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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.
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.
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.
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)
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.
中国新聞ヒロシマ平和メディアセンター
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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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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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.
Tokyo Art Beat
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.
Tokyo Art Beat
【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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Tokyo Midtown Dayanaka Hall Renovation. Ruins Exhibition by Yuichi Hirako
Tokyo Midtown Dayanaka's BASE Q renovates on September 1, featuring Yuichi Hirako's solo exhibition with outdoor installations.
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稲塚展子｜永井一正先生と、私たちと、ポスターという窓
The article recalls Kazuo Nagai's 35‑year poster work for Toyama's museum, his design philosophy, and lasting influence.
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Summer Collection Exhibition "Art That Tells a Story"
Fukuyama City Museum presents a summer exhibition exploring the stories and emotions embedded in art.
Tokyo Art Beat
Recommended 21 Exhibitions at Museums and Museums in Kansai for Summer 2026 | From Vermeer, Van Gogh to Ryuichi Sakamoto, Ghibli
This article introduces 21 recommended exhibitions at museums and museums in the Kansai region for the summer of 2026.
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Miyajima Tatsuo to hold public verification experiment of project planned for installation in Tomioka Town, Fukushima Prefecture in Nihonbashi
Miyajima Tatsuo's work "Sea of Time – TOHOKU" will be publicly verified in Nihonbashi from July 2026.
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Tokyo Arts and Space Residency 2026 Exhibition of Results "Walking Barefoot" @ Tokyo Arts and Space Honjo
Tokyo Arts and Space presents the exhibition of results from the 2025 residency program.
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The 14th Shin-Ken Art Exhibition (78th Hiroshima Prefectural Art Exhibition) Touring Exhibition Will Be Held!
The 14th Shin-Ken Art Exhibition touring exhibition will be held at Fukuyama City Museum from July 22 to 26, 2026.
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Mercedes-Benz Launches Art Project with VERDY. Andy Warhol Works Also on Display at Mercedes-Benz STUDIO TOKYO
Mercedes-Benz STUDIO TOKYO launches an art project with graphic artist VERDY, featuring a limited-time display of Andy Warhol's works.
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Arao Art Association 51st Member Exhibition | Outing Information | Kumamoto Nichinichi Shimbun
The Arao Art Association is holding its 51st annual exhibition featuring works by 52 members.
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【Preview】'British Museum Japanese Art Collection: Flowers in Full Bloom - Edo Painting Across the Sea' Opens at Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum on July 25. Masterpieces such as Hokusai, Okumura Tōwaki, and Katsushika Hokusai's works returning from the UK for the first time.
The British Museum's Japanese art collection will be displayed at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum from July 25, 2026.
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The overall picture of the international art exhibition 'TOKYO ATLAS' is announced, giving a new perspective to the city's history and landscape.
The overall picture of the international art exhibition 'TOKYO ATLAS' has been announced.
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Overview of International Art Exhibition "TOKYO ATLAS" Announced: Providing New Perspectives on Urban History and Landscapes | Image Gallery 9 / 10
An article reporting on the press conference for the international art exhibition "TOKYO ATLAS."
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Matcha Experience (Neri-kiri Included) Starts at Daidōzan Art Museum [Tenjitown, Niigata Prefecture]
A matcha and neri-kiri experience begins at Daidōzan Art Museum in Tenjitown, Niigata Prefecture, starting in July.
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Fictional School 'Alscholre' Alscholre Teen! Seeking Participants
YCAM in Yamaguchi hosts a fictional school 'Alscholre' teen program seeking participants.
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Anarchism: Friends, it is pleasant under the oak trees @ Tokyo French Institute
This article introduces the 12th 'Philosophy Evening' exhibition 'Anarchism: Friends, it is pleasant under the oak trees' held at the Tokyo French Institute.
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Hikarie Hall 'Miracle of the Gaze: Adventures of Japanese Women Photographers' Ticket Giveaway
美術手帖

Gilbert & George's 30-Year Major Solo Exhibition in 2027 Touring Kyoto and Tokyo
Tokyo Art Beat

Gilbert & George's Major Exhibition to be Held at Kyoto Seika Art Museum and National Museum of Modern Art in 2027
美術手帖

Yokosuka Museum of Art to reopen on September 5, with collection exhibition including newly acquired works
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
美術展ナビ

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)
中国新聞ヒロシマ平和メディアセンター

Hiroshima Document: Dome and Hiroshima, November 1936, Geishu Art Association Exhibition
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
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
美術手帖

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.
美術手帖

Tony Oursler: Between Technology and Gnosis (TOKYO NODE) Opening Report. Also featuring the world premiere of an unfinished project with David Bowie
美術手帖

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'
美術展ナビ

July 4th (Sat) Art Exhibitions Opening Nationwide: Gogh's Jumping Bridge, Takashima Jiro, Lucy Lee, Yokai & Fantasy Creatures, Nakashima Natsuki
P.I.C.S.｜株式会社ピクス

Moe Wakabayashi (P.I.C.S. management) participates as a guest lecturer in the Art Design Expression Course at Joshibi University of Art. | NEWS
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Decision Made to Hold 'Hyakume.' Screening Event with Art Director's Talk on July 17 (Fri)!
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Riku Yamakawa | Carl Hoffman 'Cannibal: The Rockefeller Disappearance'
美術展ナビ

【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
美術手帖

Best 27 Exhibitions to See This Weekend. From the "Andrew Wyeth" Exhibition to the "Tony Ausler" Exhibition
美術展ナビ

Art Exhibitions and Shows Closing Nationwide on Sunday, July 5: Andrew Wyeth Exhibition, Goosebumps for Jakuchu!, and More
Tokyo Art Beat

Kenryou Gu's Unique Digital Weaving Technique Invites a Visual Experience Beyond Photography
美術展ナビ

International Art Exhibition TOKYO ATLAS
美術展ナビ

【1名限定】『The Era of Kimono―Edo Mode 300 Years』（Chūō Kōron Bijutsu Shuppan） Giveaway, Deadline July 9 (Thursday)
city.okazaki.lg.jp

110th Anniversary of City Status and 30th Anniversary of Museum Opening Collection Exhibition: 'Window - What Lies Within'
Tokyo Art Beat

【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
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Chiba 'Fairy Tale MODE' Exhibition and Related Events
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