Latest Events in Tokyo(May Updated)

For millions of years, unique aesthetics have been born on the islands of Japan and have been passed down from generation to generation. From Jomon earthenware, Haniwa, Erika, armor, and ukiyo-e, to the popular anime that has taken the world by storm, this is an immersive theater that combines NHK's high-definition video technology with “New Wafuism”. The New Wafuism Theater is an immersive theater that incorporates NHK's high-definition video technology. In the theater, you will be able to experience Japanese culture through a time-traveling journey with national treasures and important cultural properties of the Tokyo National Museum.

Obara Koson (1877-1945) was a flower and bird painter active from the end of the Meiji period to the early Showa period. His existence was forgotten in Japan for a while, but in recent years he has been attracting attention, with exhibitions being held in art museums all over the country.The Ota Memorial Museum of Art also held an Ohara Koson exhibition in February and March 2019, which proved more popular than expected. This year marks exactly 80 years since Koson passed away. This is the first time in six years that the museum will be showcasing Koson's flower and bird paintings.

The techniques of woodblock printing that flourished in the Edo period and Meiji era developed into a modernized artform called Shin-hanga in 1915. Shin-hanga builds on the tradition of collaborative work among the publisher, carver, printer, and designer, while also reflecting modern, eclectic tastes. Landscapes by Kawase Hasui (1883–1957) and Yoshida Hiroshi (1876–1950) as well as images of beauties by Hashiguchi Goyō (1880–1921) and Itō Shinsui (1898–1972) captivated Japanese people of Taishō and Shōwa eras and are still widely admired around the world. In conjunction with the special exhibitions, Tsutaya Jūzaburō: Creative Visionary of Edo andUkiyo-ein Play, this exhibition explores the variety and depth of woodblock printing and its expressive forms.

Taste Laotian cuisine and learn more about Laos. There are so many things to experience and see in Laos. Be sure to bring your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon of culture, history and food.

Explore The May Tournament Day 15 sporting information for 25th May, as well as links for Sumo Wrestling tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. The May Tournament, also known as the Natsu Basho, is one of the six annual Grand Sumo tournaments held by the Japan Sumo Association. This highly anticipated sporting event takes place at the Ryogoku Kokugikan stadium, also known as the Sumo Hall, located in Tokyo, Japan. The tournament consists of 15 days of intense sumo wrestling matches between the top professional sumo wrestlers from across Japan. These wrestlers, known as rikishi, belong to different stables or teams and compete for the coveted Emperor's Cup trophy. With a history dating back to the 17th century, the May Tournament continues to attract a global audience, making it one of the oldest and most prestigious sporting events in the world of sumo wrestling. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

This exhibition will explore the interests and expressive challenges of Impressionist painters in interior spaces through approximately 100 pieces, including 68 masterpieces from the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, known as the "Hall of Fame of Impressionism," as well as important works from Japan. This is the first time in about 10 years that the Musée d'Orsay's Impressionist collection has come to Japan on this scale. This will be a rare opportunity to experience the appeal of Impressionism from a fresh perspective.

Ryudai Takano (1963-) is a photographer and artist who won the 31st Kimura Ihei Photography Award for his photo book "IN MY ROOM" (2005) and continues to work both in Japan and abroad. In addition to his works on the theme of sexuality, such as "IN MY ROOM," Takano also takes snapshots of everyday life, such as "Daily Photos" and "Kasubaba." Since the Great East Japan Earthquake, he has also been working on the theme of exploring the origins of photography, using "shadows" as a subject. The title of this exhibition, "Kasubaba," is a word coined by Takano and is the plural of the word for a place like kas (ba). We live in the midst of rapid change in the times, with large-scale natural disasters, global epidemics of infectious diseases, environmental destruction and urban development due to economic development. Takano accepts reality, which is not just beautiful, and presents the viewer with raw images of weak and ugly things as they are. Through Takano's works, we will be able to see anew the richness and chaos of the everyday life we ​​live in, something that is familiar to us but that we do not look closely at. We hope that this exhibition, which surveys Takano's career, including works shown for the first time, will provide some hints for surviving this everyday life, from which it is becoming increasingly difficult to see an exit.

Joan Miró (1893-1983) was born in Catalonia, Spain in 1893. Along with his fellow countryman Pablo Picasso, he is considered one of the most outstanding artists of the 20th century. His unique style of painting, which depicts natural shapes such as the sun, stars, and moon with symbolic symbols, is also popular in Japan. Today, 40 years after Miró's death, his creative activities are once again receiving praise from the world. This exhibition, including the "Constellations" series, comprehensively introduces Miró's art, who continued to challenge various new expressions until he was 90 years old, by exhibiting paintings, ceramics, and sculptures that reflect each period from his early years to his later years. This exhibition is an unprecedented large-scale retrospective exhibition, and visitors can experience the essence of Miró's art through many selected masterpieces collected from all over the world.

Yohen Tenmoku is a treasure of Oriental ceramics. It was made in China during the Southern Song Dynasty in the 12th to 13th centuries, and only three pieces remain in the world, all of which have been passed down to Japan. What continues to fascinate many people is the enigmatic beauty of the iridescent glow that floats on the jet-black glaze. In addition to this mysterious glow, Yohen Tenmoku also hides many mysteries, such as its manufacturing method and transmission. This exhibition focuses on the theme of black colors in crafts, and introduces iron crafts called "kurogane" (black iron), such as swords and iron tsuba, as well as "jet-black" lacquerware. We will also trace the history of black pottery in China and Japan, and approach the various mysteries and secrets that Yohen Tenmoku hides based on the latest research findings.

From a young age, Kusama has suffered from visual and auditory hallucinations. Her mental health condition has had a tremendous impact on the artist’s creative activities. In the 1950s, driven by her own obsessions, Kusama created an enormous number of drawings, resulting in an opportunity to make her breakthrough as an artist. After relocating to the United States in 1957, the artist began to create a series of works that could be described as ritual of “self-obliteration,” where all existence is engulfed in infinitely repetitive patterns such as polka dots and nets while the self is immersed into a boundless world. These works express a desire for salvation from psychological disorders and simultaneously reflect her intention to liberate society from absurd oppression through happenings and other forms of expression.

The tale of how the Heian-period warrior Minamoto no Yorimitsu quelled the demon Shutendōji took shape before the fourteenth century. It then spread widely through paintings, Noh performances, and other genres. The Muromachi period Shutendōji picture scrolls by Kanō Motonobu (the “Suntory Scrolls”) are a famous ancient example copied hundreds of times during the Edo period. This exhibition will display all three of the recently restored Suntory Scrolls and will also introduce the richly varied Shutendōji picture scrolls that developed broadly from them.

Content Expo Tokyo is a comprehensive exhibition consisting of 7 specialised trade shows related to content Content Expo Tokyo is a comprehensive exhibition consisting of 7 specialised trade shows related to content. This is the platform where content creators, distributors, solution, technology providers, marketing companies, and licensing professionals get together under one roof. Information Source: Reed Exhibitions Japan Ltd. | expotobi

The fireworks festival in Tokyo has a long history. The 51st festival in 2017 is held on the banks of the Edogawa River that flows through Katsushika. You can enjoy the ancient fireworks "wabi" inherited from the Edo period. This is a thin orange-gold filamentary firework that blooms dazzlingly in the night sky. There are 6 "stages" in this traditional downtown area, and about 13,000 fireworks are set off here. The intense roar of fireworks is accompanied by rhythmic music, plus the gorgeous fireworks, the scene is very beautiful.

The Sumida River Fireworks Festival is the most famous fireworks festival in Japan and has been held since the Edo period. It is usually held on the last Saturday of July. The venue is divided into two areas, and each venue has its own fireworks artist. It is expected that in 2025, the first venue will be managed by Marutamaya Kokatsu Fireworks Co., Ltd. and the second venue will be managed by Hosoya Enterprise Co., Ltd. In addition, the first venue will host a fireworks competition in which 10 famous fireworks makers from all over the country will participate. Due to the long distance between the various venues, it is not possible to enjoy the panoramic view up close, but the advantage of this is that it can disperse tourists. There are no official paid viewing seats, but it is possible to watch from the houseboat.

"Roppongi Crossing" is a series of exhibitions that Mori Art Museum has been holding since 2004 as a fixed-point observation exhibition that surveys the Japanese art scene once every three years. The exhibitions are planned by Mori Art Museum curators in collaboration with several guest curators, and Japanese artists are selected through the intersection of multiple perspectives. The series aims to be an exhibition that crosses creative activities by introducing not only contemporary art but also other genres such as architecture, fashion, and design, as well as veterans who have already made remarkable international achievements, as well as up-and-coming young artists. This exhibition, the eighth in the series, will look at Japanese art from an international perspective in collaboration with curators who are active in the global art scene based in Asia. While multiculturalism has progressed, the activities of artists are also influenced and changed, and new expressions are being created in today's world, where we face various frictions and divisions. We will reexamine the current state of Japanese art and its significance in a larger context.

Comic Market The world's largest doujinshi sales event, held twice a year at Tokyo Big Sight in Odaiba, is a famous exhibition that not only serves as a place for anime, manga, and game fans to interact, but also features individual artists who create original content, mainly through the distribution of doujinshi and goods, and a wide variety of cosplayers. It boasts over 200,000 participants every year, and is known overseas as an event that represents Japanese otaku culture.

Tokyo Metropolitan Government has created a new tourist resource for nighttime viewing by using the exterior wall of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 as a screen to express a variety of art with light and sound, and to perform projection mapping all year round in order to activate and revitalize nighttime tourism. This time, as the 45th anniversary is approaching next year, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will begin showing works using the world-famous "Pac-Man". The game board appears on the outer wall of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, and Pac-Man, who is making a futuristic scene, eats up everything vividly. The music of the game of Pac-Man, which has a futuristic feel, and the music of the highly friendly soundtrack maker Mr. Haraguchi Sasuke have produced. Please enjoy the collaborative work of Pac-Man and Tokyo that can only be seen in the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.

"MAM Collection 019: Perspective" focuses on the photographic expressions of three female artists from the Mori Art Museum Collection: Maiko Haruki, Mari Katayama, and Tomoko Yoneda. This exhibition introduces photographic works in which the image is completed through the viewer's involvement, rather than as a so-called recording medium. Maiko Haruki's series "either portrait or landscape" attempts to destabilize and liberate the viewer's perspective from the perspective of form, and also by incorporating the relationship between photography and abstract expression as a theme. Mari Katayama reverses the power relationship between image and viewer, challenging conventional traditional notions of diversity, normative values, and agency. Tomoko Yoneda's series "Between the Visible and the Invisible" expresses the interrelationship between the image on the surface and the narrative behind it.

Joan Miró (1893-1983) is one of the most important Spanish artists of the 20th century, as famous as Picasso and Dali. His creations experienced changes from Fauvism, Realism to Surrealism, and finally established his own unique style. His paintings are famous for their strong colors, imagination and poetry. This exhibition will present the artist's works collected by the Joan Miró Foundation. Through Miró's representative works from his early years to his later years, it will review his creative career of more than 60 years and show the development of his artistic language and creative process. .

Tokyo City View will hold the Tezuka Osamu "Phoenix" exhibition - the Phoenix is ​​a symbol of dynamic equilibrium (dotekiheikou) that resists the increase of entropy, i.e., cosmic life (cosmozone) - from Friday, March 7, 2025 to Sunday, May 25, 2025. Tezuka Osamu, who created many masterpieces, declared that the manga "Phoenix" was his life's work. It is a masterpiece long work that depicts the conflict of people who pursue the legendary bird "Phoenix", whose blood is said to grant eternal life to those who drink it. The magnificent worldview of this work, which alternates between the past and the future and freely expresses philosophical themes such as "life and death" and "reincarnation", continues to capture people's hearts even today. This exhibition will interpret the epic poem, which was written over a long period of more than 30 years, focusing on the 12 main chapters from "Dawn" to "Sun", which began in the magazine "COM". Now that 70 years have passed since the serialization of "Phoenix" began, biologist Shinichi Fukuoka will guide us as we interpret the story structure of "Phoenix" from a new perspective of bioscience and seek the answer to the question "What is life?" that Tezuka Osamu continued to express throughout his life.

When Charlie Brown and his sister Sally get on the school bus with their friends and head off to school, various events await them. They meet unique friends and teachers. Classes are conducted day by day, and sometimes there are tense presentations, and as a reward, there are dance events. When they get home, they do their homework, and during summer vacation, they meet new people at summer camp. The school life of the Peanuts gang is a familiar, bittersweet experience. Enjoy school life with the Peanuts gang through about 45 carefully selected comics.

In December 2024, a new craft collection was donated to our museum. It consists of approximately 150 pieces. Almost all of them are enamel pieces. "Emayu" may be an unfamiliar word. It is the French katakana spelling, and in English it is called enamel, and in Japan it is usually called Shippo. In other words, enamel refers to a craft in which a glassy glaze is baked onto a metal base. The donor is jewelry artist Mitsuo Kaji. This new "Kaji Collection," consisting of carefully selected enamel gems, will make its debut at this exhibition.

This exhibition combines 88 pieces from the collections of the San Diego Museum of Art and the National Museum of Western Art, and offers tips on how to enjoy the artworks. The 49 pieces on display from the San Diego Museum of Art, including world-renowned masterpieces by Giorgione and Sánchez Cotán, will all be shown in Japan for the first time. Come and discover your own "where to look" as you trace the history of Western art spanning 600 years from the Renaissance to the end of the 19th century.

This exhibition focuses on publishers related to Katsushika Hokusai, a famous Ukiyo-e artist from the Edo period of Japan, exploring how they planned and promoted Hokusai's works, showcasing the masterpieces they brought to the world, and leading viewers to gain an in-depth understanding of the world of "producers" who supported the Ukiyo-e industry.

Beginning in the 1920s, architects including Le Corbusier and Mies van der Rohe explored new residential designs with function and comfort in mind. Their experimental visions and innovative ideas eventually intersected with everyday life, greatly reshaping people’s lifestyles. This exhibition focuses on seven dimensions of modern houses: hygiene, materials, windows, kitchen, furnishings, media, and landscape. Approximately 14 masterworks of residential architecture spanning the world will be presented in detail through photographs and drawings, sketches, models, furniture, textiles, tableware, magazines, graphics, and films. The modernity of this residential architecture in this exhibition continues to resonate today, offering an opportunity to reflect on our own living spaces and ways of living.

This exhibition will introduce the methods and history of observing various natural phenomena, and how the observational data accumulated to date has shed light on the state and changes of the global environment, while also introducing how it has contributed greatly to disaster prevention and mitigation.

This exhibition is being held to mark the 40th anniversary of the opening of Shokokuji Jotenkaku Museum. It will showcase masterpieces from the Shokokuji School, including over 40 national treasures and important cultural properties, and will offer a glimpse into the world of beauty at Shokokuji and entrust it to the future.

While preparing for the exhibition "Anzelm Kifle: Solaris" at Nijo Castle in Kyoto, Kiefer was deeply attracted by the resonance between two paintings - "E.T.A. Homan no Tame" (2015-2024) and "er hexte eine Schlange ausdem Wasser" (2016). The pastoral scenery reflected on the calm water surface, and the paintings of the snake-themed sculptures use gold, ultramarine, ochre and soft white tones, which resonate with each other in the exhibition space filled with natural light. In Japanese culture, snakes represent a symbol of wisdom, wealth, change, rebirth, and renewal, and are also regarded as messengers of God. This year is also the Year of the Snake, which can be said to be the best year to exhibit these two masterpieces.

Mitsuaki Iwago’s World “Cats” Travelogue is a long-running NHK BS Premium program relished by cat lovers all over Japan. This exhibition shows photographs taken in fifteen locations in Japan carefully selected from that program.With the natural climate of each location in the background, the lifestyle of cats and people living in various parts of Japan are introduced. The exhibits are all new works taken in recent years. Come and find your favorite shot.