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Kagawa: Call for Entries for the 2nd MIMOCA EYE
The 2nd MIMOCA EYE art call invites artists under 36 in Kagawa's Murakami Genzō Contemporary Art Museum.
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48 Volunteer Members of the Art Critics Federation Issue Joint Statement Opposing the Establishment of a Law Criminalizing Flag Desecration
48 art critics from the Art Critics Federation issued a joint statement opposing the proposed law criminalizing flag desecration.
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Summer Studio 2026
Summer Studio 2026 offers free workshops and exhibitions for all ages, featuring nine artists and a youth program.
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Top 13 Exhibitions to See This Weekend. From Judd and Gaudi to Rembrandt and 'Two Africas'
Weekend's top 13 exhibitions highlight Judd, Gaudi, Rembrandt, and 'Two Africas' with shows by Jonas Mekas, Yoshimasu, Nakanishi Natsuki, and Donald Judd.
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British Museum Japanese Art Collection 'Hyakka Ryōran: Edo Paintings Crossing the Sea' Exhibition – Free Admission Ticket Giveaway
The British Museum's Japanese art collection is exhibited at Tokyo Metropolitan Museum, with free tickets given away by Asahi Shimbun Digital Magazine &.
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Part 7: "Severed Bodies" [Professor Naoki Sato] Art Appreciation Lessons Taught at Tokyo Geidai: A New Art History through East-West Comparison - Sesshu's National Treasure "Huike Danbi-zu" and the Head of Holofernes
Professor Naoki Sato compares Sesshu and Cranach to explain different depictions of "severed bodies" in Eastern and Western art.
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グループの垣根越え、美術への思いをざっくばらんに　佐賀美協前理事長の北島治樹さん、7月12日に基山町で初の講演会
独立美術協会会員で佐賀美術協会前理事長の北島治樹さん（76）＝佐賀市＝が創作に込めた思いについて話す講演会が12日午前10時半から、基山町民会館で開かれる。美術グループの垣根を越えて、それぞれの創作への思いをざっくばらんに語りながら、美術に親しむ人たちを増やしていこうと初めて企画した。参加無料。　イメージをどのように抽象表現につなげるかをテーマに話す。難しく考えず、「いい色」「きれい」「懐かしい色」で見る人にしなやかな温かみを生み出す表現を紹介する。　創元会県支部が開催する。
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Tokushima Prefectural Museum of Modern Art Collection Exhibition 2026 Fiscal Year II "Observing Words, Reading Art"
The 2026 Fiscal Year II collection exhibition at Tokushima Prefectural Museum of Modern Art explores the relationship between words and art.
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Taro Igarashi | Architectural Stroll 13──Going to an Art Museum in Seoul from Japan
Taro Igarashi visits Seoul museums, noting low fees and youthful crowds, to reflect on East Asia's art scene and Japan's cultural standing.
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Repatriated Film Collection (4) – Cultural, News, and Anime Film Edition @ National Film Archive
The National Film Archive hosts a special exhibition featuring repatriated pre-war and wartime Japanese films, focusing on cultural, news, and anime films.
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Preview: "Game and Art" Exhibition at Tochigi Prefectural Museum from July 11 Featuring Nobunaga's Ambition as a New Artistic Experience
An art exhibition at Tochigi Prefectural Museum starting July 11, featuring the Nobunaga's Ambition series as a historical simulation game.
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Hikarie Hall 'Miracle of the Gaze: Adventures of Japanese Women Photographers' Ticket Giveaway
Three winning pairs will receive tickets to the Hikarie Hall exhibition 'Miracle of the Gaze: Adventures of Japanese Women Photographers' via a lottery.
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Gilbert & George's 30-Year Major Solo Exhibition in 2027 Touring Kyoto and Tokyo
Gilbert & George's 30-year major solo exhibition will tour Kyoto and Tokyo in 2027.
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Tsukuda Yū | Illustration after "butter stink" – "Who was Takaya Sugoroku? Hirosugiyama and Takaya Sugoroku Exhibition" / Part 2
The article examines how Hirosugiyama’s exhibition links 1980s kitsch culture with 1990s sampling, tracing the evolution of illustration beyond the "butter stink" era.
Tokyo Art Beat
Gilbert & George's Major Exhibition to be Held at Kyoto Seika Art Museum and National Museum of Modern Art in 2027
British contemporary art duo Gilbert & George's major exhibition 'Gilbert & George' will be held at Kyoto Seika Art Museum from May 26 to August 29, 2027, and at the National Museum of Modern Art in Tokyo from September 17 to December 20, 2027.
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Yokosuka Museum of Art to reopen on September 5, with collection exhibition including newly acquired works
Yokosuka Museum of Art reopens September 5 after renovations, featuring collection exhibitions and special shows.
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「CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto」to be held this autumn. Attention to the space where the architecture of three temples and artworks resonate.
The CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto art fair returns this November, expanding to three historic temples in Kyoto’s Nishijin district.
Tokyo Art Beat
[Museum Goods] 8 Recommended Items Selected by the Editorial Team from the Lucy Lee Exhibition – "Elegant Vessels Connecting East and West" (Tokyo Garden Museum)
The editorial team presents eight recommended goods from the Lucy Lee exhibition at Tokyo Garden Museum.
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Van Cleef & Arpels × MAK Exhibition Held in Vienna
The Van Cleef & Arpels × MAK exhibition 'GLANZSTÜCKE' is currently running in Vienna.
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Takashima Chi | Yuken Teruya Solo Exhibition "Yuken Teruya: Your Journey"
Yuken Teruya presents a solo exhibition featuring recent works that explore Okinawa's history and modern society.
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Yutaka Tsukada | Illustration after 'Buta-ka'──'Who was Takeya Sugoroku? Exhibition of Hiro Sugiyama and Takeya Sugoroku' / Part 1
This article reviews the exhibition 'Who was Takeya Sugoroku? Exhibition of Hiro Sugiyama and Takeya Sugoroku' and explores the background of the illustrator's work, including 'Buta-ka' and 'Hetau-ma'.
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Summer Vacation at the Art Museum 16: What if "Art" Did Not Exist?
An announcement for the exhibition series "Summer Vacation at the Art Museum," exploring how we perceive the world without art.
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【Tokyo】Night Museum Project 'Odd Job Experience: Midnight Curator'
A night museum project titled 'Odd Job Experience: Midnight Curator' will be held at the Tony Auslander exhibition in Tokyo.
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A Large-Scale Touring Exhibition Entering the World of Marimekko Starts. Report on 'Marimekko Exhibition: The Power of Patterns' (Kyoto City Museum of Kyoto Culture)
A large-scale touring exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Finnish design house Marimekko has opened in Kyoto.
Tokyo Art Beat
[Summer Vacation 2026] 28 Recommended Exhibitions at Museums and Art Galleries Across Japan | From Monet, Marie Antoinette, to Ghibli, Hiroshima Prize Exhibitions
The article lists 28 recommended exhibitions across Japan for the 2026 summer vacation, grouped by region and featuring top picks.
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Is the Display 90% of the Show? This Display is Amazing! Top 3 Art Exhibitions "Art Terror and ... Don't Miss This Month's Collection!!" July Issue
The article highlights the evolution of exhibition displays and profiles three current shows in Japan.
Tokyo Art Beat
【Museum Goods】10 Recommended Items from the Takashi Yanase Exhibition 'Life Is a Joyful Game' (Setagaya Literature Museum)
The article lists ten recommended goods from the Takashi Yanase exhibition at Setagaya Literature Museum, appealing to Anpanman fans.
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Aichi Prefecture Announces Implementation Policy for Joint Art Storage Facility, First Nationwide
Aichi Prefecture announces policy for a joint art storage facility, aiming for completion by 2030.
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Mitsui Gallery to Open 'La Bella Simonetta.' Exhibition Decoding Botticelli's Ideal Beauty Through Literary Works
Mitsui Gallery will open a special exhibition featuring Botticelli's 'La Bella Simonetta' and explore the subject through Italian and Japanese literature.
Tokyo Art Beat
[Museum Goods] 10 Recommended Items Found at the "50 Years After Death: Takashima Juro Exhibition" (Shibuya-ku Matsutō Art Museum)
An article listing ten recommended items from the Takashima Juro exhibition at Shibuya-ku Matsutō Art Museum.
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Hiroshima Document: Dome and Hiroshima, November 1936, Geishu Art Association Exhibition
An article about the first Geishu Art Association exhibition held in Hiroshima in November 1936.
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Works Appear Where They Are Discovered: "CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto" Opening Date Determined
The "CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto" art fair, held from November 6 to 8, 2025, at Kyoto temples, showcases traditional and modern art with special programs like tea ceremonies and flower events.
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Traveling Through Time via Artworks: Collection Exhibition at Hiroshima City Contemporary Art Museum
A collection exhibition themed “Time” at Hiroshima City Contemporary Art Museum showcases 60 works, conveying peace messages through art.
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【Aomori】 'Soul of Decoration: The Pattern Universe Connecting Europe and Asia – From Jomon, Celtic to Nebuta' Exhibition Related Events
This article lists related events for the 'Soul of Decoration' exhibition at Aomori Prefectural Art Museum.
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Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts 90th Anniversary Special Exhibition: Water Margin
The exhibition celebrates the museum's 90th anniversary by exploring the Water Margin's influence on Chinese and Japanese art from the Song to modern eras.
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Exhibition: Games and Art – Nobunaga's Ambition / Koei Tecmo's Ambition – The Birth of Interactive Art
An exhibition re-evaluating Koei Tecmo’s Nobunaga’s Ambition series as art, exploring games as interactive artistic experiences.
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Tomi-o Koyama and New Owner Yuya Kuratomi Discuss the Future of the Tomi-o Koyama Gallery: How Will the Gallery Be Passed on to the Next Generation?
Koyama explains why he transferred full ownership of his gallery to Kuratomi, aiming for a positive succession to the next generation.
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HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE collaborates with Tate; 2nd "OPEN STUDIO" to be held in September
HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE will host its second "OPEN STUDIO" at Tate Modern this September.
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Fukushima Art Annual 2026: World ↔ Me (Sato Saemi / Takami Yuki) Venue Report. Different Painting Practices Illuminating the Distance to the World
The 2026 Fukushima Art Annual at Fukushima Prefectural Art Museum features works by Sato Saemi and Takami Yuki, exploring their distinct painting practices to examine the relationship between individuals and the world.
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Report on the Opening of the Special Exhibition "Children and Adults' Independent Research: Pattern Excitement²" (National Crafts Museum). Pokemon x Edo Komon works to be unveiled again.
A special exhibition exploring the charm of patterns has opened at the National Crafts Museum.
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Tony Oursler: Between Technology and Gnosis (TOKYO NODE) Opening Report. Also featuring the world premiere of an unfinished project with David Bowie
Tony Oursler's first major solo exhibition in Japan at TOKYO NODE features 49 works, including a world premiere of a project with David Bowie.
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Shigeto Shigeta's New Noh Play 'Nazukataza Haru no Kimi' Reperformed on the 80th Anniversary of the End of the War. A New Work That Tells the Story of War as a 'Story'
Shigeto Shigeta's new Noh play 'Nazukataza Haru no Kimi' is reprised on the 80th anniversary of the war's end, reinterpreting war as a 'story'.
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July 4th (Sat) Art Exhibitions Opening Nationwide: Gogh's Jumping Bridge, Takashima Jiro, Lucy Lee, Yokai & Fantasy Creatures, Nakashima Natsuki
Nationwide art exhibitions open on July 4th, featuring works by Gogh, Takashima Jiro, Lucy Lee, and others.
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Moe Wakabayashi (P.I.C.S. management) participates as a guest lecturer in the Art Design Expression Course at Joshibi University of Art. | NEWS
Moe Wakabayashi (P.I.C.S. management) served as a guest lecturer at Joshibi University of Art, sharing insights on animation production.
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Decision Made to Hold 'Hyakume.' Screening Event with Art Director's Talk on July 17 (Fri)!
On July 17, 2026, a special screening event for the film 'Hyakume.' featuring a talk by the art director will be held at UPLINK Joji.
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Riku Yamakawa | Carl Hoffman 'Cannibal: The Rockefeller Disappearance'
This book explores the 1961 disappearance of Michael Rockefeller, detailing anthropologist Carl Hoffman's investigation into the 'how' and 'why' of his death in New Guinea.
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【Opening】Special Exhibition 'Kinzoku Unki Kirara —The Brilliance of Japanese Art—' at Hakone Okada Museum of Art until Dec 6 Keywords are Sparkling! Techniques that Illuminate Calligraphy, Painting, Ceramics, and Lacquerware
The special exhibition 'Kinzoku Unki Kirara —The Brilliance of Japanese Art—' is currently open at Hakone Okada Museum of Art until December 6, showcasing the use of gold, silver, and mica in Japanese art.
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Best 27 Exhibitions to See This Weekend. From the "Andrew Wyeth" Exhibition to the "Tony Ausler" Exhibition
This article lists the best 27 exhibitions to see this weekend, featuring the "Andrew Wyeth" exhibition, the "MONSTERS" exhibition, and shows by Akiko Ueda and others.
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Art Exhibitions and Shows Closing Nationwide on Sunday, July 5: Andrew Wyeth Exhibition, Goosebumps for Jakuchu!, and More
A regional guide to art exhibitions across Japan closing on Sunday, July 5.
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Kenryou Gu's Unique Digital Weaving Technique Invites a Visual Experience Beyond Photography
Artist Kenryou Gu uses a unique digital weaving technique to reconstruct cityscapes into a 360-degree visual experience.
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International Art Exhibition TOKYO ATLAS
The International Art Exhibition TOKYO ATLAS will run from October 10, 2026, for 72 days in Tokyo's Odaiba, Aomi, and Shiba areas, featuring international artists and free admission.
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【1名限定】『The Era of Kimono―Edo Mode 300 Years』（Chūō Kōron Bijutsu Shuppan） Giveaway, Deadline July 9 (Thursday)
A giveaway for one copy of 'The Era of Kimono―Edo Mode 300 Years' by Chūō Kōron Bijutsu Shuppan is available until July 9, 2026, via a survey using a Yomiuri ID.
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110th Anniversary of City Status and 30th Anniversary of Museum Opening Collection Exhibition: 'Window - What Lies Within'
Okayama City Museum of Art hosts an exhibition celebrating its 110th city status anniversary and 30th opening anniversary, focusing on the theme of 'windows' through its collection.
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【Summer 2026 Vacation】16 Recommended Nationwide Exhibitions & Art Events for Parents and Children | From Moomin, Ghibli, and Popular Anime to Picture Books and Interactive Exhibitions
We highlight family-friendly exhibitions across Japan during the summer vacation.
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Chiba 'Fairy Tale MODE' Exhibition and Related Events
The Chiba 'Fairy Tale MODE' exhibition at Chiba City Art Museum features various related events including film screenings, concerts, workshops, and talks.
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SCARTS×CoSTEP Art & Science Project Exhibition Yasusuke Nagata 'Digging the Wind' @ Sapporo Cultural Exchange Center SCARTS
SCARTS and Hokkaido University's CoSTEP present an exhibition by artist Yasusuke Nagata titled 'Digging the Wind' at Sapporo Cultural Exchange Center SCARTS.
Tokyo Art Beat
[Summer Vacation 2026] 27 Recommended Art Exhibitions in Tokyo Museums and Galleries | From Van Gogh and Rembrandt to Pingu and Tony Oursler
A guide to 27 must-see art exhibitions in Tokyo during the 2026 summer vacation.
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Azamino Kodomo Gallery 2026: A Home for Someone, Somewhere.
An interactive art exhibition for children held in Yokohama in summer 2026.
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Azamino Kids Gallery 2026: Somewhere, That Place
A 10‑day children’s art exhibition at Yokohama City Gallery Azamino (July 31–Aug 9, 2026) featuring interactive workshops, AR, and a nighttime event.
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Udyl Group x Cultural Heritage Utilization Center Refreshes Tokyo National Museum's 'Gateway to Japanese Art' with 'Once-in-a-Lifetime' Viewing Experience
Udyl Group has refreshed the Tokyo National Museum's 'Gateway to Japanese Art' exhibition space with an interactive video content called 'Tokyo Wonderwall (Once-in-a-Lifetime)' that introduces masterpieces currently on display in real-time.
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Kagawa: Call for Entries for the 2nd MIMOCA EYE
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48 Volunteer Members of the Art Critics Federation Issue Joint Statement Opposing the Establishment of a Law Criminalizing Flag Desecration
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Summer Studio 2026
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Top 13 Exhibitions to See This Weekend. From Judd and Gaudi to Rembrandt and 'Two Africas'
朝日新聞

British Museum Japanese Art Collection 'Hyakka Ryōran: Edo Paintings Crossing the Sea' Exhibition – Free Admission Ticket Giveaway
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Part 7: "Severed Bodies" [Professor Naoki Sato] Art Appreciation Lessons Taught at Tokyo Geidai: A New Art History through East-West Comparison - Sesshu's National Treasure "Huike Danbi-zu" and the Head of Holofernes
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グループの垣根越え、美術への思いをざっくばらんに　佐賀美協前理事長の北島治樹さん、7月12日に基山町で初の講演会
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Tokushima Prefectural Museum of Modern Art Collection Exhibition 2026 Fiscal Year II "Observing Words, Reading Art"
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Taro Igarashi | Architectural Stroll 13──Going to an Art Museum in Seoul from Japan
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Repatriated Film Collection (4) – Cultural, News, and Anime Film Edition @ National Film Archive
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Preview: "Game and Art" Exhibition at Tochigi Prefectural Museum from July 11 Featuring Nobunaga's Ambition as a New Artistic Experience
ART iT

Hikarie Hall 'Miracle of the Gaze: Adventures of Japanese Women Photographers' Ticket Giveaway
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Gilbert & George's 30-Year Major Solo Exhibition in 2027 Touring Kyoto and Tokyo
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Tsukuda Yū | Illustration after "butter stink" – "Who was Takaya Sugoroku? Hirosugiyama and Takaya Sugoroku Exhibition" / Part 2
Tokyo Art Beat

Gilbert & George's Major Exhibition to be Held at Kyoto Seika Art Museum and National Museum of Modern Art in 2027
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Yokosuka Museum of Art to reopen on September 5, with collection exhibition including newly acquired works
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「CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto」to be held this autumn. Attention to the space where the architecture of three temples and artworks resonate.
Tokyo Art Beat

[Museum Goods] 8 Recommended Items Selected by the Editorial Team from the Lucy Lee Exhibition – "Elegant Vessels Connecting East and West" (Tokyo Garden Museum)
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Van Cleef & Arpels × MAK Exhibition Held in Vienna
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Takashima Chi | Yuken Teruya Solo Exhibition "Yuken Teruya: Your Journey"
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Yutaka Tsukada | Illustration after 'Buta-ka'──'Who was Takeya Sugoroku? Exhibition of Hiro Sugiyama and Takeya Sugoroku' / Part 1
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Summer Vacation at the Art Museum 16: What if "Art" Did Not Exist?
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【Tokyo】Night Museum Project 'Odd Job Experience: Midnight Curator'
Tokyo Art Beat

A Large-Scale Touring Exhibition Entering the World of Marimekko Starts. Report on 'Marimekko Exhibition: The Power of Patterns' (Kyoto City Museum of Kyoto Culture)
Tokyo Art Beat

[Summer Vacation 2026] 28 Recommended Exhibitions at Museums and Art Galleries Across Japan | From Monet, Marie Antoinette, to Ghibli, Hiroshima Prize Exhibitions
美術展ナビ

Is the Display 90% of the Show? This Display is Amazing! Top 3 Art Exhibitions "Art Terror and ... Don't Miss This Month's Collection!!" July Issue
Tokyo Art Beat

【Museum Goods】10 Recommended Items from the Takashi Yanase Exhibition 'Life Is a Joyful Game' (Setagaya Literature Museum)
中日新聞Web

Aichi Prefecture Announces Implementation Policy for Joint Art Storage Facility, First Nationwide
美術手帖

Mitsui Gallery to Open 'La Bella Simonetta.' Exhibition Decoding Botticelli's Ideal Beauty Through Literary Works
Tokyo Art Beat

[Museum Goods] 10 Recommended Items Found at the "50 Years After Death: Takashima Juro Exhibition" (Shibuya-ku Matsutō Art Museum)
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Hiroshima Document: Dome and Hiroshima, November 1936, Geishu Art Association Exhibition
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Works Appear Where They Are Discovered: "CURATION⇄FAIR Kyoto" Opening Date Determined
朝日新聞

Traveling Through Time via Artworks: Collection Exhibition at Hiroshima City Contemporary Art Museum
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【Aomori】 'Soul of Decoration: The Pattern Universe Connecting Europe and Asia – From Jomon, Celtic to Nebuta' Exhibition Related Events
美術展ナビ

Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts 90th Anniversary Special Exhibition: Water Margin
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Exhibition: Games and Art – Nobunaga's Ambition / Koei Tecmo's Ambition – The Birth of Interactive Art
美術手帖

Tomi-o Koyama and New Owner Yuya Kuratomi Discuss the Future of the Tomi-o Koyama Gallery: How Will the Gallery Be Passed on to the Next Generation?
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HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE collaborates with Tate; 2nd "OPEN STUDIO" to be held in September
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Fukushima Art Annual 2026: World ↔ Me (Sato Saemi / Takami Yuki) Venue Report. Different Painting Practices Illuminating the Distance to the World
美術手帖

Report on the Opening of the Special Exhibition "Children and Adults' Independent Research: Pattern Excitement²" (National Crafts Museum). Pokemon x Edo Komon works to be unveiled again.
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