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	Playing with shapes and perceptions: Interview with Yutaka Watanabe May. 20, 2013 [Interview] Watanabe is a young painter plays with that human being's perception. Many colorful shapes are floating in his painting. One shape looks like a bird when another looks like an umbrella. He told us that what you will find depends on your own experience.

	Kohei Nawa talked about his studio managent Apr. 21, 2013 [Interview] Artist talk titled "Artist studios today" by Kohei Nawa, Yusuke Komuta and Naoki Tomita was held at G-Tokyo. As we may imagine as a typical artist who works lonely in a studio, their styles are not like that. Nawa's studio works as a team to solve problems and respect each abilities to overcome any difficulties. Other two young painters have opened a new space last year and looking for their new way as a creation space.

Kohei Nawa talked about his studio managent: Apr. 21, 2013; [Interview]; Artist talk titled "Artist studios today" by Kohei Nawa, Yusuke Komuta and Naoki Tomita was held at G-Tokyo. As we may imagine as a typical artist who works lonely in a studio, their styles are not like that. Nawa's studio works as a team to solve problems and respect each abilities to overcome any difficulties. Other two young painters have opened a new space last year and looking for their new way as a creation space.

	Ultimate paper expression :Interview with Yuko Someya Apr. 20, 2013 [Interview] At a first glance, it is hard to tell how Yuko Someya's work was created. It may look like a painting but actually a collage of papers cut out or torn. Her work stands out not only for its dynamic structure, but for its details such as hand written patterns and textures of paper. She talked about connections or relations which have been changed since internet came to our life.

Ultimate paper expression :Interview with Yuko Someya: Apr. 20, 2013; [Interview]; At a first glance, it is hard to tell how Yuko Someya's work was created. It may look like a painting but actually a collage of papers cut out or torn. Her work stands out not only for its dynamic structure, but for its details such as hand written patterns and textures of paper. She talked about connections or relations which have been changed since internet came to our life.

	Bringing the power of nature into ceramic: Interview with Takuro Kuwata Apr. 07, 2013 [Interview] Takuro Kuwata is a young artist who works in ceramics. He has developed his own style originally starting from traditional techniques. During the interview, he shared his ideas behind joyful colors, forms and materials which distinguish him from traditional ceramic art. His works are powerful and happy. He respects and enjoys the power of nature by bringing its characters directly into his work.

Bringing the power of nature into ceramic: Interview with Takuro Kuwata: Apr. 07, 2013; [Interview]; Takuro Kuwata is a young artist who works in ceramics. He has developed his own style originally starting from traditional techniques. During the interview, he shared his ideas behind joyful colors, forms and materials which distinguish him from traditional ceramic art. His works are powerful and happy. He respects and enjoys the power of nature by bringing its characters directly into his work.

	A place to notice your hidden character : Interview with Kyoko Nagashima at exhibition “THERE” Mar. 21, 2013 [Interview] While interviewing Nagashima, one question repeatedly came up in my mind. "Do I really understand my own character?" She told me about her interest toward the subconscious part of human beings. Her work provides a place for viewers to think about who they are.

	Interview with Tomoko Fukushi, “Boarding” at Yamamoto Gendai Mar. 19, 2013 [Interview] Tomoko Fukushi's works are drawn on a white board with a black parmanent marker. "Why drawing on a white board?" may be one of the questions the viewers ask themselves. This question is a good point to start a journey through the life of an artist who tried to find her own expression.

	Interview with Makiko Kudo at her solo exhibition in Tomio Koyama gallery Mar. 08, 2013 [Interview] Makiko Kudo's painting recalls your memory and opens your inner sense. Kudo has a very sensitive perception to discern what she likes and what she cares from her surroundings. She depicts what she felt carefully but dynamically on a canvas. Through the interview, you will know how many of her memories are hidden in one painting. And that must be the reason why her paintings stimulate your inner sense.

Interview with Makiko Kudo at her solo exhibition in Tomio Koyama gallery: Mar. 08, 2013; [Interview]; Makiko Kudo's painting recalls your memory and opens your inner sense. Kudo has a very sensitive perception to discern what she likes and what she cares from her surroundings. She depicts what she felt carefully but dynamically on a canvas. Through the interview, you will know how many of her memories are hidden in one painting. And that must be the reason why her paintings stimulate your inner sense.

	Interview with Koyama, gallerist of Tomio Koyama Gallery Mar. 07, 2013 [Interview] Opened his own gallery in 1996, Tomio Koyama has been one of the most important gallerists, especially known as bringing Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara to the world wide audience. Through the interview, he told us the importance of doing what others are not and having your own way of thinking.

	Interview with Sakae Ozawa, "Empty forest" at Mori Yu Gallery Feb. 22, 2013 [Interview] Girls with flowing hair, blossoming flowers in pink and purple, green and cream polka dot dresses, birds and lions inhabit Sakae Ozawa's paintings. The colorful, fantastic themes in her paintings overwhelm you and strike you as overly girly-girly at first. But getting to know the artist, you realize that her paintings are anything but saccharine fairytales.

Interview with Sakae Ozawa, "Empty forest" at Mori Yu Gallery: Feb. 22, 2013; [Interview]; Girls with flowing hair, blossoming flowers in pink and purple, green and cream polka dot dresses, birds and lions inhabit Sakae Ozawa's paintings. The colorful, fantastic themes in her paintings overwhelm you and strike you as overly girly-girly at first. But getting to know the artist, you realize that her paintings are anything but saccharine fairytales.

	Interview with Kyotarou Hakamata, “People in a Skit” at MA2 gallery Feb. 13, 2013 [Interview] Kyotaro Hakamata is an artist known for his colorful striped sculptures. His work stimulates our imagination. In this interview, he told us that his creation is based on the tolerance of uncertainty. Don't let your imagination limit your creativity.

	Kyohei Sakaguchi “Practice for a revolution” at Watarium museum Feb. 03, 2013 [Exhibition] Kyohei Sakaguchi is a young provocative artist proclaimed that he will be a president of a "new government" which he formed by himself. He explains it as a performance art based on his pure and fundamental questions such as "Why do human beings need money to live?" or "Why lands are owned by people?" You may have a practical answer but let's rethink through Sakaguchi's exhibition with blank slate of a mind.

Kyohei Sakaguchi “Practice for a revolution” at Watarium museum: Feb. 03, 2013; [Exhibition]; Kyohei Sakaguchi is a young provocative artist proclaimed that he will be a president of a "new government" which he formed by himself. He explains it as a performance art based on his pure and fundamental questions such as "Why do human beings need money to live?" or "Why lands are owned by people?" You may have a practical answer but let's rethink through Sakaguchi's exhibition with blank slate of a mind.

	Yoko Ono “WATER SOURCE”at Gallery 360 degrees, revived the prism light house. Jan. 23, 2013 [Exhibition] Yoko Ono's exhibition "WATER SOURCE" held at Gallery 360 degrees in Tokyo. The first section features two walls with participatory works called "TIME TO TELL YOUR LOVE" and "MY MOMMY　IS　BEAUTIFUL". In the second section, sparkling prisms titled "LIGHT HOUSE" were floating in the dark, which is the second time to be installed since 1966, London.

Yoko Ono “WATER SOURCE”at Gallery 360 degrees, revived the prism light house.: Jan. 23, 2013; [Exhibition]; Yoko Ono's exhibition "WATER SOURCE" held at Gallery 360 degrees in Tokyo. The first section features two walls with participatory works called "TIME TO TELL YOUR LOVE" and "MY MOMMY　IS　BEAUTIFUL". In the second section, sparkling prisms titled "LIGHT HOUSE" were floating in the dark, which is the second time to be installed since 1966, London.

	New Arrival: Naoko Sekine, depth created by a pencil and your awareness Jan. 17, 2013 [Announcement] Sekine only uses pencils -- and a stylus at times-- to create her work. What a simple medium! But her expression is broad and far from what I could have imagined as a work created by a pencil.

	Miwa Yanagi Holds Workshops to Foster Elevator Girls Dec. 23, 2012 [Exhibition] Miwa Yanagi, internationally renowned photographer and video artist, is currently directing the "Railroad Art Festival Vol.2 - Theater of Station" in Osaka. It is a unique annual art festival focusing on "railroad and its culture".

	"Her name is Abstra" at Daido warehouse, Kyoto Dec. 14, 2012 [Exhibition] 12 artists group exhibition under the theme of "abstract art" is now open at an old warehouse in Kyoto downtown. The exhibition is independently run by the artists themselves to raise a question to us of what the abstract art means today.

	Interview with Yuichi Mori, gallerist of Mori Yu Gallery Dec. 05, 2012 [Interview] Mr. Mori is a tall, gentle-mannered gallerist with a discerning eye. He defines fine art as objects that appear between artists and physical objects or sceneries. The artists he represents are dynamic but some what humorous at the same time. We asked how him developed his perception towards art.

	Interview with Naoko Sekine, "go for a walk at twilight" at MA2 Gallery Dec. 04, 2012 [Interview] After viewing the details of her drawings up close, one shouldn't be surprised by Naoko Sekine's large hands and elegantly long fingers, despite her petite stature. Using only pencils--and a stylus at times--she fills up large canvases with both powerful fish scale-like imprints and soft puffs of graphite clouds.

Interview with Naoko Sekine, "go for a walk at twilight" at MA2 Gallery: Dec. 04, 2012; [Interview]; After viewing the details of her drawings up close, one shouldn't be surprised by Naoko Sekine's large hands and elegantly long fingers, despite her petite stature. Using only pencils--and a stylus at times--she fills up large canvases with both powerful fish scale-like imprints and soft puffs of graphite clouds.

	Japanese galleries opened branches at Gillman Barracks, Singapore Nov. 30, 2012 [Exhibition] Formerly a military barracks built and used by the colonial English, Gillman Barracks opened on September 14, 2012, after a $10-million refurbishment to convert the location into a cultural attraction. Gillman Barracks was jointly developed by several government agencies and is meant to strengthen Singapore's position in the international arts scene as an Asian arts hub.

Japanese galleries opened branches at Gillman Barracks, Singapore: Nov. 30, 2012; [Exhibition]; Formerly a military barracks built and used by the colonial English, Gillman Barracks opened on September 14, 2012, after a $10-million refurbishment to convert the location into a cultural attraction. Gillman Barracks was jointly developed by several government agencies and is meant to strengthen Singapore's position in the international arts scene as an Asian arts hub.

	New Arrival: Hiroshi Fuji, Collecting tons of toys showed the power of continuity Nov. 09, 2012 [Announcement] we brought 4 new works by Hiroshi Fujii to Azito collectors. Looking at each birds carefully, you will notice that they are made of toys such as swords, propeller, caps and airplanes. These toys were given by kids and we would like to share the story behind it.

	Hiroshi Fuji “Where have all these toys come from?” at 3331 Arts Chiyoda Oct. 30, 2012 [Exhibition] Enormous number of toys were brought to created this view. They don't look like toys anymore but like color palette. It was his solo show focusing on his long time project "Kaekko (= exchanging)" and how these toys could get together. When you continue anything for a quite long period, it will become an enormous power. He has proven that fact.

Hiroshi Fuji “Where have all these toys come from?” at 3331 Arts Chiyoda: Oct. 30, 2012; [Exhibition]; Enormous number of toys were brought to created this view. They don't look like toys anymore but like color palette. It was his solo show focusing on his long time project "Kaekko (= exchanging)" and how these toys could get together. When you continue anything for a quite long period, it will become an enormous power. He has proven that fact.

	“The Echo–Although I am still alive”, 17 young Japanese artists gathered in Berlin Oct. 23, 2012 [Exhibition] "The Echo - Although I am still alive" showed the work of 17 young Japanese artists from whom 10 are currently living in the capital of Germany and through them the variety of languages, styles and approaches contemporary Japanes Art has to offer.

	Interview with Tatzu Nishi, "Nakanoshima Hotel" at Osaka Canvas Project Oct. 19, 2012 [Interview] Now in its third year, Osaka Canvas Project is the most up-and-coming outdoor art festival in Japan. Using a wide range of outdoor sites and several indoor spaces across Osaka prefecture, it aims to enhance the attractiveness of the region drawn by the artworks.

	New Arrival: Yoko Ono's work born from her own experience Oct. 12, 2012 [Announcement] Sorry for the long absence of new works, but from now we will regularly upload new works! And this time, we are proud to introduce you two works by Yoko Ono, which represent her life.

	Interview with Sugaya, galleriest of Gallery 360 degrees Oct. 09, 2012 [Interview] We had the chance to talk to Sugaya, the owner of Gallery 360 Degrees, one of Tokyo's oldest contemporary art galleries, about their impressive artist lineup and life changing encounters with artists that they have seen through the past few decades.

	Interview with Sophie Cavaliero, author of "Nouvelle Garde" dedicated to new generation in Japanese art Sep. 27, 2012 [Interview] This is a book about the new generation in Japanese contemporary art after Takashi Murakami, including many artwork images all in color. I interviewed her over skype asking why she started to work on this book and how things went during the process.

	Interview with Nanzuka, Gallerist of NANZUKA Sep. 22, 2012 [Interview] NANAZUKA is a gallery found in 2005, introducing artists with novel expression. Some are renown illustrator and fashion designer whom we might have missed to appreciate as an artist. Nanazuka introduces them to place them into the art history...

	Yoko Ono's TO THE LIGHT at the Serpentine Gallery in London Sep. 16, 2012 [Exhibition] It's no wonder why the Serpentine Gallery was chosen for this exhibition. As you make your way off the busy, crowded metro and into the relaxing calm of Kensington Park you can already begin to feel your mind letting go of appointments, anxieties, deadlines, and other social pressures.

	Interview with Yuko Yamamoto, galleriest of Yamamoto Gendai Sep. 04, 2012 [Interview] We have interviewed Yamamoto about the artists, Fukaya and Yanobe before. But this time, we asked her about how she started her gallery and what she cares for choosing artists to represent.

	Tatsuo Miyajima "House Lives with Time" at Han Family's House in Gahoe-dong, Seoul Jul. 07, 2012 [Exhibition] This time artist Tatsuo Miyajima joined efforts with hanbok- Korean traditional dress designer Kim Young-seok to open joint exhibition in an old Korean house situated in Gahoe-dong- historic district in Seoul ,full of traditional architecture...

	"Beat Takeshi Kitano, Gosse de peintre" at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery Jul. 03, 2012 [Exhibition] This event originally opened at Foundation Cartier pour l'art in Paris 2 years ago. It was a big hit and extended its period by 6 months.

	Kenji Yanobe "Until Sun Child Rises" at the Gallery of Ibaraki Jun. 18, 2012 [Exhibition] On 11th March 2012, 6.2 meter (20.4 feet) tall FTP statue was unveiled in the central island of the rotary in front of Hankyu Minami Ibaraki station (Ibaraki city, Osaka). The day marked exact one year since the Great Eastern Japan Earthquake

	"Hiroshi Sugimoto: From naked to clothed" at Hara Museum of Contemporary Art Jun. 13, 2012 [Exhibition] What's wonderful about this exhibit by one of Japan's most popular contemporary artists at a smaller venue like the Hara Museum of Contemporary Art is its intimacy...

	Interview with the organizer of Art Kyoto, Keigo Ishibashi Jun. 12, 2012 [Interview] We interviewed Mr. Ishibashi who organized this fair and runs a commercial gallery by himself about why he started the fair and how he sees the art industry in Japan...

	"Turning Around" at WATARI-UM, The Watari Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo May. 21, 2012 [Exhibition] Japanese controversial artist collective, Chim↑Pom called out socially rebellious artists and is now holding an exhibition. The artists are all challenging social problems that seem too complicated or unsolvable...

	Interview with the executive director of Art Fair Tokyo, Takahiro Kaneshima May. 16, 2012 [Interview] Mr. Kanashima talked with us about the new movement in the Japanese art market and the new attempts they did for this art fair...

	"Shuffle II" at Art Fair Tokyo Apr. 24, 2012 [Exhibition] When you contemplate Japanese art, what do you see? The comical characters of Murakami and Nara? The dots of Kusama? Or the temples and sculptures in Kyoto? All of the above assumptions are true, but each is still insufficient to cover the full scope of the "Japanese art".

	"Humor, parodie & vidéos" at Maison de la Culture du Japon à Paris Apr. 17, 2012 [Exhibition] The Japan Cultural Institute in Paris celebrates the 15th year of activity in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower with a program entirely devoted to Japanese humor...

	"Double Vision" at Moscow museum of modern art Apr. 14, 2012 [Exhibition] The Moscow Museum of Modern Art intends to give an overview of contemporary Japanese Artwork with a capacious exhibition dedicated solely to Japanese Art from the last 40 years...

	A Walk-thru Manual for Art Fair Tokyo: Tour guide led by "Office working Collector" Daisuke Miyatsu Apr. 06, 2012 [Exhibition] Appreciating and experiencing works of art have become more and more accessible. Museums and galleries, that exhibit the works of artists from various nations in intervals...

	Photo report: Art Fair Tokyo Apr. 06, 2012 [Exhibition] Art Fair Tokyo which is the largest art fair in Japan, recorded over 53,000 visitors which was the highest number ever. 143 exhibitors were not only from Japan but from other Asian countries...

	Photo report: Roppongi Art Night 2012, an all-night art event that covers over an entire town Apr. 02, 2012 [Exhibition] One of the biggest Japanese art festivals came back with Yayoi Kusama!  Roppongi Art Night is an all-night art event whose stage is set in the entire Roppongi area, a famous Japanese town for both night owls and art lovers.

	Photo report: VOCA at Ueno Royal Museum Mar. 31, 2012 [Exhibition] If you are interested in new talent, VOCA is one of the exhibition not to miss in Japan. It is organized by Japanese curators and critics, each of them push in one artist...

	New Arrival: Kazuhito Tanaka composes a view Mar. 22, 2012 [Announcement] When I first saw Tanaka's "blocks" series artworks, it looked like a hallucination. Hallucination of colorful buildings appeared in a white desert. As you may have noticed,...

	Photo report: G-Tokyo 2012 at Mori Arts Center Gallery Mar. 12, 2012 [Exhibition] There is nothing better than a day spent on art-spotting on a gloomy Saturday morning. Emphasizing the fact that this day was the day of my initiation as a writer...

	Interview with the organizer of TOKYO FRONTLINE, Shigeo Goto Mar. 10, 2012 [Interview] We were lucky to have an opportunity to listen to TOKYO FRONTLINE's organizer, Goto's thought about Japanese art fair and Japanese contemporary art world. TOKYO FRONTLINE's interesting and novel ideas seems to stem from his different origin from the art world.

	Photo Report: TOKYO FRONTLINE, a new concept art fair #2 at 3331 Arts Chiyoda Mar. 10, 2012 [Exhibition] TOKYO FRONTLINE is a new art fair which focuses on young Japanese artists with future potential. Started last year, second edition of this art fair tries aggressive promotion of artists by developing art goods, collaborating with companies or making a TV show which introducing young artists.

Photo Report: TOKYO FRONTLINE, a new concept art fair #2 at 3331 Arts Chiyoda: Mar. 10, 2012; [Exhibition]; TOKYO FRONTLINE is a new art fair which focuses on young Japanese artists with future potential. Started last year, second edition of this art fair tries aggressive promotion of artists by developing art goods, collaborating with companies or making a TV show which introducing young artists.

	Nobuya Hoki at Taka Ishii Gallery Kyoto Mar. 01, 2012 [Exhibition] Nobuya Hoki has just finished his solo exhibition at Taka Ishii Gallery Kyoto. He is a Kyoto-based artist who is developing a unique and experimental approach to painting. The exhibition was showcasing a new body of work which represents the distinctive characteristics of his drawing style.

	Reika Nakayama "Sleeping Diary - to Paradise -" at Mori Yu Gallery Kyoto Feb. 22, 2012 [Exhibition] Reika Nakayama, the first prize winner of 2011 VOCA award whose aim is to discover new and emerging talent in the country, is now holding her solo exhibition "Sleeping diary - to paradise -" at Mori Yu Gallery in Kyoto.

	"DOMANI, The Art of Tomorrow Exhibition" at The National Art Center, Tokyo Feb. 16, 2012 [Exhibition] The DOMANI exhibition has been held 13 times, and this year marks its 14th anniversary. This annual exhibition is functioning as an opportunity for those artists who study abroad on the Overseas Study Program for Artists to present their study results. This time, eight artists are featured, who recently went abroad on this program and have not yet exhibited their works at the DOMANI exhibition.

"DOMANI, The Art of Tomorrow Exhibition" at The National Art Center, Tokyo: Feb. 16, 2012; [Exhibition]; The DOMANI exhibition has been held 13 times, and this year marks its 14th anniversary. This annual exhibition is functioning as an opportunity for those artists who study abroad on the Overseas Study Program for Artists to present their study results. This time, eight artists are featured, who recently went abroad on this program and have not yet exhibited their works at the DOMANI exhibition.

	"Fuyuko MATSUI: Becoming Friends with All the Children in the World" at Yokohama Museum of Art Feb. 11, 2012 [Exhibition] Posters of a hauntingly beautiful nihon-ga (Japanese-style painting) depicting a young girl who seems to be searching for something in a dense forest of wisteria while turning her back on an empty cradle appear all over the City of Yokohama and in trains on the Tokyu Toyoko line.

"Fuyuko MATSUI: Becoming Friends with All the Children in the World" at Yokohama Museum of Art: Feb. 11, 2012; [Exhibition]; Posters of a hauntingly beautiful nihon-ga (Japanese-style painting) depicting a young girl who seems to be searching for something in a dense forest of wisteria while turning her back on an empty cradle appear all over the City of Yokohama and in trains on the Tokyu Toyoko line.

	Photo Report: Japanese galleries in Art Stage Singapore 2012 Feb. 05, 2012 [Exhibition] We Are Asia', roared the ad campaign for the second edition of Art Stage Singapore, and Japan was not short on representatives at the island nation's second attempt to establish itself as a vital destination in the Asian art scene.

Yayoi Kusama "Eternity of Eternal Eternity" at The National Museum of Art, Osaka: Feb. 04, 2012; [Exhibition]; Her largest-scale retrospective soon open at Tate Modern, the show was recently running at Centre Pompidou, Paris and is traveling to Whitney Museum of American Art in New York. Kusama Yayoi's solo exhibition "Eternity of Eternal Eternity" has begun at the National Museum of Art, Osaka in Japan.

	"elan photographic" at Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography Jan. 26, 2012 [Exhibition] Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of photography was showing artworks by 5 emerging artists. Although they are all using photograph as a medium, their expressions were beyond our imagination and captured my eyes with excitement.

	New Arrival: Tomokazu Matsuyama put traditional Asian imagery into new expression Jan. 23, 2012 [Announcement] After talking with Matsuyama and thinking of the feature of his work, one quote by Steve Jobs came up to my mind.

	Hiroshi Sugito "Paintings and Sketches" at JCC in Singapore Jan. 19, 2012 [Exhibition] While Cool Japan and Takashi Murakami's Superflat series have led the charge the world over, blazing the trail for Japanese art on an international platform , another artist has been making inroads into the art scene with less fanfare.

"Kenji Yanobe : Sun Child, Taro's Children" at Taro Okamoto Memorial Museum: Jan. 14, 2012; [Exhibition]; 2011 is the 100th anniversary of Taro Okamoto's birth, who gave Yanobe great influence on his life as an artist. In celebration of Okamoto's centenary, several exhibitions have been held this year. The last one is this "Kenji Yanobe: Sun Child, Child of Taro". Colliding with Okamoto's work, Yanobe presents a novel and exciting view before our eyes.

	Yoko Ono "I want you to remember me" at Gallery 360 degree Dec. 26, 2011 [Exhibition] This picture was taken during the WWII in front of a shrine. The family originally lived in Hiroshima prefecture where the atomic bomb was dropped in 1945.

	Keiichi Tanaami "Dividing Bridge" and "Lost and Wandering Bridge Series" Dec. 22, 2011 [Exhibition] Exhibitions titled "Dividing Bridge" and "Lost and Wandering Bridge", both by Keiichi Tanaami were held at gallery NANZUKA...

"Nishino Travelers - What's our destination?" at Art Area B1, Nakanoshima Banks CENTER-A & Antenna Media: Dec. 19, 2011; [Exhibition]; German-based Japanese artist Tatzu Nishi holds his debut exhibition in Kansai region. The show is a part of the art festival which is addressing the theme of "Railway and Travel" and featuring exhibitions, talk and performance events at multi-venues on Keihan railway line.

	"Ways of Worldmaking" at The National Museum of Art, Osaka Dec. 09, 2011 [Exhibition] The National Museum of Art, Osaka is currently presenting an exhibition "Ways of Worldmaking" which showcases recent works by emerging nine artists and groups.

	Toshio Shibata "concrete abstraction" Dec. 06, 2011 [Exhibition] Over 50 color photographs which has been taken since 2009 were displayed in the gallery.

	Yurie Nagashima "What I was supposed to see and what I saw" Nov. 29, 2011 [Exhibition] Yurie Nagachima's exhibition "What I was supposed to see and what I saw" was held in Tokyo.

	New Arrival: "Lost and Wandering Bridge" by Keiichi Tanaami Nov. 19, 2011 [Announcement] When I visited Tanaami's exhibition in the end of October, these vivid colors jumped into my eyes standing out from the bright white gallery space. I love Tanaami's strong coloration...

	Japanese artists shown at Yokohama Triennale 2011 Nov. 10, 2011 [Exhibition] Photos of the artworks by Japanese artists in Yokohama triennale.

	Homage to Taro Okamoto celebrating the 100th anniversary of his birth Nov. 08, 2011 [Exhibition] Celebrating his 100th anniversary of his birth, 14 Japanese contemporary artists joined the exhibition tilted "Taro Love". It is held at Seibu Department store in Shibuya, Tokyo.

	Naoki Ishikawa "8848" exhibition at SCAI THE BATHHOUSE Oct. 27, 2011 [Exhibition] Photograph by Naoki Ishikawa At the end of March 2011, Ishikawa embarked on a t...

	Azito blog started on Tumblr Oct. 25, 2011 [Announcement] Because of the weak dollar against the strong yen, we raised some of the works' price as below.

	Artist interview with Katsuhiro Saiki Oct. 12, 2011 [Interview] We interviewed the artist, Katsuhiro Saiki who takes beautiful photographs and ...

	Akira Yamaguchi explores new territory in his "Singa-planet" exhibition Oct. 11, 2011 [Exhibition] Akira Yamaguchi explores new territory in his Singa-planet exhibition

	New Arrival: "For Grey" by Toshio Shibata Sep. 12, 2011 [Announcement] "For me colour photography is about atmosphere, whereas with my black and white work I was focused on shape and tonality. In my black and white work by combining those elements of shape and tonality,

	New Arrival: Hiroshi Fuji's happy ring series Aug. 10, 2011 [Announcement] Tigers are making a circle and look like dancing. This is an artwork created by Hiroshi Fuji, combining each tiger brought from children through the project called "Kaekko (swap)".

	Price Chaged Aug. 08, 2011 [Announcement] Because of the weak dollar against the strong yen, we raised some of the works' price as below.

	Gallerist talks about Yoko Ono Jun. 22, 2011 [Interview] We interviewed Ms. Sugaya, the gallerist of the Gallery 360 Degree, about the a...

	Gallerist talks about Tetsuya Tamanoi May. 20, 2011 [Interview] We interviewed Yuichi Mori, the galleriest of Mori Yu Gallery, about the artist...

	Answer to our survey and win a gift May. 09, 2011 [Announcement] Please answer to our following questions and get a chance to receive our wonderf...

	Gallerist talks about Paramodel Apr. 22, 2011 [Interview] We interviewed Yuichi Mori, the galleriest of Mori Yu Gallery, about the artist...

	New Arrival: Yasumasa Morimura's two faces on one screen Mar. 26, 2011 [Announcement] Morimura started to impersonate famous figures who already passed by to know how they will see our generation if they were alive. I

	Kumi Machida "Stories from a Cold Country" at Nishimura Gallery Mar. 03, 2011 [Exhibition] We would like to introduce the exhibition "Stories from a Cold Country" held at Nishimura Gallery

	"Transformation" at Museum of contemporary art Tokyo Feb. 15, 2011 [Exhibition] We would like to introduce the exhibition "Transformation" held at Museum of contemporary art Tokyo. This exhibition included Japanese artists such as Masakatsu Takagi, Motohiko Odani, Naoki Ishikawa, Jyunya Oikawa and Sputniko!.

	New Arrival: Takashi Homma printed McDonald in silkscreen Jan. 25, 2011 [Announcement] "M-Bordeaux" by Takashi Homma AZITO is pleased to introduce new artworks by Tak...

	Motohiko Odani "Phantom Limb" at Mori Art Museum Jan. 17, 2011 [Exhibition] Motohiko Odani's solo exhibition "Phantom Limb", is held at Mori Art Museum. This exhibition included from his early to recent artworks.

	Gallerist talks about Kanako Sasaki Dec. 17, 2010 [Interview] We interviewed Meiko Kobayashi, the gallery staff of MA2 Gallery, about the art...

	Gallerist talks about Akira Ikezoe Dec. 17, 2010 [Interview] We interviewed Meiko Kobayashi, the gallery staff of MA2 Gallery, about the art...

	Takashi Murakamai at Versailles - Roundup Dec. 16, 2010 [Exhibition] Takashi Murakami's solo exhibition at Versailles, Paris ended on Dec 12 2010 as it was scheduled. Collected the reviews, photos and reports regarding to this exhibition.

	Kenji Yanobe "Levitation" at Yamamoto Gendai Gallery Dec. 15, 2010 [Exhibition] Kenji Yanobe's solo exhibition "Levitation", was held at Yamamoto Gendai Gallery. The selected pieces were from his entirely new series to operate on magnetic energy.

	Paramodel "the world according to paramodel" at Otani memorial art museum in Nishinomiya city Dec. 14, 2010 [Exhibition] The exhibition was covering every artwork and installations done by Paramodel since 2001. They decorated the entire space with blue plastic rail track and created a new

	New Arrival: Yuichi Yokoyama Neo-Manga artworks Nov. 24, 2010 [Announcement] "Travel" by Yuichi Yokoyama AZITO is pleased to introduce new artworks by Yuich...

	Gallerist talks about Kenji Yanobe Oct. 23, 2010 [Interview] We interviewed Yuko Yamamoto, the gallery owner of Yamamoto Gendai, about the a...

	Gallerist talks about Etsuko Fukaya Oct. 23, 2010 [Interview] We interviewed Yuko Yamamoto, the gallery owner of Yamamoto Gendai, about the a...

	Gallerist talks about Soji Yamakawa Sep. 14, 2010 [Interview] We interviewed Mr. Nanzuka, Gallery owner of Nanzuka Underground, about the art...

	Interview of Kosuke Tsumura: What is Japanese Art? Sep. 13, 2010 [Interview] Kosuke Tsumura designs fashion that is survival-themed, but also works as an artist. In straddling both genres, fashion and art, what exactly would be the uniquely Japanese style he showcases?

	"Nobody's fool" by Yoshitomo Nara Sep. 10, 2010 [Exhibition] Nobody's Fool is the first major New York exhibition of the Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara, and features more than one hundred works ranging from his early career to his most recent paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics, and large-scale installations.

	New Arrival: Toshio Shibata "a View" Series Sep. 03, 2010 [Announcement] "a View" by Toshio Shibata AZITO is pleased to introduce five new artworks by T...

	Gallerist talks about Kosuke Tsumura Sep. 02, 2010 [Interview] We interviewed Mr. Nanzuka, Gallery owner of Nanzuka Underground, about the art...

	Gallerist talks about Keiichi Tanaami Sep. 02, 2010 [Interview] We interviewed Mr. Nanzuka, Gallery owner of Nanzuka Underground, about the art...

	"Gallerist talks about the artist" series will be on Youtube! Sep. 02, 2010 [Announcement] We are happy to announce you that new video series "Gallerist talks about the a...

	"Umep" by Kayo Ume Aug. 30, 2010 [Exhibition] Kayo Ume is a photographer born in 1981, who captures the funny sceneries we must have seen in our everyday life.

	"BASARA" curated by Hisashi Tenmyoya Aug. 24, 2010 [Exhibition] Artist Hisashi Tenmyoya curated an exhibition named "BASARA" in Tokyo, which was just held for 4 days...

	New Arrival: Daido Moriyama "Northern" Series Aug. 05, 2010 [Announcement] "Northern No.1" by Daido Moriyama AZITO is pleased to introduce five new artwor...

	Kenji Yanobe "Mythos" exhibited in an old electric power plant Jul. 23, 2010 [Exhibition] [through Sep 23] This exhibition place used to be an electric power plant. Yanobe will transform this abandoned building into the "future" place by creating a story and put it as an installation...

	Takashi Homma "New Waves" at 1223 Gallery in Tokyo Jul. 12, 2010 [Exhibition] [through Aug 1] Takashi Homma has photographed the waves of North Shore in Hawaii since 2000. His new series of "New Waves" taken in 2010, is now exhibited at 1223 gallery in Tokyo....

	Mariko Mori "Kumano" at Asia Society Jun. 17, 2010 [Exhibition] [through June 8] This exhibition features Kumano, an early video work by internationally renowned Japanese artist Mariko Mori (born 1967, Japan), and a recent ...

	New Arrival: Ai Yamaguchi unveils prints that combine Edo-period art with modern anime illustrations Jun. 12, 2010 [Announcement] As an artist who utilises a unique combination of delicately drawn lines and celluloid picture-like expressions to vividly portray the lives of young female prostitutes, her works

	New Arrival: imaginary drawings by Akira Ikezoe Jun. 08, 2010 [Announcement] This series of watercolor paintings, however, takes a somewhat different direction from Ikezoe's past works. While most of his previous works were paintings resembling prints on

	Photo Report: Hong Kong art scene beside ART HK 10 Jun. 02, 2010 [Announcement] I visited some art galleries and alternative spaces to see the local Hong Kong art scene.

	Photo Report: Japanese artist in ART HK 10 May. 31, 2010 [Announcement] Beside the 15 Japanese galleries joining the ART HK10, There were many Japanese artists shown by the non-Japanese galleries too. Here are some photo's of their artworks.

	Photo Report: Japanese galleries in ART HK 10 May. 29, 2010 [Announcement] Among the 151 galleries participating from 29 different countries, there are 15 Japanese galleries showing in the fair. Here are some photo's of these boothes.

	Tadanori Yokoo "The Aesthetics of End" at Friedman Benda May. 10, 2010 [Exhibition] [through May 19] "A towering influence on the evolution and iconography of Japanese contemporary art, Yokoo has straddled the worlds of commercial and fine art since...

	Tommy Sushi was introduced on Nerdcore May. 09, 2010 [Press] Paramodel's tommy sushi was introduced on NERDCORE, a major blog in Germany.

	Azito was introduced on Japan Times May. 01, 2010 [Press] Azito was introduced on Japan Times with the story of why Azito was born and how it is working.

	New Arrival: Kosuke Tsumura collaged original artworks and its photo in one frame Apr. 30, 2010 [Announcement] By its very nature, collage is a medium which evokes the many possibilities of texture, purpose, and presence. Composed from photographs and original artworks, Kosuke Tsumura's distinctive series, ...

	Pickup two Japanese contemporary artists from Roppongi Crossing Apr. 26, 2010 [Exhibition] "Roppongi Crossing" is a series of exhibitions that introduce the work of diver...

	New Arrival: Cute but scary photographs by Tamanoi Apr. 11, 2010 [Announcement] Like a child's imagination coming true, Tamanoi's debut photo series explores what happens when two of his favorite things - candy and horror movies - become one and

	The Ultimately Indecisive Moments of Homma Takashi's Photography Mar. 24, 2010 [Announcement] One of the most respected young photographers in Japan at the moment, Takashi Homma is extremely honest about his subjects. Highly influenced by the color

	New Arrival: Silkscreen by Tanaami and Yamakawa Mar. 19, 2010 [Announcement] A dynamic duo, Keiichi Tanaami and Soji Yamakawa create prints/paintings that appear to pulsate with an electric energy not unlike like that of a neon urbanscape.

	Paramodel "tommy sushi" on Japan Society Mar. 04, 2010 [Press] Paramodel's "tommy sushi" was posted on Japan Society's Blog, praising AZITO w...

	Etsuko Fukaya on SHIFT Mar. 01, 2010 [Press] Etsuko Fukaya's artworks were introduced on SHIFT web magazine as AZITO NEWS Ma...

	New Arrival: Etsuko Fukaya with surprising amounts of information in compact spaces Feb. 27, 2010 [Announcement] Drawn with the intimacy of a needle and the intense concentration of the naked eye, Etsuko Fukaya's etchings appear to challenge the the very possibilities of boundaries and scale.

	Paramodel "tommy sushi" on White Zine Feb. 23, 2010 [Press] Paramodel's "tommy sushi" was posted on White Zine, saying "Brilliant idea." Re...

	Tat Ito & Hiro Kurata "From Kojiki To Modern Heroism" at Joshua Liner Gallery Feb. 11, 2010 [Exhibition] [through Mar 13] "From Kojiki to Modern Heroism" is a two-person exhibition of new paintings by the New York-based Japanese artists Tat Ito and Hiro Kurata.

	Daido Moriyama at Luhring Augustine Gallery Feb. 09, 2010 [Exhibition] [through Mar 13] Daido Moriyama is one of Japan's leading figures in photography. Witness to the spectacular changes that transformed postwar Japan, his photographs

	Paramodel on SHIFT Feb. 07, 2010 [Press] Paramodel's artworks were introduced on SHIFT web magazine as AZITO NEWS Februa...

	New Arrival: Paramodel "tommy sushi" & "tommy ca" Feb. 06, 2010 [Announcement] Paramodel is an artist unit formed in 2001 by Yasuhiko Hayashi and Yusuke Nakano. Their title is essentially a manifesto in sum - fusing the words "Paradise", "Paradox", and "Model"...

	Tomokazu Matsuyama "In Case You're Lost" at Frey Norris Jan. 30, 2010 [Exhibition] [through Mar 6] The Japanese penchant for appreciating nature, materials, details, and small objects is at the core of Suda's work.

	Kanako Sasaki on SHIFT Jan. 23, 2010 [Press] Kanako Sasaki's artworks were introduced on SHIFT web magazine as AZITO NEWS Ja...

	Join us on Facebook! Jan. 22, 2010 [Announcement] We just opened an Azito page on facebook yesterday. Please join us!...

	New Arrival: Kanako Sasaki "Walking in the Jungle" Series Jan. 19, 2010 [Announcement] "Anne Frank's singal" by Kanako Sasaki from the series "Walking in the Jungle" ...

	To get info of Japanese contemporary art Jan. 09, 2010 [Announcement] Here are the list of the websites to get Japanese contemporary art.

	Takashi Homma on Asian Photography Blog Dec. 30, 2009 [Press] Takashi Homma was posted on Asian Photography Blog. The wirter quote "With a d...

	AZITO introduced on Jean Snow Dec. 24, 2009 [Press] AZITO was introduced by Jean Snow with Takashi Homma's artwork. Read the post o...

	Yoshihiro Suda "in focus" at Asia Society Dec. 10, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Feb 7] The Japanese penchant for appreciating nature, materials, details, and small objects is at the core of Suda's work.

	Hiroshi Sunairi "Leur Existence - Tree Project" at Horticultural Society of New York Dec. 09, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Feb 12] Sunairi has been collecting seeds from hibaku trees in Hiroshima and has distributed them to nearly 400 Tree Project participants in 23 countries.

	Aya Takano "Reintegrating worlds" at Skarstedt Gallery Nov. 26, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Dec 12] Aya Takano "Reintegrating worlds" at Skarstedt Gallery

	Katsuhiro Saiki at ISE cultural foundation gallery Nov. 25, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Jan 2] Katsuhiro Saiki joined the exhibition "Volcano Lovers"

	Tell us what you think! Nov. 20, 2009 [Announcement] Azito wants to provide artworks and services you will be satisfied with. Please answer the questions and tell us what you expect from Azito.

	Tomoo Gokita at Honor Fraser Gallery Nov. 15, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Dec 19] Tomoo Gokita, "Heaven" at Honor Fraser Gallery

	Editions\|Artists' Books Fair: Azito at booth #28 Nov. 06, 2009 [Announcement] Finished setting up artworks. The grand open of the Editions\| Artists Books' Fair is on 6th Friday(FREE).

	Editions\|Artists' Books Fair: Started to Setup Nov. 05, 2009 [Announcement] We arrived in New York and started to set up the works.

	Price Chaged Nov. 01, 2009 [Announcement] Because of the weak dollar against the strong yen, we raised some of the works' price as below.

	Rinko Kawauchi at Mountain Fold Gallery Oct. 21, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Nov 28] Rinko Kawauchi "Condensation" at Mountain Fold gallery

	Kazuo Shiraga at McCaffrey Fine Art Oct. 20, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Jan 23] Kazuo Shiraga "Six Decades" at McCaffrey Fine Art

	Takashi Murakami at Gagosian Gallery Sep. 24, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Oct 24] Takashi Murakami at Gagosian Gallery; "Picture of fate: I am but a fisherman who angles in the darkness of his mind I am"

	Azito will join "Editions Artist Book Fair" Sep. 12, 2009 [Announcement] Azito is please to announce you that we will join the "Editions \| Artist Book Fair" in New York. Looking forward to seeing you there!

	Looking for artwork? Feel free to Request our search service Sep. 09, 2009 [Announcement] AZITO is pleased to offer you help with finding Japanese artworks. Anything you like - from old masters to emerging artists, we will search for art in any style, date or medium on your behalf for FREE.

	"Sacred Monsters" at Tufts University Art Gallery Aug. 21, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Nov 22] Sacred Monsters: Everyday Animism in Contemporary Japanese Art and Anime at Tufts University Art Gallery

	Enokura, Nomura, Takamatsu at McCaffrey Fine Art Aug. 14, 2009 [Exhibition] [through Sept 26] Enokura, Nomura and Takamatsu are part of a generation of artists that emerged during the later 1960s

	Kengo Kito at The Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University Jul. 23, 2009 [Exhibition] [through July 31]Kengo Kito's large scall installation at The Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University ...

	Photo Report: Japanese artists in Art 40 Basel Jun. 22, 2009 [Announcement] Following images are the Japanese artists exhibited at Art 40 Basel held from Ju...

	Photo Report: Japanese artists in Venice Biennale Jun. 21, 2009 [Announcement] Many Japanese artists such as Miwa Yanagi, Yoko Ono etc, joined the Venice Bienn...

	Hiroh Kikai at Yancey Richardson Gallery May. 14, 2009 [Exhibition] Kikai!s first solo U.S. presentation of work from his Asaskusa Portraits series, ...

	Rika Noguchi at D'Amelio Terras Gallery May. 02, 2009 [Exhibition] D'Amelio Terras is showing Noguchi Rika's critically acclaimed photographic series The Sun...

	Miya Ando at Michael Ingbar Gallery May. 01, 2009 [Exhibition] A direct descendent of Bizen sword maker Ando Yoshiro Masakatsu, Miya Ando utilizes...

	Keiko Narahashi at Hudson Franklin Gallery Apr. 25, 2009 [Exhibition] Keiko Narahashi presents artworks created from her ruminations about the essential nature of pictures...

	Aiko at Joshua Liner Gallery Apr. 22, 2009 [Exhibition] Aiko's first solo outing at Joshua Liner gallery and her largest show to date...

	Yayoi Kusama at Gagosian Gallery Apr. 16, 2009 [Exhibition] For New York and Los Angeles two-part exhibition, Kusama has conceived some astonishing...

	Kaoru Hirano at Kumukumu Gallery Apr. 01, 2009 [Exhibition] An exhibition by Kaoru Hirano at Kumukumu gallery.

	Momoyo Torimitsu at Thrust Projects Mar. 30, 2009 [Exhibition] An exhibition by Momoyo Torimitsu at Thrust Projects addresses America's consumption...

	What made Yanobe create "Torayan" Mar. 25, 2009 [Announcement] The 1970 Osaka Expo, with its motto "Human Progress and Harmony" was the beacon...

	Takahiro Kaneyama at M.Y. Art Prospects Mar. 25, 2009 [Exhibition] A solo exhibition by Takahiro Kaneyama at M.Y. Art Prospects with Kaneyama's latest...

	Tomoo Gokita at ATM Gallery Mar. 25, 2009 [Exhibition] An exhibition "Champion Carnival" by Tomoo Gokita is now on view at ATM Gallery...

	Tomokazu Matsuyama at Joshua Liner Gallery Mar. 25, 2009 [Exhibition] "Glancing at the Twin Peak," an exhibition of new paintings, sculpture and installation ...

	Yoshitomo Nara at Marianne Boesky Gallery Mar. 25, 2009 [Exhibition] An exhibition of new work by Yoshitomo Nara is now on view at Marianne Boesky...

	We are happy to open! Mar. 25, 2009 [Announcement] Hi, we are Azito! Thank you for visiting our webiste. Azito is an online galler...