Japan Art News (Page 6)

Mizuho Fujita | Field Note / Kyoto: Robert Zhao Renfui 'After Control'
This article introduces the solo exhibition 'After Control' by Singaporean artist Robert Zhao Renfui and explores the relationship between humans and nature through fieldwork.
Artistic 'Mikata' of Tokyo University of the Arts - This Summer, Become a Tokyo University Student!
The exhibition features workshops and events related to 'Mikata' art, including traditional techniques and family-friendly activities.
Yoshida Seiya's Design: New Works of the Mingei Movement Exhibition and Related Events in Gifu
An exhibition and related events featuring Yoshida Seiya's new works in the Mingei movement will be held at the Gifu Contemporary Ceramics Art Museum.
Almost, Empty: Jun Aoki + Richard Tuttle @ Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery
Architect Jun Aoki and artist Richard Tuttle present a collaborative exhibition at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery.
July-Starting Art Exhibitions: Tokyo's "Kukai Exhibition" (Tokyo National Museum), "British Museum Exhibition" (Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum), "Geidai Style" (Tokyo University of the Arts Museum), Osaka's "Water Margin Exhibition" (Osaka Municipal Museum of Art), "Great Extinction Exhibition" (Osaka Municipal Museum of Natural History), etc.
July 2026 sees major art exhibitions in Tokyo and Kansai, featuring Kukai, British Museum, Geidai Style, Water Margin, and Great Extinction displays.
Oil Paintings and Prints: Bold and Delicate – Muroran Art Association Exhibition Runs Until the 28th
The Muroran Art Association's member exhibition featuring 40 oil, watercolor, ceramic, and print works is on view at Muroran Citizens Art Museum until June 28.
A 'Cave' Appearing in the City. 'Urban Cave ESOLOGOT ver.1' Featuring the Starry Sky 20,000 Years Ago and Lascaux Cave Paintings Opens in Hibiya
An immersive event 'Urban Cave ESOLOGOT ver.1' in Hibiya allows visitors to experience the starry sky and Lascaux cave paintings.
The 4th "Tokyo Gendai" to be Held at Pacifico Yokohama. What Are the Highlights This Year?
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Galleries participating in Art Collaboration Kyoto 2026 announced. First-time participants include Jeffrey Diatch and Hauser & Wirth.
63 galleries will participate in the modern art fair Art Collaboration Kyoto 2026 in Kyoto.
Special Ticket Information for the Geidai-style Art 'Mikata' Exhibition: 'Quiz Rally' and 'Student ID' Tickets Go on Sale July 1
Special tickets featuring a 'Quiz Rally' and a 'Student ID' print go on sale on July 1 for the 'Geidai-style Art 'Mikata' Exhibition' opening on July 24.
Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Art Selection Group Exhibition 2026 BBBdabada @ Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Art Gallery B
The Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Art Selection Group Exhibition 2026 BBBdabada features works by five contemporary artists.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum Selection Group Exhibition 2026 Interdisciplinary Region Between 0 and 1 @ Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Art Gallery A
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, a group exhibition featuring contemporary artists will be held at Gallery A.
都美セレクション グループ展 土にかへれ @ 東京都美術館 ギャラリーC
A 2026 group show at Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum celebrates its centennial with works by Inoue, Kakuno, and Hihara themed on returning to earth.
Sugiie Ako | Beyond the Rainbow | Hayama Yuki Exhibition
Hayama Yuki's exhibition "Beyond the Rainbow" is held at Sogo Museum.
星野太|Andreas Broeckmann, “The Making of Les Immatériaux”
発行所:meson press 発行日:2025 公式サイト:https://meson.press/books/the-making-of-les-immateriaux/ 1985年にパリのポンピドゥー・センターで開催された「非物質的なものたち(Les ...
Acne Studios' 30th Anniversary: Launch of Latest 'Acne Paper' Issue and 'Pink Library' Pop-Up
Acne Studios, a Swedish fashion brand, celebrates its 30th anniversary with the release of the latest 'Acne Paper' issue and a 'Pink Library' pop-up in Tokyo.
Miracle of Gaze: The Adventure of Japanese Female Photographers @ Hikarie Hall
A commemorative exhibition celebrating the achievements of Japanese female photographers at Hikarie Hall.
James Turrell Opens His 100th 'Skyspace,' the Largest in His Career, at Aarhus Art Museum in Denmark
James Turrell's 100th 'Skyspace' installation, the largest in his career, opened at Aarhus Art Museum in Denmark, showcasing his exploration of light and space.
First Art Longano Circulating Exhibition from 24th
The First Art Longano Circulating Exhibition begins on the 24th in Ina City, featuring 50 works from Tokyo's public exhibition.
Exhibition "Co-program Reframed: Hikou, Hikou" - Call for Participants for Miyu Imajuku's 《BURN PLAY》 Test Play
Miyu Imajuku is seeking participants for a test play of her new work, 《BURN PLAY》, at Kyoto Art Center.
"Geidai-style Art 'Mikata' Exhibition" Special Tutors Join Knights "It's a Dream to Study Art at Geidai" Opening July 24 at Tokyo University of the Arts Museum
Comedian duo Knights have been appointed as special tutors for the "Geidai-style Art 'Mikata' Exhibition" at the Tokyo University of the Arts Museum.
Exhibition "Jewelry: Whose Dream?" Held at Kyoto National Museum of Modern Art. Large-scale Exhibition Tracing Postwar Japanese Contemporary Jewelry
A large-scale exhibition tracing postwar Japanese contemporary jewelry is held at the Kyoto National Museum of Modern Art.
Shinoyu Masashi × Ishii Koji (Host: Yamaoka Yutoki) | Is Art Necessary in Regions? (5) — Discovering the Charm of Regions and Updating Daily Life Through Relationships [Part 1]
Shinoyu Masashi and Ishii Koji discuss their regional art projects, including a convenience store DJ initiative and modernizing traditional festivals like Bon dances.
Chisato Suwa | The Past is Opened — From the Deep River to Iejima Island
Chisato Suwa visits Iejima Island, exploring a peace resource center that preserves memories of war and land disputes, reflecting on the connection between past and present.
Tove and Moomin Exhibition: Searching for Something Special
An exhibition showcasing about 300 works to review the life and creative world of Tove Jansson, the creator of Moomin.
「Ettore Sottsass — When Magic Begins, Design is Born」 (Artizon Museum) Opening Report. What is Design to Save People's Hearts?
A large-scale retrospective exhibition of Ettore Sottsass, a representative of 20th-century Italian design, opened at Artizon Museum.
Takashima Noriro Exhibition: 50 Years After His Death
A major retrospective exhibition of Takashima Noriro, a Japanese painter, marking 50 years since his death.
Report on 'Mamoru Hosoda: Origins/Exhibition' (CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO). Commemorating the 20th anniversary of 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time', exploring the roots of production.
Commemorating the 20th anniversary of 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time', a past-largest-scale exhibition exploring Mamoru Hosoda's roots opened at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO.
Women to Watch 2027: Irie Sayo Selected as Japan Representative
Irie Sayo has been chosen as the Japanese representative for the 2027 Women to Watch exhibition at NMWA in Washington, D.C.
Silver gelatin photographs by contemporary artist Hiroshi Sugimoto gathered in "Extinction Photography: Hiroshi Sugimoto" currently on view
An exhibition focusing on Hiroshi Sugimoto's silver gelatin photography is currently held at the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo.
The 31st Hachimanzan Art Exhibition and Award Ceremony Was Held
The 31st Hachimanzan Art Exhibition was held at Obata Memorial Library, featuring an award ceremony.
In-dividual Theater:BUG Screen Week 2026
BUG hosts 'In-dividual Theater:BUG Screen Week 2026' from July 3-12, 2026, showcasing 17 artists' video works to support their careers.
Yamada Nami | Museum Goods Walk 12 -- Thinking About Museum Goods While Collecting Omamori
Yamada Nami reflects on museum goods while collecting omamori, uncovering their symbolic meanings and cultural significance.
New Discovery of the Charm of the Ikeda Collection
The Nanao Art Museum presents the Ikeda Collection in early and later periods from June 27 to September 13, 2026.
Immerse yourself in the world of Kuniyoshi with stereoscopic images. "KUNIYOSHI IMMERSIVE ART in Kuniyoshi Exhibition" will be held at Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art
The "KUNIYOSHI IMMERSIVE ART in Kuniyoshi Exhibition" will be held at Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art, featuring Kuniyoshi's ukiyo-e in a dynamic digital space.
Mastering Western Art in Three Months: Final Episode 12 "And the Door Opened – Modern Art" Focus on Picasso, Matisse, Dali – June 24 Broadcast on ETV
The final episode on ETV highlighted Picasso, Matisse, and Dali, explaining how their works opened the door to modern art.
Paintings and Sculptures: 250 Creative Works Across 7 Categories Open at Tsuruga City General Art Exhibition | Fukui TV
The Tsuruga City General Art Exhibition has opened, featuring 250 creative works across seven different artistic categories.
First Time! All Works on Display: Kubo So's Western Paintings — Including Monet, Renoir, and Gogh
An exhibition showcasing the complete collection of Western paintings held by the museum.
Ainu Crafts ―Collection by Sagawa Satsuo and Nagamichi―
An exhibition showcasing over 200 Ainu artifacts collected by Sagawa Satsuo and his son Nagamichi, including textiles and woodwork reflecting Ainu culture.
Let's Try Making Animal-Themed Lanterns – The Teacher is an Art University Student – Fun for Parents and Children – Akita City (Akita Television)
In Akita, art university students helped parents and children create animal-themed lanterns at a workshop with the local zoo.
国宝・重文級の古美術、海外流出のリスク…円安や「鬼滅」人気など背景に「輸出鑑査証明」申請数が10年前の3倍(読売新聞オンライン)
文化庁はこれまで、証明書発行の所要期間の目安を10開庁日としてきたが、申請数が増加しているため、最近は1か月以上かかるケースもある。そのため、申請書類の記入欄を減らし、申請が代理人の場合に必要だっ
Learning and the Agency of the Museum System as Seen from the Shanghai Rockbund Art Museum 'Youth Palace'
The Shanghai Rockbund Art Museum presents 'Youth Palace', reinterpreting socialist-era 'Children's Palaces' through a group exhibition.
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【Opening】'What are Folk Tools? — Folklorist Miyamoto Tsuneichi's Folk Tool Collection Left at an Art University' at Musashino University of Art Museum until August 1
The exhibition 'What are Folk Tools? — Folklorist Miyamoto Tsuneichi's Folk Tool Collection Left at an Art University' opens at Musashino University of Art Museum on June 15.
Notice of the 54th Moriyama Ward Art Promotion Exhibition | Nagoya City Official Website
The 54th Moriyama Ward Art Promotion Exhibition featuring local artists will be held from July 10 to 13, 2026.
upcoming: Hiroshi Sugimoto Seascapes Enoura | Pre-photography, Time Recording Device
Gallery Koyanagi will host Hiroshi Sugimoto's solo exhibition "Seascapes Enoura" in summer 2026.
【市長フォト】八面山美術展
令和8年6月19日金曜日、小幡記念図書館で6月21日まで開催中の第31回八面山美術展を訪れ、八面山スケッチ大会(5月17日開催)で描かれた118点の作品を鑑賞しました。 同大会の受賞作品については巡回展が実施されますので、ぜひ…
A 'Dream House' Where Architecture, Art, and Fashion Intersect: House of Dior Osaka
The new House of Dior in Osaka features a facade by Sou Fujimoto and a space by Peter Marino, showcasing 40 artworks.
Group Art Exhibition Begins in Nemuro; 24 Groups Exhibit 224 Works
The "57th Group Art Exhibition" organized by the Nemuro City Cultural Association began on the 19th at the Nemuro City General Cultural Center.
[Hokkaido] "Ainu People and Exposition – 150 Years of Experience" Exhibition Related Events
Related events for the "Ainu People and Exposition – 150 Years of Experience" exhibition will be held at the National Ainu Museum in Hokkaido.
Opening 50th Anniversary Preview Event Collection 1: I / Act
The National Museum of Art, Osaka commemorates its 50th anniversary with a collection exhibition tracing the evolution of art from 1977 to the present.
Kentaro Yamazaki | "Princess Medea" / "Qui som? - Who are we?" (SHIZUOKA World Theatre Festival 2026 #4)
The article reviews two 2026 Shizuoka theatre productions and their critical reception.
Kinko-dō in Ginza Establishes Experiential Art Gallery «RESONANCE GALLERY» and Hosts First Exhibition «Education»
Kinko-dō in Ginza opens experiential art gallery «RESONANCE GALLERY» and hosts its first exhibition «Education», pausing wagashi sales to focus on cultural re-engagement.
CULTURAL JOB FAIR 2026: Exhibiting Organizations Sought
The organizers are seeking companies and organizations involved in cultural businesses to exhibit at the first-ever CULTURAL JOB FAIR 2026.
Best 15 Exhibitions to See This Weekend: From NHK Sunday Museum 50th Anniversary to Mr. Solo Exhibition and Shoko Izumi Solo Exhibition
The NHK Sunday Museum 50th Anniversary exhibition in Tokyo and solo shows by Eugène Boudin, Georges Rouault, Kawanabe Kyōsai, and Van Gogh are running until June 21.
Qinyo Art Association Exhibition Begins on the 24th at the Cultural Hall
From June 24 to 28, a free exhibition hosted by the Qinyo Art Association will run at the Cultural Hall.
Aki Sasamoto Laboratory
The National Museum of Art in Osaka will host a special exhibition of Aki Sasamoto's work from July 19 to November 3, 2026, featuring sculptures, performances, and interactive installations.
Aizu Hachiyō Memorial Museum Collection Exhibition PART 2, Oct 9, 2026 (Fri) – Jan 31, 2027 (Sun)
The Aizu Hachiyō Memorial Museum presents a special exhibition featuring Oriental antiquities, archaeological and ethnic materials, and Japanese art from the early modern to contemporary periods, themed "Decoration."
No.208/Realizing Again the Charm of Analog Photography: A Major Solo Exhibition by Contemporary Artist Hiroshi Sugimoto——Editor's Diary of Soen Editor
Hiroshi Sugimoto's analog photography exhibition at Tokyo's Modern Art Museum highlights the enduring charm of silver gelatin prints over digital.
Exhibition Opening Report: 'No Longer Existing Country's Unprecedented Light - East German Female Photographers' (Yamaguchi Branch, Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Modern Art)
An exhibition at Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Modern Art in Yamaguchi showcases works by 15 East German female photographers, highlighting their diverse themes and social contexts through vintage prints.
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Chu Aoyumi | Exploring the 'Shikaku i 'e' — Two Exhibitions Resonating with the Body

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Haru Chikei | Mako Idoko: Onna no Sakuhin—Autobiography of a Video Artist

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Czech Picture Book Exhibition in Ashiya, Hyogo: From Award-Winning Books to Japanese-Czech Collaborative Comics

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Rin Nakai @ Hall Keiryu, 2F Hanbey-fu Building

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A Hall of Masterpieces of Esoteric Art: Special Exhibition "Kūkai and Shingon Treasures" at Tokyo National Museum, Until September 6

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Gateway to 'Water Margin', the Allure of Classical Art – Exhibition at Osaka City Museum

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Korean National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art to Digitize Korean Modern Art Materials in Japan

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Focusing on the Charm of Details――Creating Nail Tips Using Artwork Images|News List|Kyoto Sangyo University

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Takashima Tsu | 'Is the Street an Intrusion?' — On the Street, Expression, and Publicness (Part 1)

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【Tokyo】Art for Well-being Seminar & Workshop 'Dance × Care × Technology That Opens, A Journey Touching the Layers of Time'

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Yuko Mohri: Recompose – A Homecoming Exhibition from Japan Pavilion of the 60th Venice Biennale @ Yokohama Museum of Art

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Seasonal Beautiful Neriki Making Workshop with Matcha Experience at Daitozan Art Museum (Nihonmatsu City, Niigata Prefecture)

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Ambitious Works Being Delivered One After Another: Hokkoku Junior and Senior High School Art Exhibition

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山川陸|内田涼 Solo Exhibition "Water Bites"

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【Tokyo】Sugimoto Hiroshi's 'Extinction Photography' Exhibition and Related Events

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Collection Exhibition "She Who Goes Beyond the Sea" @ Yokohama Museum of Art

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CAMK Screening Vol.4 Hibi no Kotsuke Performance Materials

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“Marie Antoinette Style” (Yokohama Museum of Art) Opening Report: How Was Antoinette’s “Mode” Inherited?

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Director Cédric Klapisch's "The Colors of Time" to be released in September. A story of mystery surrounding a painting, where modern times and Belle Époque France intersect.

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Report on the Opening of "The 12th Hiroshima Prize Commemorative Mel Chin Exhibition" (Hiroshima Museum of Contemporary Art): Practices of Reweaving Society Across Media

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[Opening Report] Exhibition 'Geidai-style Art's 'Mikata' – Become a Geidai Student This Summer' – Enjoyable and Deep Exhibition Tokyo…

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Who is the Late-Emerging Artist Munehiro Yoshimura? Paintings of 'Sadness' After a Long Experimental Period

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Nahart Conference 2026 'Conditions of Artists 2 - Living and Creating' Held on August 1st and 2nd

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Tokyo Metropolitan Disability Comprehensive Art Exhibition | Tokyo Metropolitan Government

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Japanese Beauty Preserved and Passed Down Through Eras: Report on "The British Museum Japanese Art Collection: Full Bloom — Edo Paintings That Crossed the Sea" (Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum)

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[Tokyo] Publication Commemorative Exhibition "Satsuei: Naoki Takehisa"

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A Summer Destination! Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter Special Project "Invitation from Hogwarts" Guided Tour Report

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Shooting the Moon @ KAG

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“KYOTO EXPERIMENT 2026” Announces Full Program: 19 Groups from Japan and Abroad to Present Experimental Programs in October

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artscape Editorial Department | Catalogs & Books | July 2026 [Upcoming Publications]

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[Kyoto] 30th Kyoto International Dance Workshop Festival "Kyoto's Hot Summer"

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[Limited to 3 groups of 6 people] Tokyo University of the Arts Museum "The 'Viewpoint' of Geidai-style Art—Become a Geidai Student This Summer" Invitation Giveaway. Deadline: August 7 (Fri)

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Editorial Notes…58 — The 'K' Part of Media Management (What to Do with Tags? About the Meeting)

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Baito Meibutsu Honbuten Presents 'IMPRINTED ― Hiroshi Suginami Poster Exhibition'

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Nishimura Ken and Sawahiraki's Joint Exhibition 'Shared Landscapes' at the Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Art: Connecting Earthquake Experiences to the Future

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24 Recommended Exhibitions Starting in August: Vermeer, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Marie Antoinette, Minami Tada, and more [2026 Edition]

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The British Museum Japanese Art Collection "Hundred Flowers Blooming: Edo Paintings Across the Sea" at Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum – Works Returning Home for the First Time and Miraculous Reunions

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Your Favorite Artwork? 49 Artworks Selected by Citizens at Fubuki City Art Museum

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Toyo Ito Designs 'Children's Playground' at Seishun Art Village; Completion Celebration Exhibition 'Under the Cherry Blossoms—Nature and Architecture' Held

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My Painting, My Exhibition – 85th National Educational Art Exhibition