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What is "Expression for Living Together"? The October 2026 issue of "Bijutsu Techo" features a special on "Taiwan's Contemporary Art".
The October 2026 issue of Bijutsu Techo presents a special feature on Taiwan's contemporary art, exploring its history, current state, and Japan-Taiwan relations.
Princess Aiko's Love for Japanese Art [Upward Trend]
Princess Aiko of Mikasa appeared on an NHK program to discuss the British Museum's Japanese art collection exhibition.
[Obituary] Art Artist and Cultural Merit Award Winner Hideki Takahashi (96) Passes Away in Kurashiki, Okayama (OHK Okayama Broadcasting)
Hideki Takahashi, an Okayama-based art artist and cultural merit awardee, has died at age 96 from pneumonia.
Actor Yosuke Iida Visits the "Geidai-style Art 'Mikata' — Becoming a Geidai Student This Summer" Exhibition, Strongly Sharing the World of Musicals via Podcast
Actor Yosuke Iida visited the "Geidai-style Art 'Mikata'" exhibition at Tokyo University of the Arts and discussed the importance of sharing art and music perspectives while promoting musical theater through his podcast.
Kirin Beer Launches Fall 2026 Class for Musashino Art University Students as Second Phase of 'GREEN'S FREE ACTION' Co-Creating New Alcohol Culture with Youth | 2026 | KIRIN - Kirin Holdings Company, Limited
Kirin Beer launches a collaborative class with Musashino Art University to co-create inclusive drinking culture with youth.
Weekend I Want! Art Exhibitions and Exhibitions Closing Soon: 'Hōkai no Meibutsu to Tenrankan', 'Suihōden', 'Marimecko Exhibition: The Power of Patterns', etc.
Highlights upcoming Japanese art exhibitions closing soon across various regions from Tokyo to Kyushu.
Regional Review (China): Tsutsui's Review "12th Hiroshima Art Prize Commemorative Exhibition: Mel Chin" (Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art) / KIT Miyauchi 02 Hoshito Shinato "Syntodo Immortal Center: I'm Afraid of Dying! Art Research Institute" (Gallery Miyauchi)
Reviews of the 12th Hiroshima Art Prize commemorative Mel Chin exhibition and a solo show by young Hiroshima artist Hoshito Shinato.
Experience Japanese Horror Movie Art Up Close, 'Re:Horror Touch Exhibition' Held
The 'Re:Horror Touch Exhibition' opens in Tokyo, allowing visitors to experience Japanese horror movie art up close.
A new international event spanning art, design, and crafts, 'Kyōto YouMe Triennale,' will be held in Kyoto in October
The Kyōto YouMe Triennale, an international art, design, and craft event, opens October 9–18 in Kyoto.
The statue burns, the statue distorts, and sublimates into light (UESHIMA MUSEUM) Opening Report. How does the statue disappear and turn into light?
UESHIMA MUSEUM exhibition explores image transformation from emergence to light across six thematic floors.
From the Exhibition: 28 Works Highlighting Diverse Expressions and Individuality, Naha Shinsei Art Association Members Exhibition
The 42nd Shinsei Art Exhibition is currently open at Naha City Gallery, showcasing 28 works by nine members of the Shinsei Art Association.
5 Must-See Art Exhibitions in Tokyo This September
Five curated art exhibitions in Tokyo this September 2026 span from Renaissance masterpieces to street art and Nordic design.
Passing on Ryuichi Sakamoto's Creative Spirit to the Next Generation. Participation of Jun Aoki, Marihiko Hara, and Others in Kyoto University of the Arts' 'Sakamoto Ryuichi Lab at KUA' Concept
Kyoto University of the Arts announced the 'Sakamoto Ryuichi Lab at KUA' concept to inherit Ryuichi Sakamoto's legacy for the next generation ahead of its 50th anniversary.
公募|第6回 制作助成事業「都市のヴィジョン」
Obayashi Foundation launches 6th edition of the 'Urban Vision' production grant program for 2027; open call for artists researching urban issues, applications due Oct. 15.
Interactive Exhibition Immersing in Horror Movie SFX Art "Re: Horror ni Fureru Ten - Eiga Bijutsu no Sekai -" Starts September 19th (eiga.com)
An interactive exhibition in Tokyo starting September 19th lets visitors touch and photograph special effects art from Japanese horror films.
Re: Touching Horror - The World of Film Art - an Experiential Exhibition Diving into Horror Film Production Design Opens September 19
An experiential exhibition focusing on Japanese horror film art where visitors can touch and photograph set designs opens in Tokyo.
AZ-COM Marukawa establishes art foundation and museum in Nihonbashi
AZ-COM Marukawa creates a new art foundation and museum in Nihonbashi, opening in 2027.
I'm So Happy You Are Here: Japanese Women Photographers from the 1950s to Now @ Hikarie Hall
This article presents exhibition photos from "I'm So Happy You Are Here," a show of Japanese women photographers at Hikarie Hall, Tokyo.
Hakone Museum of Art Renovated: Human National Treasure's Display Cases and Café Introduced
Hakone Museum of Art renews facilities and introduces display cases and café designed by Living National Treasure Murayama Akira.
Miro, Dali, Medieval Art... Spectacular Spanish Collection: Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum (Nagasaki)
The article introduces the architecture of Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum by Kengo Kuma and its collection reflecting Nagasaki's history of international exchange, including Mikawachi ware and works by Noguchi Yataro and Tobinaga Raisetsu.
【Nagano】 Related events for the 140th birth anniversary commemorative project 'Foujita Tsuguharu in New York'
Related events for the 140th birth anniversary project of Foujita Tsuguharu in New York are announced at Karuizawa Ando Museum.
Tokyo National Museum Holds Full-House Event "MOMAT Autumn Return". Diverse Art Enjoys Autumn with Priceless Collections and Children's Programs
The Tokyo National Museum hosts a full-house event "MOMAT Autumn Return" featuring priceless collections and children's programs throughout autumn.
The National Museum of Art, Osaka Exhibits 8 Drawings by Tanaka Atsuko from the Nakanoshima Museum of Osaka Collection
The National Museum of Art, Osaka is exhibiting 8 drawings by Tanaka Atsuko from the Osaka Nakanoshima Museum collection in a collaborative collection exhibition running until November 3.
"Captivating the World and Returning Home" Edo Painting: The British Museum Japanese Art Collection Exhibition Held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Sankei Shimbun)
The British Museum Japanese Art Collection Exhibition is held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, featuring works like the reproduction of the Horyu-ji Temple Kondo Mural.
A Collection of Museum Goods from 11 Noteworthy Exhibitions! [September] Water Margin, Art University Style 'Mikata' of Art, Nontan, and More
This article introduces museum goods from 11 noteworthy exhibitions scheduled for September.
Prefectural Arts and Crafts Exhibition: 54 Colorful Works Open at Matsumoto City Museum
The 18th Prefectural Arts and Crafts Exhibition opened at Matsumoto City Museum, showcasing 54 selected works.
August's Top 10 Popular Articles: No. 1 is 55 Recommendations for Exhibitions in the Second Half of 2026, No. 2 is Tribute to Yamada Goro's "Bura Bijutsu" Re-broadcast, No. 3 is Art Exhibitions Starting in September
The top 10 popular articles for August are released, featuring recommendations for exhibitions in the second half of 2026 and a tribute to Yamada Goro.
Glass-Walled Workshop Producing Breakthroughs: Kanazawa University of Art and Crafts' Challenge
Kanazawa University of Art and Crafts' glass-walled workshop fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, leading to new ventures.
Notice Regarding the Establishment of Maruwa Art Foundation
Maruwa Art Foundation has been established to operate a museum in the Japan Bridge WASAMI Building.
Tate Britain Turner Exhibition – Sublime Painting, Dialogue with Contemporary Art | 7pia Web Magazine
A major retrospective of J.M.W. Turner opens at the National Museum of Western Art in Tokyo, showcasing over 80 works.
Urakawa High School Art Club makes fire‑prevention sign, calls for fire safety in front of the fire station
Urakawa High School Art Club completed a fire‑prevention sign and urged locals to prevent fires in front of the fire station.
Cultural Affairs Agency's FY2027 budget request reaches 233.5 billion yen, 2.2× the previous year. 64.9 billion yen allocated for creator support.
The Agency for Cultural Affairs announced a FY2027 budget request of 233.5 billion yen, up 2.2× from last year, with 64.9 billion earmarked for creator support.
Exhibition "Ide Yasuto Exhibition - Resonating Prayers"
An exhibition featuring 28 works by Japanese painter Ide Yasuto, including award-winning pieces and recent works.
Takashima Haruki | HMP Theater Company, Matsumoto Yukichi, Unofficial 10th Anniversary Project, Reading Performance 'KANIDENKA'
HMP Theater Company presents a reading performance of Matsumoto Yukichi’s 'KANIDENKA' as an unofficial 10th‑anniversary project, exploring urban space, gender, and archival themes.
Art Education Through Sato Sadamu's Oil Paintings: Appreciation Event Planned in Okayama's Takebe
The 'Kan no Kaze' museum in Okayama plans an art appreciation event for elementary students using works by local painter Sato Sadamu.
Ryoji Ikeda Wins the 9th Nam June Paik Prize
Ryoji Ikeda wins the 9th Nam June Paik Prize; ceremony in September 2026.
Top 19 Exhibitions to See in September | Image Gallery 3 / 20
Highlights the top 19 exhibitions worth seeing in September with image galleries.
Best 19 Exhibitions to See in September | Image Gallery 2 / 20
The second part of the 'Best 19 Exhibitions to See in September' features a gallery of images from various museums.
TV LIFE web: The Art Team Reveals the Dedication Behind the 'Design Seo' Set and the Behind-the-Scenes of Character Creation in 'Kimi no Suki wa Muteki'
The art team for the drama 'Kimi no Suki wa Muteki' discusses their dedication to the 'Design Seo' set and the behind-the-scenes of character creation.
Opening Report for "Learning from Hōjōki: Small Architecture for Reweaving Life" (21_21 DESIGN SIGHT). Reexamining Contemporary Living through 800-Year-Old "Small Architecture"
An exhibition inspired by Hōjōki and directed by architect Tsukamoto Yoshiharu has opened at 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT, using the 800-year-old concept of small living to reexamine contemporary life.
Interview with Kosuke Nagata: Exploring the Shape of Narrative Between Logic and Chance (Text by Ryohei Nakajima)
Artist Kosuke Nagata, who works across video, photography, performance, and installation, discusses his artistic journey and the development of his video essay style ahead of the screening series "Fire in Water: Kosuke Nagata Video Works Collection."
【New Book Releases】This Month's Must-Reads! From Kengo Kuma to Western Art History, Politics and Design (September 2026 Edition)
Tokyo Art Beat highlights seven new art and culture books releasing in August-September 2026, covering architecture, literature, art history, music, manga, politics, and art books.
[Shunan Machinaka Cultural Zone] Regarding Events to be Held in Reiwa 8
Shunan City in Yamaguchi Prefecture will host a large-scale exhibition of contemporary artist Watanabe Osamu and related events for poet Mado Michio in Reiwa 8.
[Free Art Walk] 8 Recommended Free Exhibitions in Tokyo | September 2026
A guide to 8 free art exhibitions in Tokyo during September 2026.
Korea's Largest Art Fair "Kiaf SEOUL" Celebrates Its 25th Edition. 175 Galleries from 18 Countries and Regions Gather at COEX
Korea's largest art fair "Kiaf SEOUL" will be held at COEX from September 2 to 6, bringing together 175 galleries from 18 countries and regions.
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS 10th ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION BEYOND THE STRAND: The Route of Creation and Challenge Held at Azabudai Hills Gallery with Unseen Materials and 360° Video Installations
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS' 10th anniversary exhibition at Azabudai Hills Gallery features unseen materials and 360° video installations.
Why is the Tokyo National Museum now refreshing its restaurant? Visiting the new space where you can savor the 'afterglow of appreciation' through food | Page 4
Tokyo National Museum renovates its restaurants to offer a luxurious, culturally immersive dining experience for all visitors.
From Pyramid Construction Sites to the Moment of Impressionism Birth: The Charm of Experiencing Art Through 'IMMERSIVE JOURNEY'
Explore pyramid construction and impressionism birth through immersive VR experiences at
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A catalog introducing newly released books related to art and design published in August 2026.
Collection Exhibition II Special Phot Graphs
The Kitakyushu City Museum of Art presents Collection Exhibition II featuring photography, showcasing works by Naoki Ishikawa and others.
Kobayashi Tokuzo: A Poetic Everyday Universe
The first major retrospective of Kobayashi Tokuzo features over 300 works and materials.
20 Years Posthumously: Gorō Ohno / Painter Yōkichi Ono
This exhibition reviews the history of Western painters from the Showa to Heisei eras through the works of Gorō Ohno, who lived a long life, and Yōkichi Ono, who died young.
Suspense, Coffee, Queer Time. Kanda Koshiro's 'Uchibura Rinne' (Kanda & Oliveira) Review (by Tomoko Yakumae)
Tomoko Yakumae reviews Koshiro Kanda's debut show 'Uchibura Rinne', exploring suspense, attention economies, and queer temporality.
"Minami Tada: Light, Swaying with Resolve" Opens at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo — A Report on the 70-Year Trajectory of Sculptural Expression in Dialogue with Materials, Pursuing "Light"
The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo opens the first major posthumous retrospective of Minami Tada, tracing 70 years of her creative journey pursuing "light" through dialogue with materials in a 1,500-sqm underground gallery.
【Opening】"Sumitomo Shunsui: The Sumitomo Modern Art Collection" at Sumitomo Hosho Bunko Tokyo until Oct 12, Special Exhibition Marking 100th Anniversary of Death
Sumitomo Hosho Bunko Tokyo is hosting a special exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of the death of Sumitomo Gisaburo Tomozumi (Shunsui), featuring his modern art collection.
38 Recommended Exhibitions Starting in September: Louvre Museum Exhibition, from Renoir to Mika Ninagawa, Maebashi International Art Festival [2026 Edition]
Discover 38 recommended exhibitions launching September 2026 across Japan, including the Louvre Museum show, Renoir works, Mika Ninagawa, and the Maebashi International Art Festival.
When Iris van Herpen meets Perrier-Jouet. The 'Invisible Beauty' is world‑premiered at Tokyo Gendai.
Iris van Herpen and Perrier‑Jouet unveil three art bottles at Tokyo Gendai, merging fashion, nature and design.
(British Museum Japanese Art Collection) Kawanabe Kyōsai's "Chōjū-giga: Cat Riding on a Melon Pulled by a Mouse"
Kawanabe Kyōsai's 1879 work "Chōjū-giga: Cat Riding on a Melon Pulled by a Mouse" is a satirical allegory depicting a cat adorned with a bell being manipulated by a mouse.
Fukutake Soichiro and SANAA Among 2026 Japan Foundation Award Recipients; Art and Architecture Through International Exchange Recognized
Fukutake Soichiro, SANAA, and Judit Publisher selected for 2026 Japan Foundation Award for contributions to international exchange through art and architecture.
A Space Where Sound and Imagery Continue to Fluctuate. Report on "RYUICHI SAKAMOTO + SHIRO TAKATANI AMBIENT KYOTO - TOKYO" (Azabudai Hills Gallery)
The full version of async - immersion by Ryuichi Sakamoto and Shiro Takatani is being shown for the first time in Tokyo at Azabudai Hills Gallery.
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A 'largest-scale ever' teamLab museum to be born in Ariake. 'teamLab TOKYO (provisional)' to open in 2032

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Yu Tsukada | The Future of Artificial Platonism in Generative AI──Lev Manovich, Emanuele Arielli's 'Artificial Aesthetics: Generative AI, Art, Visual Media' / Part 1

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[Kanagawa] Koganecho Bazaar + Kamiooka Bazaar 2026 'Crossing Us - A Town Connected by Art'

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Daniel Buren: Situated Works 1966-2013 @ SCAI PIRAMIDE

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Opening Report: "Louvre Museum Exhibition: Renaissance" (The National Art Center, Tokyo). First Visit of a Leonardo Work from the Louvre Collection in 52 Years Since the "Mona Lisa"

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37th Praemium Imperiale: Jenny Holzer, Andy Goldsworthy, etc. Receive Awards

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[Notice] Tokyo Art Beat has Renewed its Design

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How Do You Find Art Exhibitions? Asking Hamuzou (Art Watcher) About My "Way of Finding Exhibitions"

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[From Oct 3] Contemporary Artist Taisuke Abe Workshop: "Let's Make Tottori's Forest Together!" – artscape

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Art Exhibition Nav Exclusive [Rella × Miwa Kuanai Special Talk, Part 1] Katsushika Hokusai × Hatsune Miku Collaboration Exhibition "Polaris - Icons and Painters Across Time" Opens at the Printing Museum on September 19th

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The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo to hold 'Middle and High School Student Program: Go a Little Beyond Yourself...' Again This Year. Participation is Free

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【Art Exhibition Navi Fes 2026】Exhibiting Facilities' Recommended Goods Are These! Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art

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Thoughts of Student War Dead for Posterity: Letters and Diaries on Display, Including a 25-Year-Old's Dreams of Art – Tokyo Memorial Hall (Jiji Press)

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New Artists Today 2026: Observation Point of Saturn's Rings @ Yokohama Civic Gallery

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Kentaro Yamazaki | Troupe 'Barazoku' 'Musical Barazoku '70'

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Takajima Meguru | HATE and CHEEK's Touring Production 'Kimi wa Tomodachi' (Part 1)

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[Interview] Marius Yea speaks about the reason he was fascinated by art. Thoughts that spread like clouds from a single work

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The Story of "City of Mermaids" Woven by Shunji Iwai and 8 Artists at the New Large Building "TOFROM YAESU TOWER" in Yaesu. Introducing the Public Art Inside.

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National Art Research Center to Hold E-Learning 'Museum Accessibility Training' Studyable from Anywhere in the Country

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Acne Studios' 30 Years Captured by Nan Goldin. Campaign Returning to the Origin "Denim" Announced

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"ASOBIBA TAKEMITSU ~The Untold Toru Takemitsu~," a performance commemorating 30 years since the death of Toru Takemitsu, opens a new musical playground for contemporary artists.

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Why I Oppose the 'National Flag Desecration Law'—From the Perspective of Art That Has Depicted the Hinomaru (Text: Tsugio Kuresawa)

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Visualizing the Invisible, Listening to Sounds That Cannot Be Preserved──Daichi Yamamoto Views 'ICC Annual 2026: Leave / Remain / Receive'

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【Art Exhibition Navi Fes 2026】Recommended Goods from Exhibiting Facilities! - Idemitsu Museum of Arts

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France's Musée d'Orsay Hunts for Owners of Nazi-Looted Art; Masterpieces by Renoir, Degas May Have "Final Chance"

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4th BUG Art Award Finalists Exhibition

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"Rikako Kawauchi: LOVE, Wild Grape, Tiger, heart" Held at Ota Ward Ryushi Memorial Museum. Attention on the Dialogue Between Kawauchi and Ryushi Across Eras

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Tracing Fujiwara Shigashi's 60-Year Artistic Career: 15 Works From the Lewis Collection Auctioned in Hong Kong

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Verification at Hirosaki Brick Warehouse Museum: What Kind of New Viewing Experience Does Bloomberg Connects Offer?

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National Museums Collaborate with Adobe Foundation. "Connecting Children with Museums" for Enjoying Museum Experiences as a Family

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Taro Igarashi | Architectural Wanderings 14 - Reflections from the Junya Ishigami Exhibition in Tokushima

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[Kanagawa] Exhibition Related Events: Maiya Takimoto - LUNATION: Reading Celestial Bodies from the Sea

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Kumiko Inui/乾久美子/「美術業界に学ぶ“弱い修復”」/旧香川県立体育館に思う04/Thoughts on Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium | BUNGA NET

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"Frieze Seoul 2026" Report: Does Seoul Still Have Its Former Centripetal Force?

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Vermeer Exhibition: Why Does "Girl with a Pearl Earring" Captivate People? Interview with Japanese Curator on the Work's Appeal, Reception in Japan, and Challenges in Art Appreciation

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Hatsukaichi Peace Art Exhibition 30th Anniversary Commemorative Kiyotsuru Mori Exhibition of Calligraphy Works

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[Review] Yuta Nakamura / The 162nd Meirin-sakai 'Triangulation of Earth Flavor: Prologue, 1-1' Review

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Aki Sasamoto | Pirelli HangarBicocca, Milan

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"Synchronous Constellation -- Stars Who Shared Time: The Gaze of Art Crossing Borders" (Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo) Opening Report. Another Modernity Told by the Activities of Countless Stars

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【Discount】5 Notable Exhibitions in September Where You Can Use "Mewpon" | Ryuichi Sakamoto Exhibition, Shunga, Exhibitions with "Moon" as a Theme, etc.