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[Video] A Girl Who Is 'Art-Curious' Visits the 'Van Gogh Exhibition: The Dream of the Painter Connected by Family,' and a Reporter Explains the Highlights!
A reporter explains the highlights of the 'Van Gogh Exhibition: The Dream of the Painter Connected by Family' visited by a woman unfamiliar with art.
Games and Art Exhibition | Shimotsuke Shimbun Digital
The exhibition re-evaluates historical simulation games, focusing on the “Nobunaga’s Ambition” series, from an artistic perspective.
Mori Art Award 2026
Mari Katayama has been selected as the first grand prize winner of the Mori Art Award 2026, receiving a prize of 10 million yen and an exhibition opportunity at the Mori Art Museum.
artscape Roundtable | What Does It Mean to Judge at a "Design Award"? -- The Ideal Award and How Judging Should Be (Part 1)
Experts discussed the current state and future direction of judging and awards in the fields of art and design.
artscape Editorial Department | Catalog & Books | February 2026 [Upcoming Edition]
The artscape editorial department introduces upcoming exhibition catalogs and books related to art and design.
【Kyoto】Talk & Workshop "Listening with Hands, Touching with Voice"
A tactile workshop reflecting on the achievements of the ABC Project will be held at The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto.
【Yuzuru Hanyu New Merchandise Information】Original Product "Costume Image Tamamushi Lacquer Compact Mirror" to be Sold from March 2nd (Mon) at the Art Exhibition Navi Online Store...
A compact mirror inspired by Yuzuru Hanyu's "Romeo and Juliet" costume, featuring Tamamushi lacquer, will be sold starting March 2nd.
In Memoriam: Hiroyuki Oki - Filming and Living @ Theatre Image Forum
Theatre Image Forum will hold a retrospective screening from March 14th to 27th to commemorate filmmaker Hiroyuki Oki, who passed away in October 2025.
The First Large-Scale Retrospective Exhibition of Minami Tada Since His Passing Will Be Held, Exhibiting the Trajectory of His Creative Work Spanning Approximately 70 Years
The first large-scale retrospective of post-war abstract sculptor Minami Tada, showcasing his 70-year career, will be held at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo.
Koichi Kageyama | Chen Chin's "The Women of Shantimen Area": Conflict Between Self and Other -- "Toshiko Rawanchaikun"
This article explores Chen Chin's masterpiece, "The Women of Shantimen Area," through the perspective of curator Toshiko Rawanchaikun, examining its context and complex interpretations.
Hara Chikei | Keizo Kitajima Photo Exhibition: Borrowed Place, Borrowed Time
The Keizo Kitajima photo exhibition at the Nagano Prefectural Museum of Art reviewed 50 years of his work, tracing his shift from intense urban documentation to typological portraits.
[Ishikawa, Aichi, Kyoto] Contract Lessons for People Working in the Field of Art and Crafts 2025
Contract lessons for professionals in the art and crafts field will be held in Ishikawa, Aichi, and Kyoto in 2025.
Emiko Kasahara "DR 2019-" @ The Third Gallery Aya
Emiko Kasahara's solo exhibition "DR 2019-" at The Third Gallery Aya presents the final chapter of her project examining the relationship between colonialism and railways.
Art Basel 2026 Announces Lineup
Art Basel 2026 announced its lineup featuring 290 galleries, details on Commission Projects, and curators for various sectors.
Ho Rui An "The Price of Gold" @ Hibiya Convention Hall
Artist Ho Rui An will present a lecture-screening titled "The Price of Gold" focusing on Japan's gold standard history.
For a Placard @ The National Museum of Art, Osaka
The exhibition "For a Placard" will be held at The National Museum of Art, Osaka, from November 1, 2025, to February 15, 2026.
Kochi Avant-garde: Motonao Takasaki and Tomiji Hamaguchi
This exhibition explores the avant-garde art movement in Kochi during the 1960s through the works of artists Motonao Takasaki and Tomiji Hamaguchi.
The 44th "Art Exhibition for Children and Adults with Physical Disabilities" will be held in the Prefectural Office Lobby - Fukuoka Prefectural Government Website
The 44th Art Exhibition for Children and Adults with Physical Disabilities will be held at the Prefectural Office Lobby from March 2 to March 6, 2026.
Sanno Museum "185th Anniversary of Birth Renoir Exhibition" Ticket Giveaway
ART iT is offering a ticket giveaway for five pairs (10 people) to the "185th Anniversary of Birth Renoir Exhibition" at the Sanno Museum.
The Winners of the 34th Toride Mayor's Award (Fine Arts Category) for Reiwa 7 Have Been Decided!
Two winning artworks for the 34th Toride Mayor's Award (Fine Arts Category) for Reiwa 7 have been selected based on Tokyo University of the Arts' recommendations.
Mizuho Fujita | How to Grasp the "Place"—From the "2025 Kyoto City University of Arts Exhibition"
This article reviews two student works from the 2025 KCUA Exhibition that explore the concept of "place" within the university setting.
Hoshino Futoshi | Jean-Philippe Delhomme (Illustrations), Jean-Marc Savoye (Text) 'The Bright Time of the Villa Savoye'
This book offers a fresh look at the Villa Savoye through warm illustrations and humorous text by the owner's grandson and an illustrator.
【Tokyo】VOCA Exhibition 2026 "The Vision of Contemporary Art - New Artists of the Flat Medium -"
The VOCA Exhibition 2026, showcasing new flat works by young artists, will be held at the Ueno Royal Museum in Tokyo.
【2026】14 Must-See Art Exhibitions and Art Events—From Renaissance Art to Fashion and Manga
This article highlights 14 unmissable art exhibitions and events scheduled across Japan in 2026, covering diverse genres from Renaissance art to fashion and manga.
The 29th Nakanoshima Film Theater: "Wars and Images" @ The National Museum of Art, Osaka
The 29th Nakanoshima Film Theater at NMAO explores "Wars and Images" through a screening of Fumio Kamei's work and contemporary artists' films.
Concentration of Kanazawa Art University Students' Sensibility: Art and Craft Faculty Graduation Exhibition at the 21st Century Museum of Art
The graduation exhibition of Kanazawa Art University's Faculty of Art and Craft is being held at the 21st Century Museum of Art, showcasing works by 158 students.
Art Exhibitions Starting in March: "Shimomura Kansan Exhibition" and "Čiurlionis Exhibition" in Tokyo, "Renoir Exhibition" and "Ancient Egypt Exhibition" in Kansai, "Great Extinction Exhibition" in Nagoya, and Edo-Tokyo Museum Renewal Opening
Numerous art exhibitions and events start in March across Tokyo, Kansai, and Nagoya, alongside the reopening of the Edo-Tokyo Museum.
Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism to Launch Tariff Exemption Program for High-Value Artworks as Part of 'Tourism Strategy 2030' to Accelerate Cultural Tourism
The Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism is launching a tariff exemption program for high-value art to accelerate cultural tourism under its 'Tourism Strategy 2030'.
Announcement of the Kumamoto University Faculty of Education, Department of Art, Reiwa 7 Graduation Production Exhibition
Kumamoto University's Department of Art will hold its Reiwa 7 Graduation Production Exhibition from March 3rd to 8th, 2026, at the Chemical Laboratory.
151 Excellent Works Mesmerize Visitors as "Shinwa Art Exhibition" Opens in Tsuyama
The Shinwa Art Exhibition opened in Tsuyama, showcasing 151 selected excellent works that are captivating visitors.
Loewe Foundation Craft Prize 2026 Finalists Announced: 3 Nominees from Japan
Thirty finalists for the Loewe Foundation Craft Prize 2026 have been announced, including three nominees from Japan.
Pop-up Store for "Tate Britain - YBA & BEYOND: British Art That Changed the World in the 90s" to be Held at Omotesando Concept Store "V.A."
A pop-up store for the "Tate Britain - YBA & BEYOND" exhibition is being held at the V.A. concept store in Omotesando.
Kyoto Art Hotel "BnA Alter Museum" Unveils New Guest Rooms
Kyoto's art hotel, BnA Alter Museum, celebrates its 7th anniversary by unveiling a new artist room designed by Asako Fujikura.
Aiko Sugie | "Beautiful Utopia: Portraits of Modern Japan Dreaming of an Ideal Land"
This exhibition introduces various art and cultural movements in early 20th-century Japan that dreamed of an ideal way of life, such as the Mingei Movement.
Hiroko Akatsuki × Nodoka Sakamoto × Tomoki Sakuta × Shunya Hagiwara | Creative Utilization of the artscape Archive—Reading 30 Years of Archives (Part 3, First Part)
Hiroko Akatsuki and others discuss the creative utilization of artscape's 30-year archive, contextualizing it within internet history and technological shifts.
Itami Art Association Exhibition
The Itami Art Association Exhibition will feature diverse works including Western and Japanese paintings, calligraphy, and sculpture by association members.
Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges @ Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art
The Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art presents 'Anti-Action,' re-examining the work of female artists in postwar Japan through a gender studies lens.
【Kanagawa】Call for Applications: “Connecting Creation: ACY Artist Fellowship” for 2026-2027
Arts Commission Yokohama (ACY) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 “Connecting Creation: ACY Artist Fellowship” program.
Kanazawa College of Art Graduation Works Exhibition: Works by 158 Students in "Nihonga, Sculpture, Lacquerware" (MRO Hokuriku Broadcasting)
The Kanazawa College of Art graduation exhibition has opened at the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, featuring works by 158 students.
Works Full of Young Artists' Originality Lined Up: Kanazawa College of Art Graduation Exhibition Begins, Held Until the 28th (TV Kanazawa)
The Kanazawa College of Art graduation exhibition has started, showcasing original works from about 150 graduating students.
Setagaya Museum of Art Holds 40th Anniversary Exhibition, Focusing on Collections Themed Around Life and Art (Asahi Shimbun)
The Setagaya Museum of Art is holding a 40th-anniversary exhibition showcasing its collection themed around life and art.
From Edo Paintings to "Brillo Box": The Variety of Art Collections Gathered by Tottori Prefecture!
An exhibition at the Tottori Prefectural Museum showcases Tottori Prefecture's diverse art collection, ranging from Edo paintings to Warhol's "Brillo Box."
Alfredo Jaar You and Me and the Others @ Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery
The solo exhibition of Alfredo Jaar, "You and Me and the Others," is being held at the Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery.
"Traveling Museum" Opens at Toyohashi City Museum of Art and History with the Theme of "Cross-Border"; Introducing Collection Items from Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art and Prefectural Ceramic Museum
A traveling exhibition featuring works from the Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art and Prefectural Ceramic Museum, themed around "cross-border," has opened in Toyohashi.
【Art Personnel Navi ~ From BMFA Member Museums】③ Chiba City Museum of Art: Tomoko Matsuo and Shiori Tabei (Part 2) "After the renewal, we believe it has become a museum where you can stay for a whole day"
Chiba City Museum of Art discusses its transformation into a 'stay-all-day' museum post-renewal, highlighting new permanent galleries and the participatory 'Tsukurikake Lab,' alongside the current Rockefeller Collection Ukiyo-e exhibition.
Fukushima is Dyed in Van Gogh: Long Lines on Opening Day, Increased Use of Restaurants and Hotels Near Fukushima Prefectural Museum of Art
The opening day of the Van Gogh exhibition at the Fukushima Prefectural Museum of Art drew large crowds, boosting local restaurants and hotels.
Alfredo Jaar: You, Me and All the People of the World @ Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery
An exhibition of works by internationally active artist Alfredo Jaar will be held at the Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery.
Yebisu International Festival for Art & Alternative Visions 2026 “Polyphonic Voices Bathed in Sunlight” @ Tokyo Photographic Art Museum, various locations in Yebisu Garden Place, local collaborations, etc.
The Yebisu International Festival for Art & Alternative Visions 2026 runs from February 6 to 23, curated by Chiu Yu-Hsuan.
Report on the Opening of the Special Exhibition "1200th Anniversary of the Birth of the Poet Ariwara no Narihira and The Tales of Ise" (The Mitsui Memorial Museum). What Influence Did Narihira and "The Tales of Ise" Have on Japanese Aesthetics?
The Mitsui Memorial Museum opened a special exhibition on Ariwara no Narihira and "The Tales of Ise," showcasing their influence on Japanese aesthetics.
"Hisayo Fukuda: At the Edge of the In-Between" (The Museum of Modern Art, Kamakura Annex) Opening Report. Untying Boundaries and Witnessing the Birth of New Life
The exhibition "Hisayo Fukuda: At the Edge of the In-Between" at the Kamakura Annex showcases works exploring the boundaries between words and art.
【Art Personnel Navi ~ From the Museums Affiliated with the Japan Association of Art Museums】③ Chiba City Museum of Art: Tomoko Matsuo and Kaori Tabei (Part 1) "30 Years Pursuing the Beauty of Chiba City Museum Through the Accumulation of Self-Planned Exhibitions"
Chiba City Museum of Art's Deputy Director Tomoko Matsuo and Curator Kaori Tabei discuss the museum's 30-year history of pursuing uniqueness and navigating the pandemic-era renovation.
[Opening] Setagaya Museum of Art 40th Anniversary Exhibition "Setabi's Footprints -- Between Life and Art" until April 12th, 40 Years...
The Setagaya Museum of Art is holding a special exhibition until April 12th celebrating its 40th anniversary with selected collection highlights.
What Happened in Glasgow in the 90s During the YBA Era? Jim Lambie Looks Back at the British Art Scene
Jim Lambie discusses the DIY art scene of 90s Glasgow on the occasion of the exhibition at The National Art Center, Tokyo.
"Children's Art Exhibition" Opens in Iwanai; Winners, including top prize recipient Idobata, Awarded
The 31st Furusato Children's Art Exhibition opened in Iwanai, where top prize winners, including Ms. Idobata, were honored.
The First Contemporary Art Exhibition in the Hoko Region (BBC Biwako Broadcasting)
The first in a series of contemporary art exhibitions by the Shiga Prefectural Museum of Art in the Hoko region has opened in Takashima City.
Yudai Iikawa: When I Found What Was Important @ Art Tower Mito Contemporary Art Gallery
Yudai Iikawa's solo exhibition at Art Tower Mito features new installations and a project where viewers transport a work to other concurrent exhibition venues.
New Art Festival "Gero Art Discovery 2026" Set in Gero City to be Held This Autumn! Art Director Fram Kitagawa Appointed as General Director
The new art festival "Gero Art Discovery 2026," directed by Fram Kitagawa, will be held in Gero City this autumn, featuring over 40 artists from 11 countries.
Visit the Newest Museums Affordably. Tottori Prefectural Museum Newly Joins the Museum Discount Coupon 'Mu-pon,' Introducing Its Charms
The Tottori Prefectural Museum has newly joined the 'Mu-pon' discount coupon service by Tokyo Art Beat, showcasing its architecture and offerings.
Ueno Station and Genichiro Inokuma's "Freedom"
An exhibition focusing on Genichiro Inokuma's mural "Freedom" at Ueno Station, celebrating its completion of restoration.
Paintings and 3,000 Masterpieces of Sculpture at Wake and Setouchi Junior High School Art Exhibition: Sanyo Shimbun Digital | SanDeji
The Wake and Setouchi Junior High School Art Exhibition is being held, showcasing about 3,000 paintings and three-dimensional works.
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[Video] A Girl Who Is 'Art-Curious' Visits the 'Van Gogh Exhibition: The Dream of the Painter Connected by Family,' and a Reporter Explains the Highlights!

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Games and Art Exhibition | Shimotsuke Shimbun Digital

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Mori Art Award 2026

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artscape Roundtable | What Does It Mean to Judge at a "Design Award"? -- The Ideal Award and How Judging Should Be (Part 1)

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artscape Editorial Department | Catalog & Books | February 2026 [Upcoming Edition]

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【Kyoto】Talk & Workshop "Listening with Hands, Touching with Voice"

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【Yuzuru Hanyu New Merchandise Information】Original Product "Costume Image Tamamushi Lacquer Compact Mirror" to be Sold from March 2nd (Mon) at the Art Exhibition Navi Online Store...

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In Memoriam: Hiroyuki Oki - Filming and Living @ Theatre Image Forum

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The First Large-Scale Retrospective Exhibition of Minami Tada Since His Passing Will Be Held, Exhibiting the Trajectory of His Creative Work Spanning Approximately 70 Years

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Koichi Kageyama | Chen Chin's "The Women of Shantimen Area": Conflict Between Self and Other -- "Toshiko Rawanchaikun"

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Hara Chikei | Keizo Kitajima Photo Exhibition: Borrowed Place, Borrowed Time

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[Ishikawa, Aichi, Kyoto] Contract Lessons for People Working in the Field of Art and Crafts 2025

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Emiko Kasahara "DR 2019-" @ The Third Gallery Aya

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Art Basel 2026 Announces Lineup

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Ho Rui An "The Price of Gold" @ Hibiya Convention Hall

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For a Placard @ The National Museum of Art, Osaka

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Kochi Avant-garde: Motonao Takasaki and Tomiji Hamaguchi

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The 44th "Art Exhibition for Children and Adults with Physical Disabilities" will be held in the Prefectural Office Lobby - Fukuoka Prefectural Government Website

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Sanno Museum "185th Anniversary of Birth Renoir Exhibition" Ticket Giveaway

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The Winners of the 34th Toride Mayor's Award (Fine Arts Category) for Reiwa 7 Have Been Decided!

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Mizuho Fujita | How to Grasp the "Place"—From the "2025 Kyoto City University of Arts Exhibition"

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Hoshino Futoshi | Jean-Philippe Delhomme (Illustrations), Jean-Marc Savoye (Text) 'The Bright Time of the Villa Savoye'

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【Tokyo】VOCA Exhibition 2026 "The Vision of Contemporary Art - New Artists of the Flat Medium -"

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【2026】14 Must-See Art Exhibitions and Art Events—From Renaissance Art to Fashion and Manga

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The 29th Nakanoshima Film Theater: "Wars and Images" @ The National Museum of Art, Osaka

中日新聞Web

Concentration of Kanazawa Art University Students' Sensibility: Art and Craft Faculty Graduation Exhibition at the 21st Century Museum of Art

美術展ナビ

Art Exhibitions Starting in March: "Shimomura Kansan Exhibition" and "Čiurlionis Exhibition" in Tokyo, "Renoir Exhibition" and "Ancient Egypt Exhibition" in Kansai, "Great Extinction Exhibition" in Nagoya, and Edo-Tokyo Museum Renewal Opening

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Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism to Launch Tariff Exemption Program for High-Value Artworks as Part of 'Tourism Strategy 2030' to Accelerate Cultural Tourism

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Announcement of the Kumamoto University Faculty of Education, Department of Art, Reiwa 7 Graduation Production Exhibition

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151 Excellent Works Mesmerize Visitors as "Shinwa Art Exhibition" Opens in Tsuyama

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Loewe Foundation Craft Prize 2026 Finalists Announced: 3 Nominees from Japan

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Pop-up Store for "Tate Britain - YBA & BEYOND: British Art That Changed the World in the 90s" to be Held at Omotesando Concept Store "V.A."

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Kyoto Art Hotel "BnA Alter Museum" Unveils New Guest Rooms

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Aiko Sugie | "Beautiful Utopia: Portraits of Modern Japan Dreaming of an Ideal Land"

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Hiroko Akatsuki × Nodoka Sakamoto × Tomoki Sakuta × Shunya Hagiwara | Creative Utilization of the artscape Archive—Reading 30 Years of Archives (Part 3, First Part)

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Itami Art Association Exhibition

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Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges @ Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art

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【Kanagawa】Call for Applications: “Connecting Creation: ACY Artist Fellowship” for 2026-2027

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Kanazawa College of Art Graduation Works Exhibition: Works by 158 Students in "Nihonga, Sculpture, Lacquerware" (MRO Hokuriku Broadcasting)

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Works Full of Young Artists' Originality Lined Up: Kanazawa College of Art Graduation Exhibition Begins, Held Until the 28th (TV Kanazawa)