ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.33 — Tsuyoshi Sumi Solo Exhibition “concorde”
The NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) will host “concorde,” a solo exhibition by Tsuyoshi Sumi, as part of its ADF Art Gallery Project Vol.33. The title “concorde,” meaning “harmony” in French, reflects the artist's exploration of harmony between the subject, himself, and others through photography enhanced with delicate handcraft techniques.
Sumi’s approach incorporates slits, embroidery, and other physical interventions into photographic prints, visualizing invisible sensations and presences beyond visual data. These expressions act as bridges across asymmetrical relationships and expand the boundaries of photographic art.
In addition to photographic works, the exhibition features pieces created using a variety of analog techniques. These works, rooted in physicality and chance, reveal Sumi’s ongoing pursuit of harmony with his subjects.
Exhibition Period: May 30 (Fri) – June 14 (Sat), 2025
Venue: GARDE Gallery (4F, NBF ALLIANCE Bldg., 5-2-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Admission: Free
Image: Bird moult
ADF/GARDE Member Price: 90,000 (excluding shipping)
URL: https://tinyurl.com/yc7ut8d6

TOP 30th Anniversary TOP Collection: Continuity and Change
The Tokyo Photographic Art Museum is pleased to present a TOP Collection exhibition commemorating the 30th anniversary of our opening. Five curators collaborated on this omnibus-format exhibition, which brings together carefully selected works from our collection to offer multiple perspectives on the media of photography and film.
The exhibition title, Continuity and Change, is a translation of the phrase fueki ryuko, derived from a description by the haiku poet Matsuo Basho (1644–1694) of the essential mindset for haiku. His words – “Without knowing continuity, foundations cannot be established; without knowing change, new winds will not arise” – serve as a guiding principle for engaging with art even today. Embracing the spirit of continuity and change, this exhibition seeks to deepen our understanding of art of the past and its relevance to the present day while remaining attuned to contemporary creative practices and cultural currents. In five thematic sections, it presents works in the collection, from the 19th and 20th centuries to the present, for your interpretation.
There are no single ways to interpret these works, nor definite answers to the questions they raise. We hope that each visitor will derive their own discoveries and insights from the works and share them, enriching their viewing experience in the process.
Exhibition Period: April 5 (Sat) – June 22 (Sun), 2025
Closed: Mondays (except May 5), May 7
Admission:
Adults: 700 (560 for groups)
College Students: 560 (440 for groups)
High School Students and Seniors (65+): 350 (280 for groups)
*Free admission for junior high school students and younger, holders of Japan’s disability identification cards (shogaisha techo) together with up to two caregivers, and holders of the TOPMUSEUM PASSPORT 2025.
*Those over 65 years old receive free admission on the third Wednesday of every month by presenting proof of age at the ticket counter.
Venue: Tokyo Photographic Art Museum (TOPMUSEUM), 3F Exhibition Gallery
URL: https://tinyurl.com/3rj7b3dv

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa: "ALTEMY PARK IN PROGRESS"
The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, is hosting “ALTEMY PARK IN PROGRESS” from May 20 (Tue) to October 5 (Sun), 2025.
This exhibition is presented by the architectural design studio ALTEMY, which reconsiders the relationship between people and architecture. By incorporating subtle interventions into spaces, ALTEMY alters our perception of everyday life and invites visitors to gain new perspectives.
In this exhibition, the museum's very architecture is reinterpreted. By weaving subtle moments of “discomfort” into the familiar environment, the installation encourages viewers to question their own sense of normalcy and experience a gentle disturbance to their routine assumptions.
Exhibition Period: May 20 (Tue) – October 5 (Sun), 2025
Venue: 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa – Design Gallery and Interaction Zone
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (until 8:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays)
Admission: Free
Closed: Mondays (Open on July 21, August 11, and September 15; closed on July 22, August 12, and September 16)
URL: https://www.kanazawa21.jp

Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo: "MOT Plus Soundwalk Collective & Patti Smith | Correspondences"
The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo presents an immersive audiovisual exhibition by Soundwalk Collective and Patti Smith. This installation explores themes of memory, sound, poetry, and visual art, addressing contemporary social issues through a multidisciplinary lens.
Visitors can experience a powerful and poetic space where sonic memory, spoken word, and image intertwine, revealing new forms of correspondence between people, time, and the world.
Exhibition Period: April 26 (Sat) – June 29 (Sun), 2025
Closed: Mondays (open on May 5), and May 7
Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (last admission 30 minutes before closing)
Admission: Adults 1,800 / Children (elementary and younger) free
Venue: Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, Special Exhibition Gallery B2F
Co-organized by: Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo and YY Inc.
Inquiries: +81-3-5245-4111 (main)
Related Program: Artist Talk scheduled for April 26. Details available on the museum’s official website.
Image: Main Visual
URL: https://tinyurl.com/mpb7tjvc

Tokyo Art Museum: "Searching for Angels in Paintings"
Tokyo Art Museum presents the exhibition "Searching for Angels in Paintings" from April 5 (Sat) to June 29 (Sun), 2025. Featuring works by Klaus Pfeiffer, the exhibition offers an opportunity to reconsider the presence of angels in today's world through contemporary perspectives.
Through evocative artworks and thoughtful curation, visitors are encouraged to explore how the concept of angels resonates within modern society, and to reflect on the symbolic meanings they carry.
Exhibition Period: April 5 (Sat) – June 29 (Sun), 2025
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM (last admission 6:00 PM)
Open Days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Closed: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Admission:

General: 500
High School & University Students: 400
Elementary & Junior High School Students: 300

Venue: Tokyo Art Museum
Organized by: Tokyo Art Museum
Curated by: Plaza Foundation
URL: http://www.tokyoartmuseum.com/

Dojima River Forum: "Immersive Museum OSAKA 2025 – Impressionists and Ukiyo-e: Gogh and Hokusai, Monet and Hiroshige"
"Immersive Museum OSAKA 2025 – Impressionists and Ukiyo-e: Gogh and Hokusai, Monet and Hiroshige" will be held at Dojima River Forum from May 31 (Sat) to September 5 (Fri), 2025.
This marks the third edition of the Immersive Museum OSAKA series. Following 2023’s theme of "Impressionism" and 2024’s "Post-Impressionism", the 2025 edition focuses on the dialogue between Western Impressionists such as Van Gogh and Monet, and Japanese ukiyo-e masters like Hokusai and Hiroshige. The exhibition explores their artistic exchange through immersive experiences.
Exhibition Period: May 31 (Sat) – September 5 (Fri), 2025
*Closed from June 24 (Tue) to July 3 (Thu), 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (last admission 7:00 PM)
Venue: Dojima River Forum
1-1-17 Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka 553-0003
General Ticket Sales Begin: April 1 (Tue), 2025 at 10:00 AM
Admission (tax included):

Advance Tickets
General (Weekdays): 2,500 | (Weekends & Holidays): 2,700
Junior & Senior High School Students: 1,800
Elementary School Students: 800
Disability Discount: 2,000

Same-Day Tickets
General (Weekdays): 2,700 | (Weekends & Holidays): 2,900
Junior & Senior High School Students: 2,000
Elementary School Students: 1,000
Disability Discount: 2,200


Special Summer Holiday Pricing: From August 12 (Tue) to August 22 (Fri), weekday admission will be charged at weekend/holiday rates.
Age Restrictions:
Children of elementary school age and above require a ticket. Up to two preschool children are admitted free when accompanied by a guardian. Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that ID or student cards may be requested.
URL: https://www.dojimariver.com/

POLA Museum of Art: "Ryan Gander: You Complete Me"
The POLA Museum of Art presents “Ryan Gander: You Complete Me” from May 31 (Sat) to November 30 (Sun), 2025. Ryan Gander is a UK-based artist known for his diverse and interdisciplinary approach. His work spans a wide range of media including painting, sculpture, video, text, VR installations, architecture, publications, typography, rituals, and performance.
Throughout his career, Gander has explored and questioned the frameworks and meanings of art, earning international recognition. In addition to his artistic practice, he is active in curating exhibitions, teaching at universities and art institutions, and supporting children's creative development. He also engages in the promotion of art and culture through writing, editing, and television production.
This exhibition will showcase 18 works across multiple spaces within the museum, the majority of which are being shown in Japan for the first time, including several newly commissioned pieces created specifically for this exhibition. Visitors will have a rare opportunity to witness the current state of one of today’s most prominent contemporary artists.
Exhibition Period: May 31 (Sat) – November 30 (Sun), 2025
*Open daily during the exhibition period
Venue: POLA Museum of Art (Atrium Gallery, Exhibition Room 4, Lobby)
Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last admission: 4:30 PM)
Admission (tax included):
Adults (including seniors): 2,200
University/High School Students: 1,700
Junior High School Students and younger: Free
Persons with disability certificates and one accompanying person: 1,100
*Group discounts available
Image: Closed systems, 2024
Courtesy the artist and TARO NASU, Tokyo. Photo: Ryan Gander Studio
URL: https://tinyurl.com/ns3bt5mx

Gallery Tsukigime: "Soft Panic" Solo Exhibition by nico ito
The solo exhibition “Soft Panic” by visual artist nico ito will be held at Gallery Tsukigime from June 7 (Sat) to June 29 (Sun), 2025.
The exhibition title expresses the artist’s desire to capture and present the subtle discomforts and vague unease felt in everyday life using catchy and evocative language. Through this solo show, nico ito invites viewers to engage with emotional nuance and ambiguity through visual expression.
Exhibition Period: June 7 (Sat) – June 29 (Sun), 2025
*Closed on Mondays
Hours:
Tuesday–Saturday: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Gallery Tsukigime
URL: https://tsukigime.space/

WHAT CAFÉ: "WHAT CAFE EXHIBITION vol.42: Framing Motion"
The group exhibition “WHAT CAFE EXHIBITION vol.42: Framing Motion” will be held at WHAT CAFÉ from June 27 (Fri) to July 8 (Tue), 2025, featuring works by 16 emerging artists. Curated by Hironori Noma, the exhibition focuses on the act of capturing various forms of "motion"—such as inner fluctuation, technical exploration, and cultural perspective—within the frame of visual art.
Approximately 130 works will be showcased, visualizing “motion” through diverse techniques and mediums. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of styles, from graphical depictions of figures and animals to detailed realism and abstract expression.
Exhibition Period: June 27 (Fri) – July 8 (Tue), 2025
Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closes at 5:00 PM on the final day)
Venue: WHAT CAFÉ
URL: https://tinyurl.com/rcuktm4b

Art or Bifun or Hakuchu: "Deconstructive Decoration" by Souya Handa
The group exhibition “Deconstructive Decoration” by Souya Handa will be held at the gallery-restaurant hybrid “Art or Bifun or Hakuchu” in Roppongi from June 3 (Tue) to June 28 (Sat), 2025. This exhibition features six participating artists and is curated by Souya Handa, a rising independent curator and artist currently active in New York.
The show explores the boundaries between ornamentation and deconstruction, challenging conventional aesthetics through diverse media and conceptual frameworks. It promises to offer an intellectually stimulating and visually engaging experience in an unconventional exhibition space.
Exhibition Period: June 3 (Tue) – June 28 (Sat), 2025
Hours: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Venue: Art or Bifun or Hakuchu
URL: https://tinyurl.com/mt2uk83z

Gallery & Bakery Tokyo 8min: "Links, Embed Images" by Ryoko Kumakura and Yoshihiko Yamazaki
The two-person exhibition “Links, Embed Images” by Ryoko Kumakura and Yoshihiko Yamazaki will be held at Gallery & Bakery Tokyo 8min from May 31 (Sat) to July 1 (Tue), 2025.
Both artists, born in the early 1990s, belong to the digital native generation. While incorporating digital thinking and techniques into their creative processes, they remain committed to the traditional medium of painting. The exhibition highlights how their analog expressions coexist with contemporary sensibilities, exploring the boundaries between old and new in artistic practice.
Exhibition Period: May 31 (Sat) – July 1 (Tue), 2025
Hours: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Gallery & Bakery Tokyo 8min
URL: https://tinyurl.com/zzytwtjy

tHE GALLERY HARAJUKU: "NOWHERE" by BAKENEKO
The solo exhibition “NOWHERE” by BAKENEKO will be held at tHE GALLERY HARAJUKU from May 31 (Sat) to June 15 (Sun), 2025.
BAKENEKO is a Japanese-American artist who began their career in street art. After relocating to the United States, they expanded into digital art and held their first solo exhibition in Seattle in 2021. This exhibition marks their solo debut in Tokyo, presenting works that reflect a blend of cultural backgrounds and contemporary artistic approaches.
Exhibition Period: May 31 (Sat) – June 15 (Sun), 2025
Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Venue: tHE GALLERY HARAJUKU
URL: https://tinyurl.com/bdhnpks4