International Art Exhibition "TOKYO ATLAS" to be Held in Tokyo's Rinkai Area Starting October 2026 - Design Information Site [JDN]
Summary
The international art exhibition "TOKYO ATLAS," organized by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo International Art Festival Executive Committee, will run for 72 days from October 10 to December 20, 2026. The venues will span six locations in the Rinkai area, including Odaiba Park, Odaiba Seaside Park, Aomi North Wharf Park, Telecom Center Building, WHAT MUSEUM, and Isle Shinagawa. This exhibition aims to broadcast Tokyo's art scene globally and make art accessible to many people, serving as the central program for the metropolitan government's autumn/winter international cultural and arts festival. It will feature exhibitions by leading international artists, alongside a special exhibition of domestic and international young artists supported by Tokyo at WHAT MUSEUM. The name "TOKYO ATLAS" derives from Atlas, the mythological figure supporting the world, and the term for a map book, signifying the goal of creating a platform where art acts as a catalyst for cross-sectoral exchange, fostering diverse values and awareness of social issues.
(Source:japandesign.ne.jp)