What we’re about
"Art Is What You Can Get Away with" -Marshall McLuhan (Propagated by Andy Warhol)
WHY?
Because there are numbers of interesting art shows and cultural events in the Greater Tokyo Area.
WHAT?
We will check out all types of cultural events. The main focus of the meet up group will be checking out art exhibitions, but we are not art snobs. We will check out anything as long as they are entertaining to us.
WHO?
Anyone who likes to explore art + culture in the Greater Tokyo Area should join.
HOW?
Just click "yes" for the RSVP response and show up to the meeting place.
HOW MUCH?
The price of an admission ticket.
HOW OFTEN?
Once a week hopefully.
WHY NOT JOIN US?
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Taisho lmagerieSOMPO美術館, tokyo
For this meetup, we will check out an exhibition that showcases illustrations from Taisho.
"Discover the roots of contemporary Japanese popular culture through groundbreaking printed media produced from the late Meiji through early Shōwa periods. The Taishō period (1912-1926) in particular witnessed a flourishing publishing industry, giving birth to distinctive aesthetic designs and illustrations that beautifully merged Western art, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco styles with Japanese traditions.
This exhibition presents approximately 400 carefully selected items from the collection of Yamada Toshiyuki, who passionately gathered modern books and prints where literature, art, and music intermingle. Explore the fleeting yet vast imagery of the Taishō period—unforgettable visual memories that captivated the public—through works of prominent artists including Fujishima Takeji, Sugiura Hisui, and Takehisa Yumeji, while delving into various designs that mirror this transformative era." [from The museum website]
Location
Sompo Museum of Art
(https://www.sompo-museum.org/en/information/visit/#anc02)Exhibition to see
The Rise of Graphic Design & Illustration in Japan 1900s―1930s
Taisho lmagerieMeeting Time
04:00 PM (16:00)Meeting Spot
Around the entrance of Sompo Museum of ArtAdmission Fee
¥1,500Description of the exhibition
https://www.sompo-museum.org/en/Chat session after the show
As usual, let's have a chat session at the end of the event. When we meet up before the exhibition, let's decide where we go after the show.Not open - Afternoon at Machida City Museum of Graphic ArtsMachida City Museum of Graphic Arts (Printmaking), Tokyo
For this meetup, we will spend an afternoon at Machida City Museum of Graphic Arts to see the following exhibitions.
- What makes these prints as “art” ?
- Daumier through the Lens of the Present
Meeting Spot and time
Meeting Spot 1: The East Exit Ticket Gate of Odakyu Machida Station
Meeting Time 1: 02:30PM (14:30)
Meeting Spot 2: the main lobby of the museum
Meeting Time 2: 03:00PM (15:00)
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First Exhibition
What makes these prints as “art” ?Admission Fee
¥800Information about the exhibition
"We present a range of works, from renowned artists' creations to those that will make you wonder, "Is this really a print?", centered around the collection of the Machida City Museum of Graphic Arts. 'Why is this considered art?' 'Is printmaking even art to begin with?'—Why not enjoy the museum while pondering these various questions?" [from the museum site]++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Second Exhibition
Daumier through the Lens of the PresentAdmission Fee
FreeInformation about the exhibition
The exhibition showcases approximately 40 lithographs by Honoré Daumier (1808-1879), a prominent satirical artist of 19th-century France. These works resonate with contemporary society, exploring themes such as world fairs and overtourism, swimming in the Seine, and women's social activities." [from the museum site]++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Chat session
As usual, let's have a chat session at the end of the event. When we meet up before the exhibition, let's decide where we go after the show. - Afternoon of Art in Children's BooksMori Arts Center Gallery, Tokyo
For this meetup, we will spend an afternoon to check out two exhibitions below.
- Tove Jansson and the Moomins
- Leo Lionni: Creation of Picture Books
Meeting Time: 2:00PM (14:00)
Meeting Spot:
Around the ticket booth on the 3rd floor of the Roppongi Hills Mori Tower
https://art-view.roppongihills.com/en/info/index.html#access
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First Exhibition
Tove Jansson and the MoominsVenue
Mori Arts Center Gallery
(https://macg.roppongihills.com/en/)Admission Fee
¥2,500Information about the exhibition
https://tove-moomins.exhibit.jp/english/"Tove Jansson (1914-2001), creator of the Moomin series was also a multidisciplinary artist. This exhibition will reflect on her creative world and unravel the charm of the Moomin series in relation to her life through approximately 300 artworks and objects, including early oil paintings, caricatures from pre- and post-World II, original drawings and sketches of Moomin novels and comics, and her personal items." [from the Exhibition Website]
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Second Exhibition
Leo Lionni: Creation of Picture BooksVenue
Hikarie Hall (Shibuya Hikarie 9F)
(https://www.hikarie.jp/access/)Admission Fee
¥2,400Information about the exhibition
https://www.bunkamura.co.jp/english/museum/20250705.html"Leo Lionni was a leading figure in children’s picture book, known for his many award-winning titles, including Little Blue and Little Yellow, Swimmy, and Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse, which latter two are featured in elementary school textbooks in Japan. Throughout his life, he was involved in a wide range of creativity, such as graphic design, art direction, and the production of children’s books.
Among his varied working experiences, this exhibition will highlight the works on the children’s books that Lionni began creating at the age of 49. We will showcase the diverse techniques that he employed with his characteristic flair, especially on paper collages for example, which developed from his practice and vision as an art director. In addition to the original works from his children’s books, the exhibition will also feature exclusive moving image and other contents, offering visitors a chance to explore Lionni’s worldview in various ways. Join us in uncovering the messages behind his works and discover why those books have been loved by people of all ages around the world." [from the Exhibition Website]++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Chat session
We will take a coffee break between the first and second show to have a chat session.
