Japan Art News (Page 9)

Yang02 'Parent-Child Upcycle Art' Report: Enjoying the Free DIY Spirit of the YBA
A report on an upcycle art workshop by artist Yang02, where parents and children explored the DIY spirit of the YBA.
What are the highlights of "Marie Antoinette Style" (Yokohama Museum of Art)? 200 items exhibited in V&A traveling exhibition
The "Marie Antoinette Style" exhibition at the Yokohama Museum of Art features 200 items, including treasures from London's Victoria and Albert Museum.
Suspected of smuggling over 5kg of the drug "ketamine" disguised as "artworks/antiques": Brazilian national arrested and indicted (Yomiuri TV)
A Brazilian man has been arrested and indicted for smuggling over 5kg of ketamine from the Netherlands by disguising it as antiques.
Lucy Rie Exhibition - Vessels of Grace Connecting East and West - to be held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum. First retrospective in Japan in about 10 years.
A retrospective of ceramic artist Lucy Rie, her first in Japan in about 10 years, will be held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum.
Public Art "Kiki" Exhibited at Osaka-Kansai Expo Installed in Kanazawa
The public art "Kiki" by Yuki Nara, exhibited at the Osaka-Kansai Expo, has been installed in Kanazawa.
Megumi Takashima | "The Logic of the World: Art of Our Time" (Part 1)
This first part of an essay examines the hierarchy of vision and gender asymmetry in art through a group exhibition at MoMAK.
Akiko Sakamoto | In the Next 'Pre-Disaster' Era – Changes Over the Past 10 Years and the Exhibition 'The 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake and Cultural Prescriptions: When My Heart Began to Stir'
Ten years after the Kumamoto earthquake, the Kumamoto City Museum of Contemporary Art is holding an exhibition reflecting on the 'post-disaster' period and aiming for mental recovery through culture.
Special Exhibition "The Ainu People and Expositions: 150 Years of Experience" to be Jointly Held at the National Ainu Museum and the National Museum of Japanese History
The National Ainu Museum and the National Museum of Japanese History will jointly host an exhibition exploring 150 years of Ainu history at expositions.
Robert Rauschenberg and Asia @ M+
The exhibition "Robert Rauschenberg and Asia" at M+ in Hong Kong explores the artistic connections between Robert Rauschenberg and the Asian region.
Naho Kawabe “Flos Filicis: Fern Flowers” @ WAITINGROOM
WAITINGROOM is hosting Naho Kawabe’s solo exhibition “Flos Filicis: Fern Flowers,” featuring installations and photo collages exploring themes of energy and labor.
Echigo-Tsumari MonET Consecutive Exhibition Vol. 10 Ryosaku Miyasaka "Ryosaku Miyasaka ART 75 Years Old" @ Echigo-Tsumari Satoyama Museum of Contemporary Art, MonET
Echigo-Tsumari Satoyama Museum of Contemporary Art, MonET hosts the first major solo exhibition of artist Ryosaku Miyasaka outside Nagano Prefecture.
Special Exhibition: Masters of Modern Western Painting
This exhibition explores the evolution of modern Western art from Impressionism to the École de Paris using the Kasama Nichido Museum collection.
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum's Artist-in-Residence Exhibition Now Open: Four Domestic and International Artists Explore "The Texture of Memory: To Bind the World Together"
Four artists from the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum's residency program are presenting works exploring the theme of "memory" at Artist Cafe Fukuoka.
The sculptural beauty of ceramic artist Shoji Kamoda meets fashion. "Shoji Kamoda and IM MEN" is being held at The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto is hosting a special exhibition featuring the brand "IM MEN," inspired by the works of ceramicist Shoji Kamoda.
Ryuichi Sakamoto's "KAGAMI" to have its Japanese premiere. Ryuichi Sakamoto's piano performance revived through Mixed Reality (MR)
Ryuichi Sakamoto's MR performance piece "KAGAMI" will hold its Japanese premiere at VS. in Osaka.
【Tokyo】MARTIN MARGIELA AT KUDAN HOUSE
The first major solo exhibition in Japan by artist Martin Margiela will be held at the registered tangible cultural property, Kudan House.
SHIZUOKA World Theatre Festival 2026
The SHIZUOKA World Theatre Festival 2026, organized by SPAC, will take place in Shizuoka from April 25 to May 6, 2026.
Report on "Starry Sky and Road—To Not Forget March 11—(2026)" (Sendai Mediatheque): Individual Perspectives on the Earthquake, Marking the 15th Year
The exhibition at Sendai Mediatheque marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, showcasing diverse personal records and memories of the disaster.
【2026 Golden Week】20 Recommended Exhibitions in Kansai! Latest Art Exhibitions at Museums and Art Museums: Renoir, Ancient Egypt, Martin Margiela, Nakanishi Kazutaka, etc.
This article introduces 20 recommended art exhibitions at museums and galleries in the Kansai region during the 2026 Golden Week holiday.
Part 4: "Ruins as Image" [Professor Naoki Sato] Art Appreciation Lessons at Tokyo University of the Arts: A New Art History through East-West Comparison
Professor Naoki Sato explores the theme of "ruins" by comparing Western and Japanese artworks, identifying a shared sense of melancholy in both.
Riku Yamakawa | humunus + Nanami Akimoto "Utsuho no Hida 0: Dust and the Path of the Tide - A Guide to Tomioka Town, Fukushima Prefecture" / Tour Performance "Dust and the Path of the Tide" along the Buddohama and Obama Coastal Area
This article details a guide book and tour performance, “Dust and the Path of the Tide,” exploring Tomioka Town, Fukushima Prefecture, and its memories of the land and post-disaster recovery.
Matsuko | “Keizo Kitajima Photography Exhibition: Borrowed Place, Borrowed Time”
Keizo Kitajima’s photography exhibition at the Nagano Prefectural Art Museum deeply explores themes of place, time, and the photographer’s perspective.
[Tokyo] TOKAS-Emerging 2026
Six emerging artists selected for the TOKAS-Emerging program will hold solo exhibitions in Tokyo from April to June 2026.
Kazuko Miyamoto @ Take Ninagawa
A solo exhibition by artist Kazuko Miyamoto is being held at Take Ninagawa in Tokyo from February 14 to April 11, 2026.
Best 19 Exhibitions to See This Weekend: From Ghost in the Shell Exhibition to the Reopening of the Edo-Tokyo Museum
This article introduces 19 recommended exhibitions for this weekend, including the 'Ghost in the Shell' exhibition and the reopening of the Edo-Tokyo Museum.
Statue of Art Dealer Tadamasa Hayashi Completed: Takaoka Native Who Introduced Japanese Beauty Abroad; Volunteers to Install at City Museum; Unveiling Ceremony on the 5th
A statue of Takaoka-born art dealer Tadamasa Hayashi, who promoted Japanese art abroad, will be unveiled at the Takaoka Art Museum on the 5th.
【Tokyo】Kristina Rozhkova "unbewitched"
A major solo exhibition by Russian photographer Kristina Rozhkova is currently being held at PARCO MUSEUM TOKYO in Shibuya.
Kurt Gitter, a Japanese Art Collector, Dies at 89… Raising Awareness of Edo Paintings in the U.S. (Yomiuri Shimbun Online)
Kurt Gitter, a prominent Japanese art collector in the U.S., passed away at the age of 89, contributing to the increased recognition of Edo paintings.
An urgent call from artists and curators of the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia
Artists and curators of the 61st Venice Biennale have issued an urgent call demanding the revocation of the Israeli pavilion's participation.
Roppongi Art Night 2026 to bring back all-night event after 3 years, featuring "RAN Focus" on France
Roppongi Art Night 2026 will be held from October 31 to November 1, marking the return of its all-night format after three years.
Decision to Hold "Roppongi Art Night 2026". All-Night Event Resumes After 3 Years, with Focus on France
"Roppongi Art Night 2026" will be held from October 31st to November 1st, resuming its all-night format after three years, and focusing on French art.
Alumna Yumi Tsunohira Wins Top Prize in the Sculpture Category at the 82nd Contemporary Art Exhibition
Kanazawa University alumna Yumi Tsunohira won the top prize in the sculpture category at the 82nd Contemporary Art Exhibition.
【2026 GW】30 Recommended Exhibitions in Tokyo! Monet, Wyeth, YBA, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Sunday Art Museum, and more
This article highlights 30 must-see art exhibitions across Tokyo for the 2026 Golden Week holiday, categorized by region and genre.
“SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026” to be held during Golden Week. Notable works focusing on community, body, history, and gender.
The SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026 will take place from April 25 to May 6, featuring diverse works under director Natsuki Ishigami.
【New Release Information】Books to Read This Month! From Wes Anderson to the History of Women in Design, and Amedeo Modigliani (April 2026 Edition)
This article introduces new art-related books releasing in April, including works on Wes Anderson, the history of women in design, and Amedeo Modigliani.
Directly connected to JR Takanawa Gateway Station! A new cultural hub, "MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives," has opened.
The new cultural hub "MoN Takanawa" has opened at JR Takanawa Gateway Station, featuring diverse exhibition spaces, theaters, and dining facilities.
5 Exhibitions to See in Kansai Now (Osaka, Kyoto, Hyogo): Anti-Action, Ancient Egypt, Natsuyuki Nakanishi Exhibition, and More
This article highlights must-see art exhibitions in the Kansai region this April, featuring the debut Japanese exhibition of Martin Margiela.
Yutaka Tsukada | Adrian Daup's "Panic of 'Cancel Culture': A Discourse Space That Creates Panic" (Part 2)
This article reviews Adrian Daup's book, analyzing the panic caused by 'cancel culture' and the underlying discourse space.
Yu Tsukada | Adrian Daup “Panic of ‘Cancel Culture’ – A Discourse Space That Creates Panic” (Part 1)
This article introduces Adrian Daup's book, “Panic of ‘Cancel Culture’,” analyzing the origins of cancel culture and its discourse within American society.
The Horizon of Coexistence Questioned by Baro d'evel: The Notable Work 'Qui som?' to Have Its Japanese Premiere at 'SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026'
The 'SHIZUOKA Performing Arts Festival 2026' will feature the Japanese premiere of Baro d'evel's acclaimed production 'Qui som?', blending contemporary circus and ceramics.
The permanent exhibition 'Computers and Nature, The Nature of Computers' at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan) was renewed on April 1st, supervised by Yoichi Ochiai.
Miraikan's permanent exhibition, supervised by Yoichi Ochiai, has been renewed to feature new installations using generative AI and glasses-free 3D technology.
【Interview】The World's Largest Collection of Hokusai Manga: An Interview with Mitsuru Uragami, an Art Dealer and Ukiyo-e Collector ② – “My Main Business is ‘Ceramics,’ Ukiyo-e is Basic, and I Don’t Do Business with It”
Art dealer Mitsuru Uragami states his primary business is antique ceramics, with ukiyo-e collecting and sales being a hobby.
Professor Riko Imamashi (Department of Japanese Culture) Published the 4th installment (July 10th Evening Edition) of her series “Transcending Beauty,” an exhibition review in the Mainichi Shimbun. | Faculty of International Cultural Communication | Jogakkan University
Professor Riko Imamashi of Jogakkan University contributed an art review on the exhibition of artist Ryuusuke Fukahori to the Mainichi Shimbun.
Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Bang & Olufsen: "Beautiful Sound and Design - 100 Years of Beautiful Sound and Design Woven by Bang & Olufsen" Held at Omotesando Hills
An exhibition commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Danish audio brand Bang & Olufsen is being held at Omotesando Hills.
Professor Riko Imahashi (Department of Japanese Culture) has published the second installment of her art exhibition review series, "Crossing Borders of Beauty" (May 8 evening edition), in the Mainichi Shimbun. | Faculty of International Research and Education | Gakushuin University
Professor Riko Imahashi of Gakushuin University reviews exhibitions related to Tsutaya Juzaburo in her latest Mainichi Shimbun column.
Professor Riko Imamashi (Department of Japanese Culture) Published the 8th installment of the Art Exhibition Review Series "Transcending Beauty" in the Mainichi Shimbun.
Professor Riko Imamashi published a review of the Yuzuki Samiro exhibition in the Mainichi Shimbun, highlighting his life and work.
22 Art Exhibitions and Shows Across Japan Closing on April 5th: The Tale of Ise, Menglang Lu, Ghost in the Shell, Myoshin-ji Temple, and More
This article introduces 22 art exhibitions and shows across Japan closing on April 5th, including exhibits on The Tale of Ise, Menglang Lu, and Ghost in the Shell.
The 9th Yokohama Triennale reveals part of its concept: Curating across 'Sea, Mythology, and Infrastructure'
Artistic directors of the 9th Yokohama Triennale shared a sneak preview of their vision, focusing on the sea, mythology, and infrastructure.
NHK April Art and Fine Arts Programs! "Bi no Tsubo 20th Anniversary," "Master Western Art in 3 Months," and More - NHK
NHK will broadcast various art-themed programs in April, including the 20th-anniversary special of "Bi no Tsubo" and "Master Western Art in 3 Months."
30 Recommended Exhibitions Starting in April: Martin Margiela, Hanae Mori, KYOTOGRAPHIE, and More [2026 Edition]
This guide highlights 30 recommended art exhibitions opening across Japan in April 2026.
Daniel Takeda decodes the movie 'Wicked': The reality reflected by fantasy and what 'For Good' teaches us
Writer Daniel Takeda explores the social significance of the film 'Wicked' and its core theme of transformation through human connection.
[Kyoto] Hana Sawada Solo Exhibition: "Feet That Look Away Diligently"
Kyoto Art Center hosts Hana Sawada's solo exhibition "Feet That Look Away Diligently," featuring new video works exploring overlooked everyday elements.
Best 25 Exhibitions to See in April | Image Gallery 3 / 26
This gallery highlights diverse artworks from notable exhibitions held in April, including pieces by Ron Mueck and Kawanabe Kyosai.
Promoting Mid-Career Japanese Artists to the World: The Establishment of the New "Mori Art Award"
The Mori Contemporary Art Foundation has established the "Mori Art Award" to support and promote mid-career Japanese contemporary artists on the global stage.
Top 25 Exhibitions to See in April | Image Gallery 1 / 26
This image gallery showcases 25 must-see exhibitions opening in April.
The 25 Best Exhibitions to See in April
This article highlights notable art exhibitions opening in April, including works by Hokusai, Nobuya Hitsuda, and historical displays of Kumamoto Castle.
Maison Martin Margiela Exhibition to Showcase 20 Years of "Artisanal" Collections in Daikanyama, Tokyo in April
An exhibition of Maison Martin Margiela’s “Artisanal” collections will be held in Daikanyama, Tokyo in April, featuring 20 years of work.
Megumi Takashima | Rio Hashimoto '1/X'
Rio Hashimoto explores the boundaries between craft and contemporary art in her exhibition '1/X', utilizing lacquer techniques and physical pain.
Kazuki Mori | Diving into 'Design Culture' as a Totality of Intertwined Practices
This article explores 'design culture' as a framework to understand design not as an individual act, but as a totality of social practices.
Five Next-Generation Artists Selected for "THE TOYOTA TSUSHO CFAO African Art Award"
The first winners of "THE TOYOTA TSUSHO CFAO African Art Award," a joint initiative by Toyota Tsusho and CFAO, have been announced, recognizing five young African artists.
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Fukuoka Intensifies Art Strategy: New Art Museum, Expansion of Asia Art Museum, and Establishment of Arts Council

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2027 TOKAS Residency Program Application for Participating Creators

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Iwakura Kazuki | Opening the Museum / Artists and Opening -- The Aftermath of Yokohama Museum of Art's Renovation and Collaboration with Artists

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A Comprehensive Retrospective Exhibition on the Entire History of the Kano School 'Special Exhibition 'Great Kano School' to be Held in 2027 at the Kyoto National Museum

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"Mamoru Hosoda's Origins/Exhibition" Held at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO. Tracing Hosoda's Creative Trajectory from Student Days to Latest Works

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Updating the Osaka-Kansai Expo's Signature Pavilion. Ishiguro Hiroshi's 'Life Future+' to be held at MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives

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Ettore Sottsass — When Magic Begins, Design is Born @ Artizon Museum

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Representative Works of Dan Flavin Gather. David Zwirner Hong Kong Solo Exhibition 'Grids' is Ongoing

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The Expression Field Survey Team Holds a Press Conference to Review 5 Years of Activities Alongside Latest Survey Results

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Over 100 participating artists at the 61st Venice Biennale demand exclusion from the 'Visitor's Lion' award selection again, hinting at legal action.

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Sachiko Kazama Interview: Responding to the World from a Place of Resistance Against Rationalism [WHY ART]

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A Critical Issue for Democratic Society: Architect Ishagi Junya Discusses the Cancellation of the Tokushima Hall Plan Exhibition and 'Opportunity for Citizens to Know'

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A Guide to Understanding the Future Art World. 'Geijutsu Techo' July 2026 Issue Features 'Encyclopedia of 21st Century Contemporary Art'

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From Damien Hirst to Julian Opie: Reporting on the Tate Museum - YBA & BEYOND British Art of the 90s that Changed the World (Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art)

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Burberry Launches Young Japan-based Artists Program 'YJA' to Showcase Works by Kenryou Gu and Yoko Daihara

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Shimazaki Kentaro | Shimojo Reisa × SPAC New Work 'Let's Resist the Environment, Resist Death. That's to Resist Life' (SHIZUOKA Seikai Theater Festival 2026③)

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Takashima Sachi | Anti-Action: Their Responses and Challenges (Part 1)

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KAC Partnership Program 2026 yaru "USAGE of UTAGE"

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Tokyo National Museum to Renovate 3 In-House Restaurants. Opening Successively from This Summer to Autumn

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YOSHIROTTEN's Largest-Scale Solo Exhibition "YOSHIROTTEN Exhibition Communication with the Beyond / BEYOND EARTH" to be Held at TOKYO NODE. JAXA Collaborates to Explore Communication with the Beyond

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The exhibition "Painted Venetian Glass ~Hakone Glass Forest Museum Collection~" recreating Da Vinci's "phantom glass" is held. Roudou Fuutei Randen provides audio guide

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COMICO ART MUSEUM YUFUIN Renovates Exhibitions, Featuring Lee Ufan Works in Permanent Display

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"Art Fair Nakanojo 2026" to be held. 37 artist groups participating, a place for purchasing works and exchange

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The Theme of 'Mori no Geijutsusai Hare no Kuni Okayama 2027' is 'Protopia—Forest Moving Forward'. Artist First Wave Announced: Mika Ninagawa, Leandro Erlich, and More

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Opening Report of 'Osaka Art & Design 2026'. A 28-day art and design immersion in Osaka City areas

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Matsubeya | Chihiro Ogawa 'Fading Portraits'

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【Tokyo】Tsubaki Noboru 'Freedom O Statue (Zoo) and Living' Exhibition Related Events

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Kyo Takemura's Largest-Scale Solo Exhibition 'Kyo Takemura: Moving World' to be Held at Mito Art Museum Contemporary Art Gallery

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Enjoying the Shapes of Postwar Art Tiles: Mosaic Tile Museum in Toki Marks 10th Anniversary

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Exhibition by Kaeda Seiji and Okada Yuko (Kasya no Mori Contemporary Art Museum) Report. Still Unfinished Paintings and a Place for Unheard Voices

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Sakurazaka International Art Exhibition

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Tsuchida Yu | Multiple Contexts Converging on 'Sexy Robots' — SORAYAMA Light, Transparency, Reflection — TOKYO — Part 2

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[Crowdfunding] Connecting the history of design. The first phase, investigation of the Nagai Keiji Collection, has started.

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First in Japan: Aichi Prefecture to Build a 'Joint Storage Facility' for Artworks in Tokoname City, Budgeting Over 16.5 Billion Yen in June Supplementary Budget

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[Fair] Hesomagari Art Channel: Enjoying Nagasawa Rosetsu and "Kawaii Japanese Art" through Hesokun's Selections | Ginza Tsutaya Books

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Sugie Ako | Lucio Castro 'Drunken Noodles'

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Edit Miscellany...54 -- Revisiting and Reconnecting with the Near Past