Report on the Opening of "TENNOZ ART WEEK 2026": Art Fairs and Open Studios — What are the Goals of the Diverse Programs?
A report on the opening of the roaming art event "TENNOZ ART WEEK 2026" in Tokyo's Tennoz area.Summary
The roaming art event "TENNOZ ART WEEK 2026" has opened in Tokyo's Tennoz area, running until September 13th. The main programs include the art fair "Tennoz Contemporary" held at TERRADA ART COMPLEX and an open studio event at the normally private "TERRADA ART STUDIO TENNOZ." The art fair features 38 galleries, uniquely using existing gallery spaces instead of temporary booths, and offers a rare chance to view works from galleries based outside Tokyo. However, challenges remain with visitor flow, such as potential waiting times for elevators during peak periods. The open studio allows 8 resident artists to open their creative spaces to the public, enabling dialogues and views of works in progress. This studio is operated by TERRADA and is the first in Tokyo, following one opened in Kyoto in 2025. As a related project, a special exhibition curated by Tsubaki Noboru is being held at WHAT CAFE. Furthermore, the event collaborates with the international art fair "Tokyo Gendai" at Pacifico Yokohama, with a free shuttle bus connecting the two venues. The synergy between these two major art events, drawing numerous domestic and international art professionals, is a key point of interest.
(Source：美術手帖)