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Omotesando and Minami-Aoyama are renowned as hubs of innovative art and design.
The artworks are exhibited in our gallery in a great place where people with a deep understanding of art.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.46 | Photographer and Artist Hiroaki Konishi Solo Exhibition “peripheral portraits”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present the 46th installment of the ADF Art Gallery Project, “peripheral portraits,” a solo exhibition by photographer and artist Hiroaki Konishi, on view at GARDE Gallery in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, from August 7 to August 26, 2026. An opening reception will be held on August 7, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and all visitors are welcome to attend.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.45 | Artist Takeshi Sumi "Rhythm wears Life" Workshop

As a special event related to the ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.45 exhibition Rhythm wears Life, artist Takeshi Sumi will host two hands-on workshops.

Currently on view at GARDE Gallery, the exhibition presents works in which Sumi applies embroidery and delicate slit techniques to portrait photographs, transforming the fixed nature of photography into new expressions of beauty and interconnected life. During the workshops, participants will have the opportunity to experience the actual techniques used in his artistic practice while receiving guidance directly from the artist. This is a rare opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of his creative process and artistic vision.

Advance registration is required, and participation is limited on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants are welcome to bring their own photographic prints if they wish to apply embroidery or slit techniques to them. We look forward to welcoming you.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.45 | Artist Takeshi Sumi Solo Exhibition “Rhythm wears Life”

ADF(Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present the 45th edition of its “ADF Art Gallery Project,” featuring "Rhythm wears Life," a solo exhibition by artist Takeshi Sumi, at GARDE Gallery from July 10 to July 29, 2026. The opening reception will be held on Friday, July 10, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please feel free to join us.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.44 | WAKANA Solo Exhibition “i c m y”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "i c m y," a solo exhibition by artist WAKANA, as the 44th installment of the ADF Art Gallery Project. The exhibition features new works that explore the intersection of time and emotion through the distances and overlapping relationships between balloons.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.42 | Tokyo Design Academy 2026 Graduation Exhibition

Tokyo Design Academy 2026 Graduation Exhibition
ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "Tokyo Design Academy 2026 Graduation Exhibition", the 42nd exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by Tokyo Design Academy, from May 8 to May 28, 2026, at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.41 | Artist Yosuke Yamanouchi Solo Exhibition “Yosuke Yamanouchi”

Rendering the Changing Body and Mind Through Painting
ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "Yosuke Yamanouchi", the 41st exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by Yosuke Yamanouchi, from April 17 to April 30, 2026, at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo.

Image: "Head statue"
Year: 2026
Oil on canvas
P20 (727×530 mm)

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.40 | SAKI CHIARA Solo Exhibition “HOLD THE UNIVERSE IN YOUR HEART - DOUDEMOYOI -”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "HOLD THE UNIVERSE IN YOUR HEART - DOUDEMOYOI -", the 40th exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by SAKI CHIARA, from April 3 to April 15, 2026, at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.39 | Rin Ito Solo Exhibition “Depth”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "Depth", the 39th exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by Rin Ito, from 17 to 31 March 2026 at GARDE Gallery at Omotesando, Tokyo.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.38 | Nicola Maniero Solo Exhibition “TOKYO URBAN PORTRAITS”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present “TOKYO URBAN PORTRAITS,” the 38th exhibition of the ADF Art Gallery Project by Nicola Maniero. The exhibition will be held from 2 to 13 March 2026 at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.37 | Isana Shinomiya Solo Exhibition “Things That Will One Day Be Scorched and Shine”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present “Things That Will One Day Be Scorched and Shine,” the 37th exhibition of the “ADF Art Gallery Project” by artist Isana Shinomiya, from 7 to 21 February 2026 at GARDE Gallery in Omotesando, Tokyo. An opening party will be held on Friday, 6 February from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.36 Akira Inumaru "The Garden of Lights"

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present "The Garden of Lights", the 36th exhibition of the "ADF Art Gallery Project" by artist Akira Inumaru, from 10 to 22 October 2025 at GARDE Gallery at Omotesando, Tokyo.

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol. 35: Namae Myoji and Ayuko Takahashi's Two-Person Exhibition “Unframing the bodies”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) is pleased to present “Unframing the bodies,” the 35th exhibition of the “ADF Art Gallery Project,” by artists Namae Myoji and Ayuko Takahashi, from Friday, September 5 to Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Dates: September 5–20, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Venue: GARDE Gallery (ALLIANCE Building 4F, 5-2-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Closed: Sundays and national holidays

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.34: HARUNA SHIKATA Solo Exhibition “Overwrite”

From August 1 (Fri) to August 9 (Sat), 2025, the solo exhibition “Overwrite” by artist HARUNA SHIKATA will be held at GARDE Gallery in Tokyo.

Exhibition Information:
Period: Friday, August 1 – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Hours: 11:00 – 18:00 (Closes at 16:00 on the final day)
Venue: Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) GARDE Gallery, 4F NBF ALLIANCE Bldg., 5-2-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Admission: Free

ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.33 - Takeshi Sumi Solo Exhibition “concorde”

ADF (NPO Aoyama Design Forum) will present the ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.33 – Takeshi Sumi Solo Exhibition “concorde” at GARDE Gallery.

Period: Friday, May 30 – Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Venue: GARDE Gallery (NBF ALLIANCE Building 4F, 5-2-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Closed: Saturday, June 21; Sunday, June 22; Saturday, June 28; Sunday, June 29

Admission: Free

Artwork by Tsuyoshi Sumi Now Available for Purchase
In conjunction with ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.33 “concorde,” a selection of artworks by artist Tsuyoshi Sumi is now available for purchase.
Sumi’s unique approach involves delicate handwork applied to photographs—such as slits and embroidery—bringing invisible sensations and the theme of “harmony” between people and subjects into visual form.

His works go beyond sight to engage the viewer on a physical and emotional level.
In addition to photographic pieces, this exhibition features a wide range of techniques, all created through analog methods that reflect the artist’s physical presence and acceptance of chance.

For more information, please refer to the price list here.

*Access is limited to ADF members only. All works are available in limited quantities and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. For further details, please contact the address listed on the page.

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