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Fukuoka Intensifies Art Strategy: New Art Museum, Expansion of Asia Art Museum, and Establishment of Arts Council
Fukuoka is advancing its art strategy with new museums, expanded Asia art museum, and an arts council to boost cultural exchange.
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2027 TOKAS Residency Program Application for Participating Creators
TOKAS has opened applications for three residency programs for the 2027 fiscal year.
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Iwakura Kazuki | Opening the Museum / Artists and Opening -- The Aftermath of Yokohama Museum of Art's Renovation and Collaboration with Artists
Yokohama Museum of Art's renovation led to the 'Artists and Opening' project, featuring Kazuki Kameda's exhibition exploring historical and modern connections through Yokohama and Seoul.
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A Comprehensive Retrospective Exhibition on the Entire History of the Kano School 'Special Exhibition 'Great Kano School' to be Held in 2027 at the Kyoto National Museum
The Kyoto National Museum will host a large-scale exhibition in 2027 to commemorate its 130th anniversary, showcasing the 400-year history of the Kano School. Approximately 150 works, including national treasures and newly discovered pieces, will be displayed.
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"Mamoru Hosoda's Origins/Exhibition" Held at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO. Tracing Hosoda's Creative Trajectory from Student Days to Latest Works
An exhibition tracing the creative journey of animation director Mamoru Hosoda from his student days to his latest works is held at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO.
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Updating the Osaka-Kansai Expo's Signature Pavilion. Ishiguro Hiroshi's 'Life Future+' to be held at MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives
The Osaka-Kansai Expo's signature pavilion 'Life Future' is updated as 'Life Future+' and will be held at MoN Takanawa.
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Ettore Sottsass — When Magic Begins, Design is Born @ Artizon Museum
Artizon Museum hosts Japan's first major retrospective exhibition of Ettore Sottsass, showcasing his design works.
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Representative Works of Dan Flavin Gather. David Zwirner Hong Kong Solo Exhibition 'Grids' is Ongoing
David Zwirner Hong Kong is hosting a solo exhibition of Dan Flavin titled 'Dan Flavin: Grids'.
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The Expression Field Survey Team Holds a Press Conference to Review 5 Years of Activities Alongside Latest Survey Results
The Expression Field Survey Team concluded its five-year campaign with a press conference at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, presenting new harassment survey results.
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Over 100 participating artists at the 61st Venice Biennale demand exclusion from the 'Visitor's Lion' award selection again, hinting at legal action.
Over 100 participating artists at the 61st Venice Biennale demand exclusion from the 'Visitor's Lion' award selection again, hinting at legal action.
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The exhibition 'tsugu minä perhonen' explores the brand's activities at Kumamoto Contemporary Art Museum.
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Sachiko Kazama Interview: Responding to the World from a Place of Resistance Against Rationalism [WHY ART]
Artist Sachiko Kazama discusses her transition from woodblock prints to oil painting.
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A Critical Issue for Democratic Society: Architect Ishagi Junya Discusses the Cancellation of the Tokushima Hall Plan Exhibition and 'Opportunity for Citizens to Know'
Ishagi Junya's exhibition on the Tokushima Hall plan was canceled, raising questions about the county's new plan and public awareness.
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A Guide to Understanding the Future Art World. 'Geijutsu Techo' July 2026 Issue Features 'Encyclopedia of 21st Century Contemporary Art'
The July 2026 issue of 'Geijutsu Techo' features a special report on contemporary art in the 21st century.
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From Damien Hirst to Julian Opie: Reporting on the Tate Museum - YBA & BEYOND British Art of the 90s that Changed the World (Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art)
The Tate Museum - YBA & BEYOND British Art of the 90s that Changed the World exhibition has opened at the Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art.
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Burberry Launches Young Japan-based Artists Program 'YJA' to Showcase Works by Kenryou Gu and Yoko Daihara
Burberry launches the 'YJA' program to introduce young Japanese artists, featuring works by Kenryou Gu and Yoko Daihara at the Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art.
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Shimazaki Kentaro | Shimojo Reisa × SPAC New Work 'Let's Resist the Environment, Resist Death. That's to Resist Life' (SHIZUOKA Seikai Theater Festival 2026③)
Shimojo Reisa's performance at the SHIZUOKA festival explores the 48-year solitary confinement of Bagada Koki through 48 types of physically demanding walking, raising ethical questions about human existence.
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Takashima Sachi | Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges (Part 1)
Examines post-war Japanese female artists' abstract paintings through gender studies.
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KAC Partnership Program 2026 yaru "USAGE of UTAGE"
The art collective yaru will present the participatory performance "USAGE of UTAGE" at the Kyoto Art Center.
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Tokyo National Museum to Renovate 3 In-House Restaurants. Opening Successively from This Summer to Autumn
Tokyo National Museum will renovate three in-house restaurants and cafes, opening them successively from this summer to autumn.
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YOSHIROTTEN's Largest-Scale Solo Exhibition "YOSHIROTTEN Exhibition Communication with the Beyond / BEYOND EARTH" to be Held at TOKYO NODE. JAXA Collaborates to Explore Communication with the Beyond
YOSHIROTTEN's largest-scale solo exhibition "YOSHIROTTEN Exhibition Communication with the Beyond / BEYOND EARTH" will be held at TOKYO NODE.
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The exhibition "Painted Venetian Glass ~Hakone Glass Forest Museum Collection~" recreating Da Vinci's "phantom glass" is held. Roudou Fuutei Randen provides audio guide
The Hakone Glass Forest Museum hosts a special exhibition recreating Da Vinci's "phantom glass" with audio guides.
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COMICO ART MUSEUM YUFUIN Renovates Exhibitions, Featuring Lee Ufan Works in Permanent Display
COMICO ART MUSEUM YUFUIN in Yufuin has renovated its exhibitions after nearly four years, featuring Lee Ufan's works as a permanent display.
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"Art Fair Nakanojo 2026" to be held. 37 artist groups participating, a place for purchasing works and exchange
"Art Fair Nakanojo 2026" will be held in Nakanojo Town, Gunma Prefecture from June 13 to 21.
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The Theme of 'Mori no Geijutsusai Hare no Kuni Okayama 2027' is 'Protopia—Forest Moving Forward'. Artist First Wave Announced: Mika Ninagawa, Leandro Erlich, and More
The theme for the second 'Mori no Geijutsusai Hare no Kuni Okayama' in 2027 is 'Protopia—Forest Moving Forward', with Mika Ninagawa and Leandro Erlich among the first announced artists.
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Opening Report of 'Osaka Art & Design 2026'. A 28-day art and design immersion in Osaka City areas
The Osaka Art & Design 2026 event opens with art and design exhibitions across the city.
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Matsubeya | Chihiro Ogawa 'Fading Portraits'
Chihiro Ogawa's photo exhibition 'Fading Portraits' featuring endangered species from Japanese zoos was held.
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【Tokyo】Tsubaki Noboru 'Freedom O Statue (Zoo) and Living' Exhibition Related Events
Tsubaki Noboru's exhibition 'Freedom O Statue (Zoo) and Living' will host related events including an artist talk, workshop, and street event.
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Kyo Takemura's Largest-Scale Solo Exhibition 'Kyo Takemura: Moving World' to be Held at Mito Art Museum Contemporary Art Gallery
Kyo Takemura's largest solo exhibition 'Moving World' opens at Mito Art Museum Contemporary Art Gallery.
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Enjoying the Shapes of Postwar Art Tiles: Mosaic Tile Museum in Toki Marks 10th Anniversary
The Mosaic Tile Museum in Toki, Gifu, celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special exhibition featuring 116 art tiles.
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Exhibition by Kaeda Seiji and Okada Yuko (Kasya no Mori Contemporary Art Museum) Report. Still Unfinished Paintings and a Place for Unheard Voices
The exhibition by Kaeda Seiji and Okada Yuko features works inspired by deceased female artists and an installation with a well, accompanied by audio dialogues.
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Sakurazaka International Art Exhibition
A contemporary art exhibition featuring Japan, India, and Korea is held at Gallery Hotaru in Hosono City.
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Tsuchida Yu | Multiple Contexts Converging on 'Sexy Robots' — SORAYAMA Light, Transparency, Reflection — TOKYO — Part 2
SORAYAMA's Tokyo exhibition highlights his transition from commercial illustration to contemporary art, featuring international collaborations and minimalist textual context.
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[Crowdfunding] Connecting the history of design. The first phase, investigation of the Nagai Keiji Collection, has started.
A crowdfunding campaign has started to archive the design collection of the late Nagai Keiji.
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First in Japan: Aichi Prefecture to Build a 'Joint Storage Facility' for Artworks in Tokoname City, Budgeting Over 16.5 Billion Yen in June Supplementary Budget
Aichi Prefecture announced a supplementary budget to build a joint storage facility for three museums in Tokoname City to address space shortages.
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（取材考記）ビエンナーレ　複雑な事象示す美術の祭典　田中ゑれ奈
５月上旬にイタリアでベネチア・ビエンナーレを取材した。世界中から最高峰の作品が集結する現代アートの祭典。美術担当記者としては憧れの場所だ。　だが、今年のビエンナーレはイスラエルやロシアなどの参加に批…
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[Fair] Hesomagari Art Channel: Enjoying Nagasawa Rosetsu and "Kawaii Japanese Art" through Hesokun's Selections | Ginza Tsutaya Books
Ginza Tsutaya Books is hosting a fair featuring the "Hesomagari Art Channel" by art historian Nobuhisa Kaneko and Hesokun.
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父に“呪い”をかけられて「絵が嫌いになった」私がなぜか美術展のアンバサダーになるまでの「不思議な縁（えにし）」のお話　武内陶子（AERA DIGITAL）
■過去に自分が投げたものが「戻ってくる」 次の日も朝から、風情ある町並み保存地区を写真を撮りながらの「お写んぽ」。そういえば父はよくスケッチ旅行に出かけていたが、自分の目で見たもの以外は描かず、
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Sugie Ako | Lucio Castro 'Drunken Noodles'
Lucio Castro's 'Drunken Noodles' is a fiction film exploring the outsider artist Sal Salandra.
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Edit Miscellany...54 -- Revisiting and Reconnecting with the Near Past
This article discusses the 'Tate Gallery - YBA & BEYOND: The 90s British Art That Changed the World' exhibition at the National New Art Museum in 2026, focusing on the YBA movement and its impact on contemporary art.
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Miyagi Prefectural Museum Reopening: Entire Collection Showcases 'The Era of Art'
The Miyagi Prefectural Museum is reopening to celebrate its 45th anniversary by showcasing its entire collection of approximately 7,000 artworks.
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Tokyo: Matsumoto Yoko 'The Day I Saw the Evening Star' Exhibition Related Events
Related events for the Matsumoto Yoko exhibition are held at Fuchu City Museum of Art.
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Mel Chin's 12th Hiroshima Prize Award Anniversary Exhibition at Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art. Japan's First Solo Exhibition Exploring His 50-Year Social Practice Trajectory
Mel Chin's first solo exhibition in Japan, showcasing his 50-year social practice through art.
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Kasuyano Mori Contemporary Art Museum Presents "2-Person Exhibition: Kaida Makoto and Okada Yuko"
Kasuyano Mori Contemporary Art Museum hosts the debut two-person exhibition featuring artists Kaida Makoto and Okada Yuko.
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Sachiko Kazama Exhibition: 1000-Ri Eye in the Fudō Room @ Hirosaki Moca Art Museum
Sachiko Kazama's solo exhibition features early works, large woodblock prints, and new oil paintings, exploring themes of modern society, technology, and personal reflections through approximately 60 artworks.
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「Master Western Art in 3 Months」 Episode 9: «Impressionism II: Paris's Chaos」 Featuring Renoir, Degas, Seurat and Others, Aired on June 3 on E-Tele
This episode of 'Master Western Art in 3 Months' explores Impressionist artists like Renoir, Degas, and Seurat, focusing on their works depicting Parisian life.
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Introducing Taiwanese Modern Art on a Large Scale. 'Contemporaneous Star Cloud -- Stars Sharing Time, Crossing Borders in Art' Exhibition to Open at Tokyo Museum of Contemporary Art
An exhibition showcasing approximately 200 works and 600 documents of Taiwanese modern art at Tokyo's Museum of Contemporary Art, exploring cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Japan.
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"In-dividual Theater: BUG Screen Week 2026" to be held, screening video works by 17 artists to support their careers
A program screening video works by 17 artists to support their careers will be held.
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A Hokkaido Civil Servant Self-Studies to Get into Tokyo University of the Arts
A Hokkaido civil servant self-studied to get into Tokyo University of the Arts.
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Monet's 'Water Lilies' also included. The collections of five National Museums begin free download provision of public domain works.
The five National Museums have started providing free downloads of public domain works, including Monet's 'Water Lilies'.
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Report on the Opening of 'ART OSAKA 2026'. What New Attempts Bring to Market Prospects
The modern art fair 'ART OSAKA 2026' opened in Osaka, exploring market prospects through new initiatives.
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Open Call: 7th VH AWARD
Hyundai Motor Group has launched the 7th VH AWARD open call for emerging media artists, offering a $30,000 grand prize.
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Tsubaki Noboru: Living with the Elephant Sculpture @ Towada City Museum of Contemporary Art
Tsubaki Noboru's solo exhibition 'Living with the Elephant Sculpture' opens at Towada City Museum of Contemporary Art.
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Vibrant Expressions of Free Imagination: Art Exhibition for Children with Disabilities at Okazaki Art Museum
An exhibition featuring artworks by children with disabilities is being held at the Okazaki World Children's Art Museum.
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Enjoy Art with Your Whole Body: 'Tameshite, Miru Exhibition' at Shiga Prefectural Museum of Art
The 'Tameshite, Miru Exhibition' at Shiga Prefectural Museum of Art invites visitors to enjoy art using all five senses.
Tokyo Art Beat
Jägermeister Collaboration Artist Edition by Sayuri Yamase to be released as a world limited edition of 560
A collaboration artist edition of Jägermeister designed by Sayuri Yamase will be released as a world limited edition of 560 bottles on May 29.
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Free Download of Over 10,000 Public Domain Work Images Listed in the National Museum of Art Comprehensive Catalog Search System Now Available
The National Art Research Center (NCAR) has started offering free downloads of 12,190 works and 14,063 image data of public domain works whose copyright protection period has expired via the National Museum of Art Comprehensive Catalog Search System.
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Masterpieces Gathered, Called a 'Textbook of Japanese Art': Highlights of the Kyushu National Museum Special Exhibition 'Jakuchu, Rinpa, and Kyoto Art'
The Kyushu National Museum's special exhibition 'Jakuchu, Rinpa, and Kyoto Art' showcases masterpieces including goldwork dedicated to gods and decorations that colored the Edo capital.
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The Black Tea Bowl 'Genta-iro' by Rikyu I by Rikyu I was sold for 230 million yen. It is the first public auction in 90 years.
The black tea bowl 'Genta-iro' by Rikyu I was sold for 230 million yen at the auction, marking the first public auction in 90 years.
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21 Must-See Exhibitions This Weekend. From Ko Shino Hiroko to the Great Goya Exhibition | Page 2
Highlights 21 exhibitions in Japan, featuring Ko Shino Hiroko's works and a spring-themed showcase emphasizing life's vitality.
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Fukuoka Intensifies Art Strategy: New Art Museum, Expansion of Asia Art Museum, and Establishment of Arts Council
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2027 TOKAS Residency Program Application for Participating Creators
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Iwakura Kazuki | Opening the Museum / Artists and Opening -- The Aftermath of Yokohama Museum of Art's Renovation and Collaboration with Artists
Tokyo Art Beat

A Comprehensive Retrospective Exhibition on the Entire History of the Kano School 'Special Exhibition 'Great Kano School' to be Held in 2027 at the Kyoto National Museum
美術手帖

"Mamoru Hosoda's Origins/Exhibition" Held at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO. Tracing Hosoda's Creative Trajectory from Student Days to Latest Works
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Updating the Osaka-Kansai Expo's Signature Pavilion. Ishiguro Hiroshi's 'Life Future+' to be held at MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives
ART iT

Ettore Sottsass — When Magic Begins, Design is Born @ Artizon Museum
美術手帖

Representative Works of Dan Flavin Gather. David Zwirner Hong Kong Solo Exhibition 'Grids' is Ongoing
ART iT

The Expression Field Survey Team Holds a Press Conference to Review 5 Years of Activities Alongside Latest Survey Results
Tokyo Art Beat

Over 100 participating artists at the 61st Venice Biennale demand exclusion from the 'Visitor's Lion' award selection again, hinting at legal action.
ART iT

tsugu minä perhonen
Tokyo Art Beat

Sachiko Kazama Interview: Responding to the World from a Place of Resistance Against Rationalism [WHY ART]
Tokyo Art Beat

A Critical Issue for Democratic Society: Architect Ishagi Junya Discusses the Cancellation of the Tokushima Hall Plan Exhibition and 'Opportunity for Citizens to Know'
美術手帖

A Guide to Understanding the Future Art World. 'Geijutsu Techo' July 2026 Issue Features 'Encyclopedia of 21st Century Contemporary Art'
Tokyo Art Beat

From Damien Hirst to Julian Opie: Reporting on the Tate Museum - YBA & BEYOND British Art of the 90s that Changed the World (Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art)
Tokyo Art Beat

Burberry Launches Young Japan-based Artists Program 'YJA' to Showcase Works by Kenryou Gu and Yoko Daihara
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Shimazaki Kentaro | Shimojo Reisa × SPAC New Work 'Let's Resist the Environment, Resist Death. That's to Resist Life' (SHIZUOKA Seikai Theater Festival 2026③)
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Takashima Sachi | Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges (Part 1)
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KAC Partnership Program 2026 yaru "USAGE of UTAGE"
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Tokyo National Museum to Renovate 3 In-House Restaurants. Opening Successively from This Summer to Autumn
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YOSHIROTTEN's Largest-Scale Solo Exhibition "YOSHIROTTEN Exhibition Communication with the Beyond / BEYOND EARTH" to be Held at TOKYO NODE. JAXA Collaborates to Explore Communication with the Beyond
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The exhibition "Painted Venetian Glass ~Hakone Glass Forest Museum Collection~" recreating Da Vinci's "phantom glass" is held. Roudou Fuutei Randen provides audio guide
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COMICO ART MUSEUM YUFUIN Renovates Exhibitions, Featuring Lee Ufan Works in Permanent Display
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"Art Fair Nakanojo 2026" to be held. 37 artist groups participating, a place for purchasing works and exchange
美術手帖

The Theme of 'Mori no Geijutsusai Hare no Kuni Okayama 2027' is 'Protopia—Forest Moving Forward'. Artist First Wave Announced: Mika Ninagawa, Leandro Erlich, and More
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Opening Report of 'Osaka Art & Design 2026'. A 28-day art and design immersion in Osaka City areas
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Matsubeya | Chihiro Ogawa 'Fading Portraits'
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【Tokyo】Tsubaki Noboru 'Freedom O Statue (Zoo) and Living' Exhibition Related Events
美術手帖

Kyo Takemura's Largest-Scale Solo Exhibition 'Kyo Takemura: Moving World' to be Held at Mito Art Museum Contemporary Art Gallery
中日新聞Web

Enjoying the Shapes of Postwar Art Tiles: Mosaic Tile Museum in Toki Marks 10th Anniversary
Tokyo Art Beat

Exhibition by Kaeda Seiji and Okada Yuko (Kasya no Mori Contemporary Art Museum) Report. Still Unfinished Paintings and a Place for Unheard Voices
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Sakurazaka International Art Exhibition
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Tsuchida Yu | Multiple Contexts Converging on 'Sexy Robots' — SORAYAMA Light, Transparency, Reflection — TOKYO — Part 2
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[Crowdfunding] Connecting the history of design. The first phase, investigation of the Nagai Keiji Collection, has started.
Yahoo!ニュース

First in Japan: Aichi Prefecture to Build a 'Joint Storage Facility' for Artworks in Tokoname City, Budgeting Over 16.5 Billion Yen in June Supplementary Budget
朝日新聞

（取材考記）ビエンナーレ　複雑な事象示す美術の祭典　田中ゑれ奈
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[Fair] Hesomagari Art Channel: Enjoying Nagasawa Rosetsu and "Kawaii Japanese Art" through Hesokun's Selections | Ginza Tsutaya Books
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父に“呪い”をかけられて「絵が嫌いになった」私がなぜか美術展のアンバサダーになるまでの「不思議な縁（えにし）」のお話　武内陶子（AERA DIGITAL）
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Sugie Ako | Lucio Castro 'Drunken Noodles'
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Edit Miscellany...54 -- Revisiting and Reconnecting with the Near Past
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