th installment of the Art Exhibition Review Series "Transcending Beauty" in the Mainichi Shimbun.
Professor Riko Imamashi published a review of the Yuzuki Samiro exhibition in the Mainichi Shimbun, highlighting his life and work.
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22 Art Exhibitions and Shows Across Japan Closing on April 5th: The Tale of Ise, Menglang Lu, Ghost in the Shell, Myoshin-ji Temple, and More
This article introduces 22 art exhibitions and shows across Japan closing on April 5th, including exhibits on The Tale of Ise, Menglang Lu, and Ghost in the Shell.
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The 9th Yokohama Triennale reveals part of its concept: Curating across 'Sea, Mythology, and Infrastructure'
Artistic directors of the 9th Yokohama Triennale shared a sneak preview of their vision, focusing on the sea, mythology, and infrastructure.
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NHK April Art and Fine Arts Programs! "Bi no Tsubo 20th Anniversary," "Master Western Art in 3 Months," and More - NHK
NHK will broadcast various art-themed programs in April, including the 20th-anniversary special of "Bi no Tsubo" and "Master Western Art in 3 Months."
Tokyo Art Beat
30 Recommended Exhibitions Starting in April: Martin Margiela, Hanae Mori, KYOTOGRAPHIE, and More [2026 Edition]
This guide highlights 30 recommended art exhibitions opening across Japan in April 2026.
Tokyo Art Beat
Daniel Takeda decodes the movie 'Wicked': The reality reflected by fantasy and what 'For Good' teaches us
Writer Daniel Takeda explores the social significance of the film 'Wicked' and its core theme of transformation through human connection.
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[Kyoto] Hana Sawada Solo Exhibition: "Feet That Look Away Diligently"
Kyoto Art Center hosts Hana Sawada's solo exhibition "Feet That Look Away Diligently," featuring new video works exploring overlooked everyday elements.
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Best 25 Exhibitions to See in April | Image Gallery 3 / 26
This gallery highlights diverse artworks from notable exhibitions held in April, including pieces by Ron Mueck and Kawanabe Kyosai.
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Promoting Mid-Career Japanese Artists to the World: The Establishment of the New "Mori Art Award"
The Mori Contemporary Art Foundation has established the "Mori Art Award" to support and promote mid-career Japanese contemporary artists on the global stage.
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Top 25 Exhibitions to See in April | Image Gallery 1 / 26
This image gallery showcases 25 must-see exhibitions opening in April.
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The 25 Best Exhibitions to See in April
This article highlights notable art exhibitions opening in April, including works by Hokusai, Nobuya Hitsuda, and historical displays of Kumamoto Castle.
Tokyo Art Beat
Maison Martin Margiela Exhibition to Showcase 20 Years of "Artisanal" Collections in Daikanyama, Tokyo in April
An exhibition of Maison Martin Margiela’s “Artisanal” collections will be held in Daikanyama, Tokyo in April, featuring 20 years of work.
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Megumi Takashima | Rio Hashimoto '1/X'
Rio Hashimoto explores the boundaries between craft and contemporary art in her exhibition '1/X', utilizing lacquer techniques and physical pain.
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Kazuki Mori | Diving into 'Design Culture' as a Totality of Intertwined Practices
This article explores 'design culture' as a framework to understand design not as an individual act, but as a totality of social practices.
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Five Next-Generation Artists Selected for "THE TOYOTA TSUSHO CFAO African Art Award"
The first winners of "THE TOYOTA TSUSHO CFAO African Art Award," a joint initiative by Toyota Tsusho and CFAO, have been announced, recognizing five young African artists.
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International Art Exhibition "TOKYO ATLAS" - Design & Art Exhibition & Event Information | JDN
The international art exhibition "TOKYO ATLAS" will be held in Tokyo's waterfront areas from October 10 to December 20, 2026.
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Kim Yeong Jun and Yuni Yoshida's first collaboration photo exhibition "Face to face" to be held, featuring 62 Japanese and Korean actors
Photographer Kim Yeong Jun and art director Yuni Yoshida will hold their first collaborative photo exhibition at Azabudai Hills Gallery.
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[Interview] The world's greatest collector of "Hokusai Manga," an interview with art dealer and Ukiyo-e collector Mitsuru Uragami (Part 1) — "Collecting 'Hokusai Manga' is more of a passion than a hobby."
Art dealer and world-leading "Hokusai Manga" collector Mitsuru Uragami discusses his passion for collecting and his mission to promote Japanese art.
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"Secret Beauty: All About Komura Settai" Held at Chiba City Museum of Art. Approaching the Full Picture of Settai, Who Was Active in Multiple Fields
Chiba City Museum of Art is hosting a major exhibition exploring the complete works of Komura Settai, who was active across many fields.
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Yusuke Nakahara, One of the 'Big Three' Art Critics – AI, Environment… The Logic That Foresaw the Present
A symposium and exhibition commemorating the 15th anniversary of Yusuke Nakahara's death and the completion of his collected critiques highlight the relevance of his logical criticism today.
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Summary of New Programs and Series on NHK E-Tele Starting in April! Including "Financial Education Guide" and "3-Month Master Western Art" - NHK
Starting in April, NHK E-Tele will launch several new educational programs and series, including "Financial Education Guide" and "3-Month Master Western Art."
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Completion of Hiroshi Naito's "Tama Art University New Building and Auditorium," the Contrast Between the Two Buildings is a Product of the Battle Between "Red Oni" and "Blue Oni"? | BUNGA NET
Hiroshi Naito's newly designed Tama Art University building and auditorium are complete, with their design resulting from a contrast between the "Red Oni" and "Blue Oni".
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Ako Sugie | Naoko Ogami's "Kamome Diner"
This article celebrates the 20th-anniversary revival screening of the film "Kamome Diner" and reflects on its impact.
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Editorial Notes...50 – The Future of Design Awards
A new system for the Good Design Award 2026 has been announced, with Chun Nakagawa appointed as the new chairman of the judges, emphasizing the fusion of management and design.
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Azumi Akai | Exploring Alternatives for the Public Nature of Art Museums
This article explores alternative approaches to the public nature of art museums through the 'Connections' exhibition at the Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art.
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"100 Artworks Viewable in Japan: Japanese Contemporary Art Edition" Special Website Launched
A special website featuring "100 Artworks Viewable in Japan: Japanese Contemporary Art Edition" has been launched to showcase the appeal of Japanese museum collections.
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Kyoto Art Center Exhibition Series "FOCUS" Vol. 6 Hana Sawada Solo Exhibition "Feet That Look Away Diligently" @ Kyoto Art Center
The Kyoto Art Center hosts Hana Sawada's solo exhibition, questioning acts of recording and seeing through media.
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[Entertainment Material Regular Delivery] The Work of Komura Settai—As a Stage Designer— Art Exhibition Navi x National Theatre Collaboration Series Vol. 28
This article introduces the stage set designs by Komura Settai held by the National Theatre, focusing on his achievements as a stage designer.
Tokyo Art Beat
【Discount】5 Must-See Exhibitions Where You Can Use "Miupon" | Garden Museum & Animals Collaborate, Judd Retrospective, The World of Kyosai, etc. (April 2026)
This article introduces 5 noteworthy exhibitions in April 2026 that offer discounts through the "Miupon" service.
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Fukuoka Asian Art Museum's Artist-in-Residence Exhibition Now Open: Four Domestic and International Artists Explore "The Texture of Memory: To Bind the World Together"
Tokyo Art Beat

The sculptural beauty of ceramic artist Shoji Kamoda meets fashion. "Shoji Kamoda and IM MEN" is being held at The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
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【Tokyo】MARTIN MARGIELA AT KUDAN HOUSE
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SHIZUOKA World Theatre Festival 2026
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Report on "Starry Sky and Road—To Not Forget March 11—(2026)" (Sendai Mediatheque): Individual Perspectives on the Earthquake, Marking the 15th Year
Tokyo Art Beat

【2026 Golden Week】20 Recommended Exhibitions in Kansai! Latest Art Exhibitions at Museums and Art Museums: Renoir, Ancient Egypt, Martin Margiela, Nakanishi Kazutaka, etc.
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Riku Yamakawa | humunus + Nanami Akimoto "Utsuho no Hida 0: Dust and the Path of the Tide - A Guide to Tomioka Town, Fukushima Prefecture" / Tour Performance "Dust and the Path of the Tide" along the Buddohama and Obama Coastal Area
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Matsuko | “Keizo Kitajima Photography Exhibition: Borrowed Place, Borrowed Time”
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[Tokyo] TOKAS-Emerging 2026
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Kazuko Miyamoto @ Take Ninagawa
美術手帖

Best 19 Exhibitions to See This Weekend: From Ghost in the Shell Exhibition to the Reopening of the Edo-Tokyo Museum
中日新聞Web

Statue of Art Dealer Tadamasa Hayashi Completed: Takaoka Native Who Introduced Japanese Beauty Abroad; Volunteers to Install at City Museum; Unveiling Ceremony on the 5th
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【Tokyo】Kristina Rozhkova "unbewitched"
Yahoo!ニュース

Kurt Gitter, a Japanese Art Collector, Dies at 89… Raising Awareness of Edo Paintings in the U.S. (Yomiuri Shimbun Online)
ART iT

An urgent call from artists and curators of the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia
美術手帖

Roppongi Art Night 2026 to bring back all-night event after 3 years, featuring "RAN Focus" on France
Tokyo Art Beat

Decision to Hold "Roppongi Art Night 2026". All-Night Event Resumes After 3 Years, with Focus on France
金沢大学

Alumna Yumi Tsunohira Wins Top Prize in the Sculpture Category at the 82nd Contemporary Art Exhibition
Tokyo Art Beat

【2026 GW】30 Recommended Exhibitions in Tokyo! Monet, Wyeth, YBA, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Sunday Art Museum, and more
Tokyo Art Beat

“SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026” to be held during Golden Week. Notable works focusing on community, body, history, and gender.
Tokyo Art Beat

【New Release Information】Books to Read This Month! From Wes Anderson to the History of Women in Design, and Amedeo Modigliani (April 2026 Edition)
Tokyo Art Beat

Directly connected to JR Takanawa Gateway Station! A new cultural hub, "MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives," has opened.
Tokyo Art Beat

5 Exhibitions to See in Kansai Now (Osaka, Kyoto, Hyogo): Anti-Action, Ancient Egypt, Natsuyuki Nakanishi Exhibition, and More
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Yutaka Tsukada | Adrian Daup's "Panic of 'Cancel Culture': A Discourse Space That Creates Panic" (Part 2)
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Yu Tsukada | Adrian Daup “Panic of ‘Cancel Culture’ – A Discourse Space That Creates Panic” (Part 1)
美術手帖

The Horizon of Coexistence Questioned by Baro d'evel: The Notable Work 'Qui som?' to Have Its Japanese Premiere at 'SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026'
美術手帖

The permanent exhibition 'Computers and Nature, The Nature of Computers' at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan) was renewed on April 1st, supervised by Yoichi Ochiai.
美術展ナビ

【Interview】The World's Largest Collection of Hokusai Manga: An Interview with Mitsuru Uragami, an Art Dealer and Ukiyo-e Collector ② – “My Main Business is ‘Ceramics,’ Ukiyo-e is Basic, and I Don’t Do Business with It”
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Professor Riko Imamashi (Department of Japanese Culture) Published the 4th installment (July 10th Evening Edition) of her series “Transcending Beauty,” an exhibition review in the Mainichi Shimbun. | Faculty of International Cultural Communication | Jogakkan University
美術手帖

Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Bang & Olufsen: "Beautiful Sound and Design - 100 Years of Beautiful Sound and Design Woven by Bang & Olufsen" Held at Omotesando Hills
univ.gakushuin.ac.jp

Professor Riko Imahashi (Department of Japanese Culture) has published the second installment of her art exhibition review series, "Crossing Borders of Beauty" (May 8 evening edition), in the Mainichi Shimbun. | Faculty of International Research and Education | Gakushuin University
univ.gakushuin.ac.jp

Professor Riko Imamashi (Department of Japanese Culture) Published the 8th installment of the Art Exhibition Review Series "Transcending Beauty" in the Mainichi Shimbun.
artexhibition.jp

22 Art Exhibitions and Shows Across Japan Closing on April 5th: The Tale of Ise, Menglang Lu, Ghost in the Shell, Myoshin-ji Temple, and More
美術手帖

The 9th Yokohama Triennale reveals part of its concept: Curating across 'Sea, Mythology, and Infrastructure'
NHK

NHK April Art and Fine Arts Programs! "Bi no Tsubo 20th Anniversary," "Master Western Art in 3 Months," and More - NHK
Tokyo Art Beat

30 Recommended Exhibitions Starting in April: Martin Margiela, Hanae Mori, KYOTOGRAPHIE, and More [2026 Edition]
Tokyo Art Beat

Daniel Takeda decodes the movie 'Wicked': The reality reflected by fantasy and what 'For Good' teaches us
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[Kyoto] Hana Sawada Solo Exhibition: "Feet That Look Away Diligently"
美術手帖

Best 25 Exhibitions to See in April | Image Gallery 3 / 26
朝日新聞

Promoting Mid-Career Japanese Artists to the World: The Establishment of the New "Mori Art Award"
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