Japan Art News (Page 2)

Gucci Launches a New Chapter of Silk: "The Art of Silk" Project Connecting Archives with the Modern Day
Gucci launched "The Art of Silk," a project that reinterprets archival scarf designs to bridge the brand's heritage with modern creative expression.
Former Agency for Cultural Affairs Commissioner Sounds Alarm on "Leaps in Logic" and "Impact on Regions." What are the Problems with the "Revenue Quotas" Imposed on National Museums and Art Museums?
Former Agency for Cultural Affairs Commissioner Masanori Aoyagi warns about revenue quotas imposed on national museums and art museums.
Kenta Yamazaki | Adelaide Inspection Report Part 4: Reflecting on LGBTQ-related Programs (Part 2)
Through the lens of Adelaide’s performing arts, this article explores how theaters can function as spaces that celebrate and accept the existence of diverse individuals.
Matsufusa House | "Master of Poland Jan Lenica - Posters, Animation, Illustration, Stage"
An exhibition of Polish artist Jan Lenica's work, featuring posters, animation, illustrations, and stage designs, was held at Ginza Graphic Gallery.
Enjoy the Process of Art Creation: Contemporary Artist Holds Public Production at Prefectural Museum of Art
Contemporary artist Kumiko Sato is holding a public art creation event at the Prefectural Museum of Art, showcasing her process of making art from everyday materials.
Where Has the Radicalism of YBA Gone? Paintings at the Tate Modern Exhibition 'YBA & BEYOND: 90s British Art That Changed the World' (Review by Atsushi Suwa)
A review of the Tate Modern exhibition questions the diminished radicalism of YBA paintings, now historical artifacts.
[Interview] Chloé Zhao on the film "Hamnet" and Shakespeare: "Stories are not something we can control"
Director Chloé Zhao discusses the film "Hamnet" and Shakespeare, sharing her approach to storytelling.
[Faculty of Education] Beyond the Boundaries of Education and Art
Associate Professor Hitoshi Hirano, an artist and educator, researches art education history and creates art using traditional metalworking techniques.
Megumi Takashima | Takeru Fujii 'Floor Plan of Life and Death'
A critical review of ceramic artist Takeru Fujii’s exhibition, which examines vessels as media that mediate between life and death.
[Tokyo] Tetsuya Umeda "Void"
Artist Tetsuya Umeda presents "Void," a tour-style theatrical performance exploring the memories and space of the Za-Koenji theater.
one’s art Unique 5-Person Exhibition
This exhibition features diverse works by three artists from one’s art and two artists based in Hatsukaichi.
Anders Dickson: rot in the small season @ KAYOKOYUKI
The exhibition "rot in the small season" by artist Anders Dickson is held at KAYOKOYUKI in Tokyo from March 19 to May 2, 2026.
Latest episode of "Nogizaka Under Construction", "Nogizaka46 Art Club", now available on YouTube! [Nogizaka Streaming Now]
The latest episode of "Nogizaka Under Construction", featuring an art proficiency test for members, has been released on the official Nogizaka46 YouTube channel.
"Eugène Boudin Exhibition: Aesthetics of the Moment, Exploration of Light" (SOMPO Museum of Art) Opening Report. Focusing on the rich expressions of light captured by the pioneer of Impressionism
The SOMPO Museum of Art has launched the first major exhibition of Impressionist pioneer Eugène Boudin in Japan in approximately 30 years.
Nagasaki Prefecture Honorary Residents: Naoki Tominaga / Toshio Matsuo
An exhibition honoring the achievements of sculptor Naoki Tominaga and Japanese-style painter Toshio Matsuo, both from Nagasaki Prefecture.
Collection Exhibition: Exploring Tokyo Ateliers - Galleries, Atelier Villages, and Art Schools - Special Exhibition: 120th Anniversary of the Birth of Gentaro Komaki
This exhibition explores Tokyo's historic artist communities and features a special showcase for the 120th anniversary of Gentaro Komaki.
Jakuchu, Rinpa, and Kyoto Art: The Sparkling Hosomi Collection
An exhibition showcasing masterpieces from the Hosomi Museum, featuring Jakuchu, Rinpa artists, and Kyoto art.
How to Walk Through Asian Art: East Asia Edition - A Journey Through Proximity and Differences
The Fukuoka Asian Art Museum will host an exhibition series featuring art from six East Asian countries to explore regional diversity and cultural narratives.
Opening Up Treasures: Art in Saitama
This exhibition showcases art cherished by Saitama residents and businesses, highlighting local artists and their legacy.
Renzo Piano Architectural Design: What is the new relationship between environment and art practiced by the North Spanish contemporary art center 'Centro Botín'?
Designed by Renzo Piano, Centro Botín is an innovative Spanish art center that leverages creativity and art to foster social and emotional development.
Martin Margiela's First Major Solo Exhibition in Japan Opens at Kudan House: Exploring Interests, Obsessions with the Body, Traces of Life, and Phantoms within an Intimate Residential Space
Martin Margiela's first major solo exhibition in Japan opens at Kudan House, featuring works that explore the body, transformation, and themes of impermanence.
Naho Kawabe “Flos Filicis: Fern Flower” @ WAITINGROOM
The exhibition "Flos Filicis: Fern Flower" by artist Naho Kawabe is held at WAITINGROOM in Tokyo from April 4 to May 3, 2026.
"Building Exhibition 2026: Animals in the Asaka Residence" (Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum) Opening Report: Charming Animals Hidden in Art Deco Architecture
The Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum opened a building exhibition highlighting animal motifs integrated into the Art Deco design of the former Asaka Residence.
Introducing Western-style Architecture that Colored Meiji-era Tokyo! Edo-Tokyo Museum Renewal Commemorative Special Exhibition "Western-style Buildings: Meiji Dreams and Challenges" to be Held
The Edo-Tokyo Museum is hosting a special exhibition exploring the reception and evolution of Western-style architecture in Meiji-era Japan.
Tetsuya Umeda's New Tour-Style Play "Kudo" (Cavity) to be Performed at Za-Koenji
Za-Koenji will stage "Kudo," a new tour-style theater production by artist Tetsuya Umeda, from April 29 to May 17, 2026.
Marimekko Exhibition to Tour Nationwide in Summer 2026, Featuring New Installation by Akira Minagawa
A major nationwide tour of Marimekko's exhibition will begin in summer 2026, featuring a new installation by Japanese designer Akira Minagawa.
120 Unique Paintings: Fukuyama Art Association Open Exhibition at Fukuyama Museum of Art
The Fukuyama Art Association's open exhibition has opened at the Fukuyama Museum of Art, featuring 120 diverse paintings including oil and watercolor works.
Yu Tsukada | Omoshiroi enosaki — Yuka Ishii, Tomu Osaki 'Tiger Question' (Part 2)
This article explores the artistic practice of Yuka Ishii and Tomu Osaki, focusing on their use of free associations and art historical references.
Night outdoor art exhibition 'teamLab Yoro Valley' to be held in Yoro Valley, Chiba. A valley selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Geological Sites becomes an art space.
teamLab will host an outdoor night art exhibition at Chiba's Yoro Valley, transforming the scenic geological site into an interactive art space.
[Tokyo] Tokyo Art Antiques 2026 ~Nihonbashi, Kyobashi Art Festival~
The 'Tokyo Art Antiques 2026' street art fair will be held in Tokyo's Nihonbashi and Kyobashi areas, featuring 83 participating shops and special exhibitions.
“Artist” Koichiro Azuma | Compass of Dreams vol. 2 (Otokonokakurega Digital)
Contemporary artist Koichiro Azuma creates massive, kinetic sculptures using discarded bicycles, blending technical metalwork with deep community engagement.
A Giant Bamboo Installation at Narita Airport: The Birth of "The Circle of Sky" by Tanabe Chikuunsai IV
A massive bamboo installation titled "The Circle of Sky" by artist Tanabe Chikuunsai IV has been unveiled at Narita Airport's Terminal 1.
The 2nd 'TOKIO ART BOOK FAIR' to be held at Shiba Park Hotel, gathering art books from 52 groups in Japan and overseas
The 2nd TOKIO ART BOOK FAIR will take place at Shiba Park Hotel from May 1st to 3rd, featuring 52 international exhibitors.
Walking through the hot spring town to enjoy art: Contemporary art festival held in Fukushima for the first time in 12 years: Events & Leisure: Fukushima Minyu Shimbun
The "Arafudo Art Again" contemporary art festival is being held in Tsuchiyu Onsen, Fukushima, through June 30, marking its return after 12 years.
Special Exhibition 'The Tree of the Collection, the 36th Spring: Focusing on New Acquisitions' at Ashiya City Museum of Art & History
The Ashiya City Museum of Art & History celebrates its 36th anniversary with an exhibition featuring new acquisitions alongside foundational collection pieces.
12 Best Exhibitions to See This Weekend: From Rouault and Boudin to the Building Opening at the Teien Art Museum
A curated list of 12 must-see art exhibitions across Japan starting this weekend, featuring highlights and visitor information.
Ryuichi Sakamoto's piano performance recreated in Mixed Reality (MR) space: "KAGAMI" to have its Japanese premiere at VS. in Osaka starting in June
The immersive Mixed Reality project "KAGAMI," featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto’s piano performances, will hold its Japanese premiere at VS. in Osaka starting June 27th.
Walking the Ridges of Memory: Contemporary Artist Yasuhiro Fujiwara Solo Exhibition Starts on the 10th in Iga
Contemporary artist Yasuhiro Fujiwara will hold a solo exhibition titled "Walking the Ridges of Memory" at the Iga City Museum Aoyama Sanshosha from April 10.
A New Cultural Arts Festival "ARTE TOKYO" Launches, Set to Transform the City in Autumn 2026
The new cultural arts festival "ARTE TOKYO" will launch in autumn 2026, featuring diverse arts programming across key districts in the city.
[Museum Goods] AMUSÉUM pop-up store featuring goods from overseas museums to be held in Osaka
The AMUSÉUM project, which sells official merchandise from international museums, is launching a pop-up store at LUCUA 1100 in Osaka.
Maruki Gallery for the Hiroshima Panels appeals for emergency support; severe funding shortages impact the preservation and management of the Hiroshima Panels.
The Maruki Gallery for the Hiroshima Panels is seeking emergency financial support to address funding shortages and rising construction costs for its planned reopening.
Megumi Takashima | "The Logic of the World: Art of Our Time (Part 2)"
This article examines the contradiction of female body representation and invisible labor through the works of Emiko Kasahara and Chie Matsui.
Mediocre and in poor taste? Or the orthodox of modern art history? Jeff Koons 'PAINTINGS AND BANALITY' Review (Review: Tetsuya Ozaki)
Tetsuya Ozaki explores the divisive nature of Jeff Koons' work through the 'PAINTINGS AND BANALITY' exhibition currently held at Espace Louis Vuitton Osaka.
Free and relaxed, yet serious: The Art Club heads to the nationals for the 9th consecutive year at Tokyo Metropolitan Hino High School
Tokyo Metropolitan Hino High School's art club continues its streak of nine consecutive years reaching the national competition through dedicated, high-level skill practice.
[BOOKS] Mayumi Sugawara's "Biographies of Meiji Ukiyo-e Artists" (Chuokoron-Shinsha) Explores the Lives and Works of the "Last Ukiyo-e Artists"
Mayumi Sugawara's book examines the lives and artistic achievements of four significant "last Ukiyo-e artists" who navigated the transition from the Edo to Meiji periods.
Facing Works Honestly with Senses: A Report on "TOP Collection Don't think. Feel." (Tokyo Photographic Art Museum)
The "TOP Collection Don't think. Feel." exhibition at the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum explores human sensibility in the age of AI through photography.
The next developments for Yoichi Ochiai's Expo pavilion "null²" revealed: A permanent theater in Yokohama and expansion to "GREEN×EXPO 2027"
Yoichi Ochiai's Expo pavilion "null²" will evolve through a new permanent theater in Yokohama and future participation in "GREEN×EXPO 2027".
Permanent Art Exhibition at Sophia University Campus: New Work by Contemporary Artist Nana Funo, "Gathering Hail," Debuts
Contemporary artist Nana Funo’s work, "Gathering Hail," will be permanently exhibited at the Sophia University Yotsuya campus.
The 80th Niigata Prefectural Art Exhibition 2026 | Joetsu Myoko Town Information
The schedule for the 80th Niigata Prefectural Art Exhibition, the prefecture's largest public art competition, has been announced for the Joetsu exhibition.
Tange's 'Former Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium' (Ship Gymnasium) to be Demolished by Kagawa Prefecture
Kagawa Prefecture announced that the demolition of the former Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium, designed by Kenzo Tange, will begin on April 10.
High-definition replicas of Ito Jakuchu's National Treasure "Doshoku Sai-e" are created and will be exhibited at the Tokyo National Museum's Hyokeikan
Canon and the Cultural Heritage Utilization Center have created high-definition replicas of Ito Jakuchu's National Treasure "Doshoku Sai-e" for exhibition in Tokyo.
Kotaro Iizawa | Photographic Promenade 11: From Eye to Eye (January 2026 – March 2026)
Photography critic Kotaro Iizawa reflects on notable photography exhibitions and photobooks he visited in Japan during the first quarter of 2026.
My Hijiyama Notes: Island, Mountain, Hill, and Sometimes a Cat
This exhibition at Hiroshima MOCA explores the history and multi-layered nature of Hijiyama through participatory programs and creative archives.
First Solo Exhibition in Japan. Urs Fischer "Spot the Difference" to be Held at Fergus McCaffrey Tokyo
Contemporary artist Urs Fischer will hold his first solo exhibition in Japan, titled "Spot the Difference," at Fergus McCaffrey Tokyo.
[Tokyo] The Architecture and Design of Noémi Raymond: Weaving a Modern Life with Japanese Harmony
Gallery A Quatre in Tokyo is hosting an exhibition exploring the architecture and design legacy of Noémi Raymond.
Yoshiko Shimada: Selfless Devotion / Loving Care @ Ota Fine Arts
This article introduces the exhibition "Selfless Devotion / Loving Care" by contemporary artist Yoshiko Shimada at Ota Fine Arts.
Ohara Museum of Art completes facility renovations and reopens on April 25
The Ohara Museum of Art will reopen on April 25 following facility renovations, featuring special exhibitions on Chinese paintings.
What is the empathy Vaundy felt for the spirit of YBA artists? Discussing his creative philosophy and love for British culture at the "YBA & BEYOND" exhibition (The National Art Center, Tokyo) (Interviewer: Yoko Shinya)
Artist Vaundy visited the "YBA & BEYOND" exhibition at The National Art Center, Tokyo, sharing his insights on creative philosophy and British art.
A Report on the "TCAA 2026-2028 Award Ceremony and Commemorative Symposium" Honoring Han Ishu and Yang02: What Does "Urgency" Reveal About the Artists We Should Support Now?
This report covers the award ceremony and symposium for the Tokyo Contemporary Art Award (TCAA) 2026-2028 winners, Han Ishu and Yang02.
Oil Paintings, Watercolors, and Sculptures: Personalities Blossom at the Tomakomai Art Association's "Spring Exhibition"
The Tomakomai Art Association's "Spring Exhibition" opened on the 7th at the Tomakomai City Art Museum, featuring oil paintings, watercolors, and sculptures.
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Osaka: Let Us Disappear in the Amazing Room — Morimura Yasuaki, Yanobe Kenji, Yanagi Miwa — Related Events

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Interview with Takehiro Iikawa: Resisting Speed to Create 'Space'. The Confusion and Ambiguous Time Born Within (Interviewer: Miyuki Tanaka)

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Benesse House Museum and Park to Feature New Exhibitions; "Hiroshi Sugimoto Gallery: Time Reflected" to Undergo Partial Renewal

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A cafe where you can experience the historical texture of the Important Cultural Property Tokyo Station Marunouchi Building. "TOKYO STATION CAFE -THE NORTH DOME-" opens in the North Dome.

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Japan Contemporary Arts and Crafts Exhibition: Yoshie Matsunoki from Tono City, Iwate Prefecture, Wins the Contemporary Crafts Award

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Sachiko Katō | From Preconception Care to Slime Mold: On Satoko Ichihara's 'The Slime Mold Passed Over the Meat'

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Chantana Tiprachart Wins the Han Nefkens Foundation Southeast Asian Video Art Production Grant

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“Family Space” for Preschoolers and Parents Opens at the Tokyo National Museum, Featuring Baby Care Rooms for Nursing and Diaper Changing

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Large-scale retrospective of Mako Idemitsu, a pioneer of Japanese video art, to be held

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In the Interlude and Transition: A Review of the "Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2026" (Review by Yuko Hasegawa)

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Scenery from inside the Iida City Museum of Art

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Iida City Library and Art Museum introduce "Children's Time" to make facilities more accessible for parents and children

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Screened for only 3 minutes at midnight on over 96 screens. Tomokazu Matsuyama's "Morning Again" is currently being shown in NY Times Square.

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[Ishikawa] "Are you on the road?" Related Event: Reading, Printing, and Selling the Road! A Grand Gathering from Local Books to ZINEs

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Nodoka Odawara and Yuri Yamada selected as first fellows for the NCAR × AWARE Women Artists Research Fellowship

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Masashi Asada x Osaka Prefecture 20th Century Art Collection Exhibition: Stories Only Families of Painters Know – artscape

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Report on the Opening of "Tameshite, Miru Ten" (Shiga Prefectural Museum of Art): Proposing New Appreciation Experiences through 10 "Tries"

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"Swedish Tableware: Life with Gustavsberg" exhibition opens at Shizuoka City Museum of Art, featuring four designers including Lisa Larson.

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Collection Exhibition "A Way to Walk through Asian Art: East Asia Edition - A Journey Through Proximity and Difference" @ Fukuoka Asian Art Museum

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Nagano Prefecture 150th Anniversary / 5th Anniversary of Re-opening 'Re-organizing – The Present of the NAM Collection' @ Nagano Prefectural Art Museum

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All Monet Works at Hakone's Pola Museum to be Exhibited: "New Eyes — Monet and 21st Century Art" Opens This Summer, Dialoguing with 18 Contemporary Artists

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[Museum Goods] 6 Recommended Goods Found at the Exhibition "Karl Walser: The Unconventional Swiss Painter" (Tokyo Station Gallery)

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Connecting animals, humans, nature, and history: A report on the highlights of the Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum's 2026 architectural exhibition, "Animals in the Asaka Residence"

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Mito Arts Tower to Launch Joint "Kodomo Geijutsukan" for Music, Theater, and Art; Logo Created (Ibaraki Shimbun Cross Eye)

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Do Museums 'Let Go' of Their Collections? The Reality of Overcrowded Storage and the Unchanging Principles

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Deep Dive into Hiroshige's Landscapes via the Shin Uchiyama Collection: Special Exhibition "Utagawa Hiroshige: Edo's Best Angles" to be Held at Tokyo National Museum

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Yayoi Kusama's stone sculpture exhibition begins at The Hakone Open-Air Museum, alongside a white balloon installation indoors

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Taro Izumi Screening | Space & Cafe Pole Pole-za, Tokyo

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“I want to pass down Kumamoto's fine arts and art to the future” Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art 50th Anniversary Ceremony (RKK Kumamoto Broadcasting)

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Kana Uo | Do You Know? The Remarkable Versatility of Tomoyuki Washio

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“Kusama’s Pop” (Yayoi Kusama Museum) Opening Report: Rethinking Yayoi Kusama’s “Pop” | Image Gallery 2 / 9

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“teamLab Yoro Valley” Opening Report: A New Spring Night Experience Where Ancient Terrain and Modern Expression Resonate

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[Nagano] Art Labo 2026 Phase 1 "Opening Tools: Touching, Talking, Walking - Nao Saito x Nagano Prefectural Art Museum"

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First Recipients of the “NCAR×AWARE Women Artists Research Fellowship” Announced

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“Nobuya Hitsuda: The Scenery That Passed By” (Toyota Municipal Museum of Art) Opening Report. What does it mean to paint scenery?

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Kyun-Chome Solo Exhibition "Bouquets for an Ambiguous Earth" is Now Open at Gallery & Restaurant Butaiura, Featuring a Course Meal Experience Tracing the History of Human Food

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Report on 'Expanding Surrealism' (Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery): Tracing the Development of an Innovative Artistic Movement Through Its Connections to Advertising and Fashion

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19 Monet works unveiled. Monet's 100th anniversary exhibition "A New Eye" held at Pola Museum of Art | Image Gallery 3 / 7

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[Aomori] Symposium: From Hachinohe Port to Southeast Asia — New Routes Opened by Culture and Art

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19 Monet Works Revealed. Pola Museum of Art Holds Monet's 100th Anniversary Exhibition 'A New Vision'