In 2025, the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum (TOP Museum) marks its 30th anniversary with a series of compelling exhibitions that delve into the evolution of photography and moving images. Among these, the standout is Luigi Ghirri: Infinite Landscapes, the first major museum exhibition in Asia dedicated to the renowned Italian photographer.

Luigi Ghirri: Infinite Landscapes

Running from July 3 to September 28, 2025, this exhibition offers an in-depth look at Luigi Ghirri’s (1943–1992) exploration of colour, light, and everyday scenes. Featuring approximately 130 works, it spans his early series like Kodachrome and Still Life, as well as photographs capturing European landscapes and the studios of artists such as Giorgio Morandi and architect Aldo Rossi. The exhibition also highlights the contributions of Ghirri’s wife, Paola Borgonzoni, a graphic designer who co-founded the publishing house Punto e Virgola with him.

Notably, the exhibition will screen the 2022 documentary Infinito with Japanese subtitles on August 24 and September 12, accompanied by post-screening talks featuring esteemed guests.

Exhibition Details:

• Dates: July 3 (Thursday) – September 28 (Sunday), 2025
• Location: Tokyo Photographic Art Museum, Yebisu Garden Place, 1-13-3 Mita, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
• Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Thursdays and Fridays until 8:00 PM)
• Closed: Every Monday (If Monday is a public holiday, the museum will be open and closed the next weekday)
• Admission Fees: Adults ¥800; Students ¥640; High School Students and Seniors (65+) ¥400
• Special Discounts: Free admission for junior high school students and younger, as well as holders of disability identification cards and their caregivers (up to two). On Thursdays and Fridays from August 14 to September 26, students and high school students receive free admission from 17:00 to 21:00; adults and seniors pay the group rate during these hours. Additionally, seniors (65+) enjoy free admission on the third Wednesday of each month.

Other Notable 30th Anniversary Exhibitions

TOP Collection: Continuity and Change
This exhibition, running from May 17 to September 7, 2025, showcases a curated selection from the museum’s collection, reflecting on the evolving nature of photography and film over the past three decades.

Takano Ryudai: Kasubaba – Living Through the Ordinary
From February 27 to June 8, 2025, photographer Takano Ryudai presents works that capture the nuances of everyday life, challenging viewers to find beauty in the mundane.

Yebisu International Festival for Art & Alternative Visions 2025
Held from January 31 to February 16, 2025, this festival celebrates alternative visual expressions through exhibitions, screenings, and performances, aligning with the museum’s anniversary theme.