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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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JUN Opens New Concept Store “V.A.” on Former Montoak Site in Omotesando
JUN Co., Ltd., the creative force behind some of Tokyo’s most iconic concept stores, is set to open a new venture, V.A. (Various Artists), on December 15, 2024. This cutting-edge concept store will occupy the former site of the legendary Montoak café in Omotesando, a space steeped in cultural history and innovation. The Legacy of…
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Ami Paris Holds Pop-up Store and Café “Le Café Ami”
Tokyo welcomes a slice of Paris with the launch of Ami Paris’ first-ever café in Japan, “Le Café Ami”, alongside a unique pop-up store. Located in the heart of Omotesando, the dual-concept space promises an immersive experience blending French elegance and contemporary fashion. Both the café and store will operate until December 25, 2024, offering…
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Furugi Festival 2024
If you’re a fashion lover, particularly passionate about vintage clothing, mark your calendars for December 15, 2024, when the Furugi Festival will return to Tokyo Big Sight. This iconic event, one of Japan’s largest and most exciting vintage fashion festivals, promises a day full of unique shopping, fashion inspiration, and fun activities. What is the…
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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
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
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
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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Best Things to Do in Tokyo – January 2025
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…
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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…