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Category: Arts & History

  • Leo Lionni and his Circle of Friends

    Leo Lionni and his Circle of Friends

    Tokyo’s Itabashi Art Museum is hosting a captivating exhibition that delves into the life and works of Leo Lionni (1910–1999), a multidisciplinary artist, designer, and children’s book author whose creations have enthralled audiences for over six decades. Best known for his iconic books like Swimmy and Little Blue and Little Yellow, Lionni’s artistic legacy spans…

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  • Junaida “World” Original Art Exhibition

    Junaida “World” Original Art Exhibition

    Celebrated illustrator junaida brings his acclaimed picture book Sekai (World) to life in an extraordinary exhibition. Running for a limited time, this unique showcase invites visitors to experience the magic of Sekai through a bold and innovative concept: just two original illustrations are on display. Why Only Two Pieces? While the 33-page Sekai is brimming…

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  • Monet: The Late Waterscapes

    Monet: The Late Waterscapes

    In 1890, the year he turned 50, the leading Impressionist painter Claude Monet (1840–1926) purchased an estate in the Norman hamlet of Giverny and made it his final home. A few years later, he created a “water garden” featuring a pond with water lilies. The pond proved to be the artist’s greatest source of inspiration,…

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  • 100 years of Phototypesetting

    100 years of Phototypesetting

    From movable type to digital fonts, the journey of typesetting is a fascinating story of technological innovation and cultural evolution. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the invention of phototypesetting, a groundbreaking advancement that forever changed the publishing, print, and design industries. An ongoing exhibition in Tokyo delves into this revolutionary technology, celebrating its…

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  • Appearance of “The Tale of Genji” Revival of the classics

    Appearance of “The Tale of Genji” Revival of the classics

    The world-renowned Japanese classic, The Tale of Genji, is being celebrated in a unique and immersive exhibition in Tokyo this winter. Running from September 25, 2024, to January 13, 2025, this event offers visitors an extraordinary opportunity to explore the cultural significance and enduring appeal of what is often considered the world’s first novel. Learn…

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  • Modern Japan Package Exhibition 2024

    Modern Japan Package Exhibition 2024

    Packaging—something we encounter daily—goes far beyond its practical purpose. It is a dynamic form of printed material deeply connected to societal trends and innovations. The 10th Modern Japan Package Exhibition 2024 invites visitors to explore this fascinating world through a showcase of award-winning designs from three of Japan’s premier packaging contests. Packaging as a Reflection…

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  • World Book Design 2023-24

    World Book Design 2023-24

    Book lovers and design enthusiasts, mark your calendars! From December 14, 2024, to March 23, 2025, Tokyo will host an extraordinary showcase of global book artistry at the World Book Design 2023-24 exhibition. Discover Award-Winning Designs from Around the Globe The exhibition features approximately 150 meticulously crafted books, showcasing winners of the prestigious “Best Book…

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  • Yoshitomo Nara (奈良美智) ‘Draws the Line’ at BLUM Tokyo

    Yoshitomo Nara (奈良美智) ‘Draws the Line’ at BLUM Tokyo

    Tokyo’s vibrant art scene welcomes the latest exhibition of acclaimed Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara (奈良美智), I Draw the Line, hosted at BLUM Tokyo’s Shibuya gallery. Running until January 11, 2025, the solo exhibition showcases a fresh suite of paintings and drawings that merge Nara’s iconic style with deeper environmental and socio-political narratives. A Return to…

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  • The Tokyo Art Book Fair 2024

    The Tokyo Art Book Fair 2024

    Tokyo’s vibrant cultural landscape is set to be invigorated this November with the 14th edition of the Tokyo Art Book Fair (TABF). As Asia’s largest art book fair, this much-anticipated event will unfold at the prestigious Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (MOT) from November 28 (Thursday) to December 1 (Sunday), 2024, offering an immersive celebration…

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