Japan Art News (Page 8)

Materials of Japanese Buddhist Art Held in European Museums, etc. (Research and Database) Flyer 2017 Edition :: Hosei University Institute of International Japanese Studies
Hosei University's Institute of International Japanese Studies has issued the 2017 edition flyer for its research on Japanese Buddhist art materials held in European museums.
Learning About Environmental Issues Through Pokémon and Art: Tama Art University's Special Exhibition at Tokyo Midtown
Tama Art University is holding a special exhibition at Tokyo Midtown featuring Pokémon art made from discarded materials to educate about environmental issues.
Ako Sugie | "Mincho"
The "Mincho" exhibition, held from February 21 to May 31, 2026, at Ichigaya no Mori Hon to Kajikan, delves into the history and diversity of the Mincho typeface.
Kenta Yamazaki | Adelaide Inspection Report ①: Festival and Fringe
The author visited the Adelaide Festival and Adelaide Fringe in late February/early March 2026 to compare the two major arts events.
Stories: Pictures of Nostalgic Tales
This exhibition features paintings of Japanese tales by artists connected to Tochigi Prefecture, accompanied by related events.
【Tokyo】 "Obol" Exhibition by Andrius Arutiunian
Andrius Arutiunian's first solo exhibition in Japan, "Obol," is being held at Ginza Maison Hermès Le Forum.
Kazuya Kodama: Saganoshima Island @ dongbaek
Kazuya Kodama's solo exhibition, "Saganoshima Island," will be held at dongbaek from March 5 to March 28, 2026.
Elia Nurvista & Bagus Pandega: Nafasan Bumi ~ An Endless Harvest @ Singapore Art Museum
The Singapore Art Museum is hosting an exhibition of works by Elia Nurvista and Bagus Pandega, titled “Nafasan Bumi ~ An Endless Harvest”.
[New Series] Art History Without a Name: Art of the Last 10 Years and 100 Years #0. The "Weak but Good Place" Where Criticism and Expression Intersect (Text: Rintaro Fuse)
This series examines the last decade of art through the lens of "absence of name," clarifying the attitude of criticism.
Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art "Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges" Ticket Giveaway
ART iT is giving away tickets to the "Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges" exhibition at the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art.
The 61st Venice Biennale Link Collection
This article serves as a collection of links related to news and information about the 61st Venice Biennale.
Looking Back at Words from "Hello, Curator?"
This article reflects on the relay interview series "Hello, Curator?" by featuring particularly memorable quotes selected by contributors familiar with the series.
Ako Sugie | "Polish Master Jan Lenica: Posters, Animation, Illustration, and Stage"
An exhibition of Jan Lenica's work at Ginza Graphic Gallery showcased Poland's unique poster art and highlighted cultural differences.
Notice of Events, etc. (No.00056990) | Kochi Prefecture
Kochi Prefecture will host a background art drawing workshop led by animation art directors from March 27th to 29th as part of its anime industry promotion.
【Tokyo】Deep in the Sway
"Deep in the Sway" showcases the work of four artists who focus on "listening" to voices, songs, and narratives.
-As if Blown by the Monsoon- Contemporary Art from Africa and Asia: Great Migrations and Exchanges @ Gifu Museum of Art
The Gifu Museum of Art is hosting a special exhibition featuring contemporary art from Africa and Asia, exploring themes of migration and exchange.
Akiko Utsumi: The End of This Place @ EUREKA
Akiko Utsumi's solo exhibition, “The End of This Place,” will be held at EUREKA (Fukuoka) from March 5th to March 27th, 2026.
Lifelike Creations: Middle School Students' Artworks Inspired by Traditional Japanese Sweets Displayed at a Confectionery
Middle school students in Nagano Prefecture created clay artworks resembling traditional Japanese sweets, which are now on display at a local confectionery.
Art Exhibitions Starting in April: "Hyakumangoku! The Kaga Maeda Family" and "Eric Carle Exhibition" in Tokyo, "Yoshino/Omine Exhibition" in Nara, "Utagawa Kuniyoshi" in Nagoya. The "Yamato Museum" in Kure, Hiroshima, is also reopening!
Numerous major art exhibitions begin in April across Japan, including key shows in Tokyo, Nara, and Nagoya, alongside the reopening of the Yamato Museum.
Geijutsu Shincho April Issue: Special Feature is "Understanding Japanese and Western Art Through Comparison" - A "Dialogue" Between the Collections of the Tokyo National Museum and The National Museum of Western Art
The April issue of Geijutsu Shincho features a special on comparing and contrasting collections from the Tokyo National Museum and The National Museum of Western Art.
Tomakomai City Museum of Art
The Tomakomai City Museum of Art will host a new installation by Akio Morisako, “Court Installation,” from April 18 to November 23, 2026.
Leaping Dolphins on a Panel: Minato High School Art Club Members and Graduates Create Original Artwork
Minato High School art club members and graduates created original artwork of leaping dolphins for a commemorative panel.
Tomakomai City Museum of Art
The Tomakomai City Museum of Art will host a photography exhibition by Naoki Ishikawa featuring Mediterranean volcanoes from April 18 to June 21, 2026.
artscape Editorial Department | Report on the Talk Event "1995 ⇄ 2025 ⇄ 2055 ── Considering 60 Years of the Art Scene and Art Media"
A talk event celebrating artscape's 30th anniversary featured Mori Tsukasa and Hoshino Futoshi discussing the past 30 years and future of the art scene and media.
Kanuma Community Cooperation Corps Member Akane Hosaka, Who Worked on Spreading Art Education, Holds Exhibition from the 26th, Including a Soil Paint Making Workshop
Akane Hosaka, a ceramic artist from the Kanuma Community Cooperation Corps, is concluding her three-year term with an activity report exhibition and a soil paint workshop.
Futoshi Hoshino | Postscript to the 30th Anniversary Special Project
Special editorial committee member Futoshi Hoshino reflects on the artscape 30th-anniversary project and the importance of highlighting behind-the-scenes art workers.
Sakura Nomiyama | Editor's Postscript for the 30th Anniversary Project
Sakura Nomiyama reflects on the articles created for the artscape 30th-anniversary project, focusing on regional design history and design criticism.
Shin Murata | Art Walk 11 - A Thorough Museum Tour of Kansai (Part 2)
Part 2 of Shin Murata's Kansai museum tour details visits to Kyoto and Osaka museums, showcasing diverse expressions of contemporary art and Japanese painting.
Works by Art University Students from Sakushu Region Unveiled - "Hatsu-ten" Exhibition Begins at Shōō Art and Literature Museum
The "Hatsu-ten" group exhibition featuring works by art university students from the Sakushu region has begun at the Shōō Art and Literature Museum.
【Tokyo】University of Tokyo Arsnova to Open in Autumn 2026
The University of Tokyo will open an experimental art school, “Arsnova,” in Autumn 2026, offering new learning that transcends various fields.
Singapore Biennale 2025: pure intention (4)
This article presents installation views from the Singapore Biennale 2025 exhibition, "pure intention," across various Orchard venues.
Nobuya Hitsuda—Landscapes Passed By @ Toyota City Museum of Art
The Toyota City Museum of Art is hosting the largest retrospective to date for painter Nobuya Hitsuda, known for his abstracted landscapes.
Hot News Hokkaido "Contemporary Artist Facing Intractable Disease, Strong Desire to Express 'Limited Life' in Hakodate" Now Streaming on NHK ONE until 3/30 | NHK Hokkaido
Hakodate-based contemporary artist Shinji Komiya creates art driven by a strong desire to express his 'limited life' while facing an intractable disease.
Art Exhibition by Young Artists and Junior High/High School Students to be Held from March 25th in Higashikagawa City, Kagawa Prefecture (KSB Setouchi Broadcasting)
An art exhibition featuring works by junior and high school students will be held in Higashikagawa City, Kagawa Prefecture, starting March 25th, aiming to promote local engagement and intergenerational exchange.
100th Anniversary of Birth Commemoration: "Satoshi Kako's Science Picture Books"
An exhibition commemorates the 100th anniversary of author Satoshi Kako, focusing on his influential science picture books and contributions to science education.
Mariko Osawa | Constellations Woven by Collections
This article reflects on the importance of collection research and exhibition construction by curators, using the Saitama Prefectural Museum of Modern Art exhibition as a case study.
AOYAMA Shin | "Alternative Computations — The Computational Culture of Festival" (Part 2)
This second part analyzes the exhibition "Alternative Computations" by intersecting mythology, biology, mathematics, and concepts of play.
[Tokyo] Masahiko Sato Lecture "Creating the Way to Create" Complete Edition
Masahiko Sato's complete lecture, "Creating the Way to Create," will be held at the University of Tokyo's Yasuda Auditorium.
Singapore Biennale 2025: pure intention (3)
Singapore Biennale 2025, featuring works by diverse artists, is being held at Fort Canning Centre and the National Gallery Singapore.
【Italian Art Appreciation #5】 What the Masterpieces of Ancient Sculpture Selected from Three Museums Tell Us - Toshikazu Kawahara
This article introduces masterpieces of ancient sculpture selected from three major Italian museums, discussing their realism and pursuit of ideal beauty.
Your Own Palm-Sized Earthenware: Event at Tomakomai City Museum of Art
An event where about 20 people, including parents and children, made miniature earthenware at the Tomakomai City Museum of Art.
Book Review: Shaking Postwar Japanese Art from the Ground Up and Overlapping It with the Contemporary World. "Early Postwar Japanese Art and Engagement"
This book re-examines the relationship between art and politics in early postwar Japan, focusing on "transformative avant-garde" to offer insights for the modern world.
The 82nd Contemporary Art Exhibition
The 82nd Contemporary Art Exhibition will be held from March 27, 2026, showcasing works across six departments.
Young Talent, Free Ideas: Art Exhibition for Under-20s in Tomakomai
The U-20 Young Artists Exhibition, featuring 61 works by about 40 artists under 20, has opened in Tomakomai City.
Akihiro Sugiyama Memorial Exhibition: Wood and I - The Art of Woodworking and Art Education
This memorial exhibition honors artist Akihiro Sugiyama, showcasing his exceptional woodworking skills and his significant contributions to art education.
Into a World of Beauty Woven with Light and Decoration: Report on the “René Lalique Exhibition – Magnificent French Decorative Arts from Gallé and the Dome” (Kanazawa Crafts Museum)
An exhibition showcasing René Lalique’s works and the flow of French decorative arts is being held at the Kanazawa Crafts Museum.
【5 Exhibitions to Enjoy with Cherry Blossom Viewing】Displaying Japanese Art Masterpieces, Experiencing Art Deco Architecture... A Guide to the Latest Exhibitions & Outings Enjoyable in Spring 2026
This article introduces five exhibitions to enjoy alongside cherry blossom viewing in spring 2026.
Singapore Biennale 2025: pure intention
The Singapore Biennale 2025: pure intention will run from October 31, 2025, to March 29, 2026, at the Singapore Art Museum.
Takehiro Iikawa: Gathering Matters and Mediations @ Art Tower Mito, Contemporary Art Gallery
The exhibition "Takehiro Iikawa: Gathering Matters and Mediations" is being held at the Art Tower Mito Contemporary Art Gallery.
Canvas the Size of Two Postcards: "FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition" Opens, Featuring Numerous Original Works, Held at Kanazu Forest of Creation in Awara City Until April 5th (FBC Fukui Broadcasting)
The "FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition," featuring original paintings on postcard-sized canvases, is now open in Awara City.
Art Exhibition by Five Female Artists in Omotesando, Tokyo, Reflecting Contemporary Society in Diverse Ways (Sankei Shimbun)
An art exhibition featuring works by five Japanese female contemporary artists focusing on the theme of 'books' is being held in Omotesando, Tokyo.
Tuguldur Yondonjamts: Wolf Loving Princess @ Gallery VER
Tuguldur Yondonjamts' solo exhibition, "Wolf Loving Princess," was held at Gallery VER in Bangkok.
CRITERIUM 102: Takuto Shiromaru Awai no Hibiki @ Mito Arts Tower Modern Art Gallery Room 9
Takuto Shiromaru's solo exhibition, “Awai no Hibiki (Liminal Echoes),” will be held at Room 9 of the Mito Arts Tower Modern Art Gallery from February 28 to May 6, 2026.
Works by the Artist Couple Who Teach Art, Until the 22nd in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture
An exhibition of works by a married couple, both art educators, is being held in Kakamigahara City until the 22nd.
Award Winner at the 42nd FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition! | Kyushu Sangyo University
Kyushu Sangyo University's Nao Hirata won the Fukui Shimbun Award at the 42nd FUKUI Small Hall Art Exhibition.
The Award Ceremony for the Reiwa 7 Graduation Production Works of Joshibi University of Art and Design, "Shizu Sato and Hideo Ogawa Award," was held | News & Events | Juntendo University
Juntendo University held the award ceremony for the "Shizu Sato and Hideo Ogawa Award" for Joshibi University of Art and Design graduation works.
Aoyama Shin | "Alternative Computations — A Festive Culture of Calculation" (Part 1)
This article reviews Ryuta Aoki's special exhibition "Alternative Computations" at Spiral Garden, exploring its engagement with a culture surrounding quantum phenomena.
Koichi Kageyama | San Minn's "Computer Control System": A Humorous Critique of Civilization -- Rina Igarashi
This article explores the background and critical meaning of Myanmar artist San Minn's work "Computer Control System" through an interview with Rina Igarashi, a curator at the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum.
【Hyogo】Related Events for the Exhibition “Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges
Various events, including lectures and screenings, are being held in connection with the “Anti-Action” exhibition at the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art.
[Yteen Art Department] Invitation Ticket Giveaway for the Special Exhibition “Million Stones! The Kaga Maeda Family” (Limited to 5 Groups of 10 People: High School Students and Guardians)
Yteen Art Department is giving away free tickets to the “Million Stones! The Kaga Maeda Family” exhibition to 5 groups of high school students and their guardians.
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Report on the Opening of 'Kawai Gyokudo: Natsukashii Nihon no Joukei' (Yamasaki Museum of Fine Arts). Tracing Gyokudo's Career, Entrusting Nostalgia to Landscapes

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Tate Britain Turner Exhibition: 80+ Masterpieces Gather at National Museum of Western Art and Osaka Museum of Fine Arts, Decoding His Art with 'Sublime'

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Over 70 Participating Artists Reject the 'Visitors' Lion Award' at Venice Biennale

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Museum Curator's Lunch #12 | Recommended by Ayumi Ikeda, Curator at Kanazawa 21st Century Museum! Lunch and Dessert Utilizing Local Fresh Ingredients (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture) #Bishoku

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生誕120年 大棟山美術博物館で坂口安吾まつり 全国のファンが安吾の世界に触れる - 十日町タウン情報

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Mastering Western Art in 3 Months: Episode 7 'Gaze Upon the Nameless - Realism' Focusing on Courbet and Millet, Aired May 20 on E-Tele

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Recruitment for Final Additional Members of Learning Program "APK STUDIES" Phase 2

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Fumi Miyamoto | Regarding Sachiko Kazama's First Northeast Solo Exhibition "Sachiko Kazama Exhibition: 1000-Li Eye of a Hatto Room"

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杉江あこ|TDC 2026(TOKYO TYPE DIRECTORS CLUB EXHIBITION 2026)

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Road movie: Art between Korea and Japan since 1945 at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea, Gwacheon

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[Preview] 'First Experience in Appreciating Ancient Art — Characters in Art' at Nezu Museum from May 30

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【Broadcast Announcement】 "Museum Concert Masayuki Nino (Percussion) ~ When Modern Art and Music Meet" will be broadcast on TV Tokyo "Sho-san no Gakkou de wa Oshiete Kurenai Sokon Tokoro!"

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Kasuga Taisha National Treasure Hall: Display of 'Horse Racing Screens and the Art of Horses' (Nara Television Broadcasting)

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3,000 Visitors to Ishikawa Naoki Exhibition, Tomakomai City Museum of Art, Gift to Osaka Couple

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Special Exhibition "Kukai and the Treasures of Shingon" Held at Tokyo National Museum in July to Commemorate Kobo Daishi's 1250th Birthday. Voice Guide by Osamu Takeuchi

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野村和弘:モナド @ HARMAS GALLERY

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女子美術大学付属中、体験学習(小学生対象)「お花や好きなモチーフを描こう!」|中学受験情報 朝日みつかるナビ

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Kiriko: My Womb Exhibition

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Editor's Miscellany……53──The Wonder of Scale and the Steps Toward an Open Museum

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Why Does Urs Fischer Continue to Melt Himself?

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Tokyo MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives Opening Ceremony Program Ballet 'Areko'

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Bottega Veneta to Host Immersive Art Exhibition 'INSIDE OTHER SPACES: ENVIRONMENTS BY WOMEN ARTISTS, 1956-76' at Leeum Museum of Art in Seoul, South Korea

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Japan Pavilion at the 61st Venice Biennale: Report on Dr. Arakawa Nash's 'Grass Babies, Moon Babies'. The Weight of Care and History Embodied in 200 Baby Dolls

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Max Mara Art Prize for Women 2026

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Top 10 Exhibitions to See This Weekend. From KYOTOGRAPHIE to Naoshima New Art Museum Opening Exhibition

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A New Art Destination Born in Bangkok. Opening Report of Dib Bangkok, Thailand's First International Museum of Contemporary Art

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Touching and Enjoying Japanese Art – artscape

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Baltic Island Exhibition at Spiral Garden: Convergence of Baltic Three Nations' Sophisticated Visual Culture

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Tanaka Shinpei -- Far from Meaning (Setagaya Art Museum) Report. His Unique Philosophy of Erasing Meaning

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Australia's largest new museum 'Powerhouse Parramatta' to open in late 2026

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Anarchism: My Friend, Under the Oak Tree is Pleasant @ Institut Français de Tokyo

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Large Picture Horse Donated to Local Shrine; Misshio Middle School Art Club Receives County Wakaba Award

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Yutaka Tsukada | Special Feature "This Illustrator is Amazing!" (Illustration June 2026 Issue [No.250] / Part 2)

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Related Events for 'The Drama of 100 Years of Woodblock Prints Tracing the Life of Fukita Bunmei'

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【Yteen Art Club】'Eric Carle Exhibition: The Very Hungry Caterpillar' Giveaway of Admission Tickets (Limited to 5 pairs of 10 junior high and high school students and guardians)

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Lou Ye's new work "DOKU The Illusion" is released. Solo exhibition held at Louis Vuitton Space Venice

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30th Annual Art Exhibition Hosted by NY Japanese Community Opens

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Poet Yoshizoe Gōzō Wins UK Contemporary Art Prize, Prize Money 43 Million Yen

Tokyo Art Beat

LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2026 Winners Announced; Grand Prize Goes to John Jin Park

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Call for Applications | "Japan Culture Promotion and Dissemination Project" under the FY2026 Overseas Training Program for Emerging Artists