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Tokyo National Museum

Spring has arrived at the museum. The Tokyo National Museum (Director: Makoto Fujiwara) will once again be holding its annual spring event, "Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Museum."
In the main building, you can see masterpieces of Japanese art with a cherry blossom motif in each exhibition room. In addition, about 10 varieties of cherry blossoms bloom one after another in the garden. In addition to viewing the artworks, you can also enjoy a stroll through the garden and various events.

■ Cherry blossom viewing in the main building
In the exhibition rooms of the main building, which mainly exhibits Japanese art, you can see a variety of works, including a painting of a famous cherry blossom spot, "Arashiyama Spring Scene," as well as ceramics and lacquerware with a cherry blossom motif, such as "Colored Cherry Blossom Tree Design Open Bowl" and "Sakura Saigyo Maki-e Inkstone Box."
The captions of the relevant works will have a cherry blossom mark, so please look for it and enjoy the cherry blossoms in the exhibition room.
*The following exhibits on the second floor of the Main Building will be closed until Tuesday, April 7th: "Folding Screens and Sliding Door Paintings," "Furnishings for Everyday Life," "The Development of Calligraphy and Painting," "Noh and Kabuki," and "Ukiyo-e and Costumes."

[Major exhibits] *All works are from the Tokyo National Museum

1. Spring Scene of Arashiyama (Arashiyama Shunkei), by Shiokawa Bunrin, 1873 (Meiji 6), donated by Shiokawa Bunrin
March 10th (Tue) – April 19th (Sun) Exhibition in the "Modern Art" section on the first floor of the Main Building
Bunrin was born in Kyoto and was active from the end of the Edo period to the early Meiji period, making him one of the painters who laid the foundations for the modern Kyoto art world. Known also as a master of landscape painting, this work depicts a scene from Arashiyama, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot. The depiction of the misty, hazy atmosphere that envelops the entire painting makes the delicate cherry blossoms in Arashiyama even more beautiful. Bunrin himself donated this work to the museum.

2. Openwork Bowl with Cherry Blossom Design (Iroe Oujuzu Suka Shibachi), by Ninnami Dohachi, Edo Period, 19th Century
March 10th (Tue) – May 31st (Sun) Exhibition in the Ceramics section on the 1st floor of the Main Building
Cherry blossoms in full bloom are depicted on both the inside and outside of the vessel using pointillism with mainly white, red, and blue paint. The multiple openwork patterns near the rim are also skillfully applied, and when you peer into the vessel, you can almost feel the wind rustling the flowers, making this an exciting piece.

3. Sword Guard with Cherry Blossoms and Mountain Magpies, by Tsukada Hidekyo, 1870
March 3rd (Tue) – May 24th (Sun) On display at "Swords" on the 1st floor of the Main Building
As if celebrating the tranquil spring, a mountain magpie dances within the tsuba, and cherry blossoms bloom. The relaxed atmosphere is created by the way the spreading tail and the shape of the cherry blossom branches harmonize with the white space. This tsuba was made shortly after the end of the samurai era, but the engraving techniques and refined sensibility cultivated in sword fittings have had a major influence on modern metalwork.

4. Sakura Saigyo Makie Suzuribako (Sakura Saigyo Makie Suzuribako), Edo period, 18th century
March 17th (Tue) – May 24th (Sun) Exhibition at "Lacquerware" on the 1st floor of the Main Building
The image of a wandering old monk gazing at cherry blossoms is a standard representation of the early modern "Hanami Saigyo" (cherry blossom viewing) scene. The inside of the lid shows a completely different view, overlooking Mount Hiei from the eastern shore of Lake Biwa. In 1189, Saigyo composed his final waka poem with Jien while gazing at Lake Biwa from Mount Hiei, and passed away the following year during the cherry blossom season. The design and composition of this piece is thought to have been intended to evoke in the user the life of Saigyo.

5. Gourd-shaped sake container, made by Funada Ikkoto, Edo period, 1843 (Tempo 14)
March 10th (Tue) – May 31st (Sun) Exhibition at "Metalwork" on the 1st floor of the Main Building
This gourd-shaped sake container is made by joining dark shibuichi (a silver and copper alloy) and red suaka (plain copper) diagonally, and features scattered golden cherry blossoms at the bottom and a silver moon shrouded in clouds at the top. It is the work of Funada Ikkin, who studied under the renowned swordsmith Goto Ichijo.
Cherry blossom viewing has always been accompanied by sake and bento boxes, and this stylish sake container would look great at a cherry blossom viewing party.

■ Cherry Blossom Events *No prior registration required, participation is free (however, admission fee is required on the day)

◆ Guided tours and slide talks by volunteers
During the "Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Museum" event, volunteer guided tours and slide talks will introduce the trees and cherry blossoms on the premises, as well as artwork related to cherry blossom viewing.
Please check our website for dates, times, and details of volunteer guided tours and slide talks.
*The contents may change depending on the weather, etc.

◆ "Tokyo National Museum Coloring Book"
In conjunction with "Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Museum," you can enjoy coloring the "Colored Cherry Blossom Plate" from our museum collection.
Please also take a look at the colors and expressions used in the works in the exhibition room.

Dates: March 10th (Tue) – April 19th (Sun)
Hours: 9:30am – 5:00pm, open until 8:00pm during night hours
Venue: Main Building Special Room 4

◆Cherry Blossom Viewing Yoga in the Horyuji Treasure Museum
We will be holding a "Cherry Blossom Viewing Yoga" event that anyone can feel free to join.

Date and time: Thursday, March 26th
(1) 13:00-13:30
(2) 14:00-14:30
(3) 15:00-15:30 (reception opens 15 minutes before each session)
Location: Entrance to the Horyuji Treasure Gallery
*Only the first 20 people will be accepted, and participation is free (however, admission fee for the day is required)
*Please check our website for details.

Tohaku Haiku Society "A Haiku at Cherry Blossom Viewing"
During the "Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Museum" event, we are accepting haiku submissions with a cherry blossom theme. Why not try writing a haiku about a cherry blossom garden or a work of art with a cherry blossom motif?
For details on how to apply, please visit our website.

■About strolling around the garden
In the garden, about 10 varieties of cherry blossoms bloom one after another, including Somei Yoshino, Oshima cherry, and weeping Edohigan cherry. You can also sit on the stone bench in front of the pond and relax and enjoy the view. This is the best season for a stroll, so please enjoy the cherry blossoms in the garden along with the cherry blossom artworks in the exhibition room.

Opening hours: 9:30am – 5:00pm
*Due to weather or maintenance work, the trail may be closed or the walking area may be restricted.
*You cannot enter the tea house in the garden.

■Other special features and projects to be held in March 2026
*For further details, please visit our website.

Special feature: "Calligraphy and Painting in the Late Ming and Early Qing Dynasties: Dreams in Chaotic Times"
January 1, 2026 (Thursday/Holiday) – March 22, 2026 (Sunday) Toyokan Room 8

Special Feature: 60th Anniversary of the Normalization of Diplomatic Relations between Japan and South Korea
"A Treasure Box of Korean Art: Welcoming the Collection of the National Museum of Korea"
February 10th (Tuesday) – April 5th (Sunday), 2026 Main Building Special Room 1, Special Room 2

Special Feature: "The Rich Lifestyle of Formosa (Beautiful Island)" – Materials on the Indigenous Peoples of Taiwan –
March 10th (Tue) – May 31st (Sun), 2026 Heiseikan Special Exhibition Room

["Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Museum" Visitor Information]
Date: March 10th (Tuesday) – April 5th (Sunday), 2026
Opening hours: 9:30am – 5pm
* Open until 8:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. * Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Closed: Mondays
*However, the museum will be open on Monday, March 30th.
*Rooms 7-10 in the Main Building and the Heiseikan Archaeological Exhibition Room will be closed until Tuesday, April 7th.
*Room 8 of the Toyokan will be closed from March 24th (Tue) to April 7th (Tue).
Admission fee: 1,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for university students
*Free admission for high school students and younger, those under 18, and those 70 and older.
Please show proof of age when entering the museum.
*Free admission for disabled people and one caregiver.
Please present your disability certificate when entering the building.
*Additional fees apply for paid events.
Access: 10 minutes walk from JR Ueno Station Park Exit or Uguisudani Station South Exit
15 minutes on foot from Tokyo Metro Ueno Station or Nezu Station, or Keisei Electric Railway Keisei Ueno Station
Inquiries: 050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)
Website: https://www.tnm.jp/

*The dates, opening days, opening hours, exhibited works, exhibition period, and event content may be subject to change due to future circumstances. Please check the museum's website for further details.

[Tokyo National Museum] Press release

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Ueno Toshogu Shrine

More than 500 plants of 110 species, including rare varieties such as "Zipangu" and "Shakudou no Kagayaki" and unusual green peonies, decorate the garden in spring.

Ueno Toshogu Shrine (located in Ueno Onshi Park, Taito Ward, Tokyo) will be holding the 47th Ueno Toshogu Shrine Spring Peony Festival from Saturday, April 4th to Wednesday, May 6th, 2026.
The shrine is located in Ueno Park and enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, Tokugawa Yoshimune, and Tokugawa Yoshinobu.

This event is attended by many people every year, with over 30,000 people visiting the park last year.

At the Spring Peony Festival, you can enjoy over 500 peony plants of 110 varieties, developed in Japan, China, America, France, etc., along with the changing flowers that vary depending on the variety. In addition to the classic flower colors of red and pink, you can also enjoy rare yellow varieties.

The garden is enveloped in fresh greenery and the warmth of spring, and the flowers change with each passing day.
The flowering status will be posted daily on our official Instagram.
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utbotanen_official/

■Outline of the 47th Ueno Toshogu Shrine Spring Peony Festival
Event period: Saturday, April 4th, 2026 to Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 *Open every day during the period
Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (last admission)
Admission fee: Adults (junior high school students and above) 1,000 yen, groups (15 or more) 800 yen, admission ticket for the event period 2,500 yen, free for elementary school students and below
Address: 9-88 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0007
TEL: 03-3822-3575 (Peony Garden)
Access: 5 minutes walk from the Park Exit of JR Ueno Station
5 minutes walk from Ikenohata exit of Keisei Ueno Station on the Keisei Electric Railway
10 minutes walk from Exit 2 of Nezu Station on the Tokyo Metro

[Zipangu]
It is a yellow, thousand-flowered variety, and its fragrance is one of its characteristics.

[Brilliance of Red Copper]
This is a rare variety with yellow and pinkish orange petals.

■ Message from the Director of Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden
We have been caring for the peonies throughout the year in preparation for the spring Peony Festival.
The buds are healthy again this year, and I hope everyone will be able to see beautiful flowers.
Please enjoy the spring peonies along with the fresh greenery and seasonal flowers.
Shingo Ono, Director of Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden

■Ueno Toshogu Shrine Peony Garden
Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden was opened in April 1980 to commemorate friendship between Japan and China, on the grounds of Ueno Toshogu Shrine, which enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu as its deity. The strolling Japanese garden is planted with peonies, and currently 500 plants of 110 varieties are cultivated in the spring, and 160 plants of 40 varieties are cultivated in the winter. In addition, in the fall, 200 plants of approximately 100 varieties of dahlias (also known as Tenjiku peonies) are exhibited, allowing you to enjoy seasonal flowers.
Enjoy the Edo atmosphere at your leisure in the lush green Ueno area, located in the heart of Tokyo.
Official website: https://uenobotanen.com/
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utbotanen_official/

[Toshogu Shrine] Press release

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March 28th (Sat) – May 10th (Sun) 2026 at Ueno Geidai Art Plaza (free admission)

Geidai Art Plaza ( https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/ ) is a gallery operated on the campus of Tokyo University of the Arts' Faculty of Fine Arts (Ueno, Taito Ward) as a collaborative project between Shogakukan and Tokyo University of the Arts. From Saturday, March 28, 2026, they will be holding a special exhibition titled "Energy: What is Energy?" The exhibition will be themed around "energy," and will feature new works by 11 artists affiliated with or alumni of Tokyo University of the Arts. Admission is free, and photography is permitted.

Held on Saturday, March 28, 2026
Special exhibition "Energy: What is Energy?"

The special exhibition "Energy" is themed around energy in a broad sense, including invisible "force," "presence," and "heat." The exhibition features new works by 11 artists affiliated with or alumni of Tokyo University of the Arts, creating a space where the presence of energy can be visualized and experienced through sight, space, and the body. "Energy" is something we come into contact with every day but rarely pay attention to, but through art it allows viewers to reinterpret it sensorily and intuitively, offering an opportunity to ask themselves, "What does energy mean to me?"

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Special exhibition announcement page
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/30044/

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■ Exhibition Overview
Special exhibition name: Special exhibition "Energy: What is Energy?"
Venue: Geidai Art Plaza (Tokyo University of the Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts, 12-8 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo)
Dates: Saturday, March 28th, 2026 – Sunday, May 10th, 2026 *No rotation of exhibits
Admission fee: Free
Business hours: 10:00-18:00
Closed: Mondays *Open on public holidays, closed the following Tuesday
Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

*Business hours may change. Please check the official website and social media for the latest information.

■ Exhibiting artists (planned)
Imai Kanma / Ota Takeki / Kakinuma Miyu / Katayama Jo / Sakuta Michiko / Saji Mariko / Segawa Yumiko / Murao Yuka / Fujita Nono / Yamada Yuki / Yoshida Kaho

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What is Geidai Art Plaza?

Geidai Art Plaza is a gallery that exhibits and sells works by faculty, staff, students, and alumni of Tokyo University of the Arts (hereafter referred to as Geidai), which has produced many top artists. It is one of the precious places on the Geidai Ueno Campus that is open to the public and open to the public throughout the year. It began operation in 2018 as a collaborative project between Shogakukan and Geidai.

Currently, exhibitions with different themes are held every one or two months. Each special exhibition features 10 to 50 artists, bringing together works that are expressed using the diverse techniques and approaches unique to Geidai, including oil painting, Japanese painting, sculpture, crafts, and design.

Exhibition view of the special exhibition "Geidai Art Plaza Art Award Winners Exhibition 2026" to be held in January 2026
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/29190/

The store has a permanent exhibition corner called "LIFE WITH ART" that focuses on art that is close to daily life, such as tableware and accessories. The store also sells several "Drawing T-shirts (commonly known as Doro T)," which are one-of-a-kind items that have been drawn directly by Geidai artists. Admission to Geidai Art Plaza is free.

Taking photos and sharing them on social media is also welcome. We aim to be a place where anyone, not just art fans, can easily experience art.

Exhibition view of the permanent corner "LIFE WITH ART"

Drawing T-shirt exhibition view

The official online shop, "Tableware and T-shirt Store," is scheduled to open in September 2024. In addition to one-of-a-kind tableware, cutlery, teapots, tea bowls, and other items created by Geidai artists, it also sells a variety of original goods.

Official online shop "Tableware and T-shirt store"
https://geidaiartplz.base.shop/

Geidai Art Plaza Basic Information

■ Access
Nearest station: JR Ueno Station (Park Exit), Uguisudani Station, approx. 10-minute walk
About a 10-minute walk from Nezu Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
Approximately 15 minutes' walk from Ueno Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
About 15 minutes walk from Keisei Ueno Station on the Keisei Electric Railway
Take Toei Bus Route 26 (Kameido – Ueno Park) to Yanaka bus stop and walk for about 3 minutes

*There is no parking lot, so please refrain from coming by car.

■ Official SNS accounts
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/geidai_art_plaza
X:
https://x.com/artplaza_geidai
Podcasts (Spotify):
https://open.spotify.com/show/2FlkumYv9ScWy69UlBtqWy
Threads:
https://www.threads.net/@geidai_art_plaza

■ 2025-2026 Exhibition
January-March 2025 Special Exhibition "Geidai Art Plaza Art Award Winners Exhibition 2025"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/26551/
March-May 2025 Special Exhibition “Welcome to the art zoo!”
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/27319/
May-July 2025 Special Exhibition "Chasing Windmills: Regards to Don Quixote"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/27855/
August-October 2025 Special Exhibition "Geidai Art Plaza Art Award Winners Invitation Exhibition"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/27804/
October-November 2025 Special Exhibition "Time After Time"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/28865/
December 2025 – January 2026 Special Exhibition "Made in Art"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/29525/

■ Inquiries
Frequently asked questions are here
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/qa/

[Shogakukan Inc.] Press release

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Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

The exhibition "Swedish Paintings: Nordic Light, Everyday Brilliance" will be held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Ueno Park, Tokyo) from Tuesday, January 27th to Sunday, April 12th, 2026.
Starting at 10:00 on Friday, November 28th, we will be selling discounted weekday tickets and tickets with original exhibition merchandise. These will be available until stocks run out, so don't miss out!

Weekday-only tickets

❖ [Weekdays only] Advance pair tickets
This is a set of two general advance tickets at a great price.
You can purchase this ticket for 200 yen cheaper than regular advance tickets (600 yen cheaper than purchasing a regular ticket).

Sales price: 4,000 yen (tax included)
Sales period: November 28th (Friday) 10:00 ~ until sold out
Sales location: Available at ARTPASS and other play guides

*This is a set of two general advance tickets ( available only on weekdays ).
* Only one set per person can be purchased.
*This ticket can only be used on weekdays. It can also be used by one person on different dates.

❖ [Weekdays only] Ticket with audio guide
The navigator for the audio guide for this exhibition is JUJU, who has experienced the charm of Nordic items and culture as the MC of the NHK program "The World is Full of Things I Want."
With narration by voice actor Hino Satoshi, we will explore the charm of Swedish paintings!
This is a great value ticket that includes one general advance ticket and one audio guide exchange ticket.

[JUJU profile]
She made her major label debut in 2004. At age 18, she moved to New York, where she experienced a variety of musical cultures, including jazz, hip hop, club music, and soul, and launched her career as a singer. While releasing numerous hits such as "If You Want a Miracle…" and "Yasashisa de Afureru Youni," she has also attracted attention for her life's work of conveying stories through song, singing classics that transcend genres, Japan and the US, and generations, including the Japanese cover album "Request" series and the jazz album "DELICIOUS" series. In spring 2026, she will release the Western cover album "Showa Western Music: Jun Kissa JUJU 'Time Travel' produced by Masataka Matsutoya," and will embark on a nationwide hall tour to promote the album, "Junkissa JUJU 'Time Travel' directed by Masataka Matsutoya," starting in June.

Sales price: 2,700 yen (tax included)
Sales period: November 28th (Friday) 10:00 ~ until sold out
Sales location: Limited sale at Lawson Ticket
*This is a set ticket that includes one general advance ticket and one audio guide exchange ticket ( both valid only on weekdays ).
*Only one ticket can be purchased per person.
*Audio guides will be available for rental at the entrance to the venue only on the days and periods when the exhibition is open. The app version cannot be used.

Goods set ticket

❖Ticket with original sauna hat
Appreciating art is a luxurious time to "harmonize" the mind. This ticket includes an original sauna hat to deepen that "harmonizing" experience. The hat, made from high-quality Imabari towels, is decorated with embroidery of the Dalahäst, a traditional Swedish craft known as the "horse that brings happiness." In Sweden, saunas are called "Bastu," and are said to be an important time to reset the mind and body. Get off to a lucky start in the coming Year of the Horse with the Dalahäst, the horse that brings happiness!

・Unisex (free size)
・Material: Imabari brand, 100% cotton
Antibacterial and deodorizing fabric (SEK mark certified)
・Country of manufacture: Japan

Sales price: 7,000 yen (tax included)
Sales period: November 28th (Friday) 10:00 ~ until sold out
Sales location: Limited sale at Lawson Ticket
*Sales will end once the planned number of tickets is reached.
*The image is for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product.
*The original sauna hat can only be exchanged at the special shop within the venue on the opening days and during the opening hours of this exhibition.
*Available in the limited color (navy) for the goods set ticket.

❖Ticket with original Kewpie costume
This ticket comes with an original costume Kewpie doll dressed in the official Swedish national costume. It features a blue dress, yellow apron, and white hat. It's 100% Swedish! This adorable Kewpie doll is exclusive to this exhibition and is packed with the charm of Sweden.

・Body size: Approx. W27 x H36 x D16 mm
Material: Body: ATBC-PVC, Fabric: Polyester
Strap/Polyester, Iron, Brass
・Country of manufacture: Japan

Sales price: 3,200 yen (tax included)
Sales period: November 28th (Friday) 10:00 ~ until sold out
Sales location: Limited sale at Seven Ticket
*Sales will end once the planned number of tickets is reached.
*The image is for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product.
*The original costume Kewpie can only be exchanged at the special shop within the venue on the opening days and during the opening hours of this exhibition.
*The strap color (orange) is available only with the goods set ticket.

How to purchase

●Official ticket ARTPASS

●Electronic ticket "ASOVIEW!"
*When entering, you will need to complete the entry procedure on your smartphone. You will not be able to enter with a printed ticket or a screenshot of the screen.

● Electronic ticket "Sma Ticket"
*When entering, you will need to complete the entry procedure on your smartphone. You will not be able to enter with a printed ticket or a screenshot of the screen.
*To use Smart Ticket, you must install the ePlus app (free). Please check the recommended environment before using.
How to purchase Smart Ticket: https://eplus.jp/sf/guide/spticket

◎If you purchase your ticket at any of the ticket agencies listed below, you will need to get a paper ticket at a convenience store. You will not be able to enter by presenting your payment history or a screenshot of your ticket.
Please check the website of each retailer for fees and sales end dates before purchasing.

● Seven Ticket
In-store sales: Seven-Eleven stores (in-store multi-copy machines)
How to purchase in store: http://7ticket.jp/go/i000008

● Lawson Ticket
L code: 34607
In-store sales: Loppi machines in Lawson and Ministop stores
How to purchase in store: https://l-tike.com/concert/mevent/?mid=391437

● e+ (eplus)
In-store sales: FamilyMart stores (in-store multi-copy machines)
How to purchase in store: https://support-qa.eplus.jp/hc/ja/articles/6638367888665

● Ticket Pia
P-Code: 995-747
In-store sales: Seven-Eleven stores (in-store multi-copy machines)
How to purchase in store: https://t.pia.jp/guide/sej-t.jsp

● Boo-Woo Ticket

● CN Play Guide
In-store sales: FamilyMart stores (in-store multi-copy machines)
How to purchase in store: http://www.cnplayguide.com/familymart/

●Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Advance tickets will be sold at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum Museum Shop.
Regular tickets for the duration of the exhibition will be sold at the ticket counter of Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum.
During busy times, it may take some time from the time of purchase to the time of entry.

[Exhibition Overview]
Sweden is a country located on the Scandinavian Peninsula in northern Europe. This exhibition is a comprehensive introduction to paintings from the Golden Age of Swedish art, which has been attracting worldwide attention in recent years.
In Sweden, a young generation of artists began studying in France around 1880, and became fascinated with Realism, which portrays humans and nature as they are. When they returned home, they aimed to create art that was uniquely Swedish and reflected the country's identity, portraying nature, the people around them, and the brilliance hidden in everyday life in intimate and emotional expressions.
With the full cooperation of the Nationalmuseum of Sweden, this exhibition explores the uniquely Nordic sensibility of living in harmony with nature through fascinating paintings produced in Sweden from the late 19th century through to the 20th century.

[Event Overview]
Exhibition title: Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum 100th Anniversary Commemoration: Swedish Paintings: Nordic Light, the Brilliance of Everyday Life
Date: January 27th (Tuesday) – April 12th (Sunday), 2026
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Special Exhibition Room
Closed: Mondays, February 24th (Tuesday) *However, open on February 23rd (Monday, national holiday)
Opening hours: 9:30-17:30, until 20:00 on Fridays (last entry 30 minutes before closing)

Organized by: Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture), NHK, NHK Promotion, Tokyo Shimbun
Sponsored by: DNP Dai Nippon Printing Supported by: Embassy of Sweden Special cooperation: Nationalmuseum of Sweden
Cooperation: All Nippon Airways, Lufthansa Cargo AG Planning cooperation: S2

Admission fee: Tickets will go on sale on Friday, November 28th
Adults: 2,300 yen (2,100 yen), university and vocational school students: 1,300 yen (1,100 yen), those 65 and over: 1,600 yen (1,400 yen)
Free for those under 18 and high school students
*Prices include tax
*Advance ticket prices in parentheses *Free admission for those with a Physical Disability Certificate, Love Certificate, Rehabilitation Certificate, Mental Disability Health and Welfare Certificate, or Atomic Bomb Survivor Health Certificate, and their accompanying person (up to one person)
*Those under 18, high school students, university/vocational school students, those over 65, and those with various certificates must present proof of their age.
*Free admission for university and vocational school students only on weekdays from January 27th (Tue) to February 20th (Fri).

Inquiries: 050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)

*The session period, opening hours, and closed days may be subject to change.
Please check the official exhibition website for the latest information.

Official exhibition website: https://swedishpainting2026.jp
Exhibition Official X・Instagram: @swedish2026

[Travel information]
Yamaguchi Prefectural Museum of Art: April 28th (Tue) – June 21st (Sun), 2026 (planned)
Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art: Thursday, July 9th – Sunday, October 4th, 2026 (planned)

*This exhibition is part of the Swedish Embassy Year of Cultural and Scientific Cooperation in Japan 2026.

[Swedish Paintings: Nordic Light, Everyday Sparkle Public Relations Office] Press release

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Tokyo University of the Arts University Art Museum

Venue: The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts
Date: July 24, 2026 (Friday) to September 23, 2026 (Wednesday, holiday)

The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts (Ueno Park, Tokyo) is pleased to announce that it will be holding the exhibition "Geidai-style Art Friend: Become a Geidai Student This Summer" from Friday, July 24th, 2026 to Wednesday, September 23rd (national holiday).
Tokyo University of the Arts, Japan's only national comprehensive arts university, was founded in 1887 as the Tokyo School of Fine Arts and the Tokyo Music School, and over its 140-year history has been a hub for arts education and research, producing many outstanding artists and researchers. While the university enjoys nationwide recognition, the specific type of university and the type of students who attend it are not widely known, and in recent years interest has been building, as evidenced by the best-selling book "The Last Unexplored Place: Tokyo University of the Arts – The Chaotic Everyday Life of Geniuses" (2016, Shinchosha).

A simulated experience of art education at Tokyo University of the Arts.
This exhibition is part of a series called "Geidai-style Art's Friend," which will be held every summer for three years from 2026 to 2028. Comprised of a variety of themes related to Tokyo University of the Arts, this will be the first attempt to allow visitors to appreciate artworks while experiencing lecture-style exhibitions planned by current professors and lecturers.
The first exhibition in 2026 will focus on the Tokyo University of the Arts collection and approach "art" from various angles, including art history, practical skills, expression, appreciation, materials, preservation and restoration, etc. The venue will also feature workshops that people can easily participate in, and the exhibition is planned to be an easy-to-understand and enjoyable way for people of all ages to "take" "lectures."
Located on the university campus, this museum will provide visitors with the opportunity to virtually experience what it's like to be an art university student and learn about the depth and enjoyment of art.
Tokyo University of the Arts is putting all its efforts into this new exhibition, "Geidai-style Art Friend: Become a Geidai Student This Summer," and the first of these exhibitions will be held in the summer of 2026. We hope you will look forward to it.

[Event Overview]
Exhibition title: Geidai-style Art "Friendship" – Become a Geidai student this summer –
Dates: July 24th (Friday) to September 23rd (Wednesday, national holiday), 2026 *Scheduled
Venue: Tokyo University of the Arts University Art Museum Main Building Exhibition Rooms 1, 2, 3, 4[Ueno Park, Tokyo]
[Location] 12-8 Ueno Koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0007
Organizers: Tokyo University of the Arts, Yomiuri Shimbun
Inquiries: 050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)
Tokyo University of the Arts University Art Museum official website: https://museum.geidai.ac.jp
Official website: Under preparation
*Details will be announced on the official website as soon as they are decided.

[Teachers participating in this exhibition] *In alphabetical order
Daigo Ushijima (Intermedia Art Department, Intermedia Art Major)
Yasushi Okada (Cultural Heritage Conservation)
Hiroshi Kumazawa (University Art Museum)
Naoki Sato (Art Studies major, Department of Art)
Keishi Takashima (Japanese Painting Department, Painting Department)
Tomoko Taguchi and Ni Xue (Future Creation and Inheritance Center)
Ryo Furuta (General Supervisor, University Art Museum)
Sunao Maruyama (Design Department, Design Major)
Seiichiro Miida (Painting Department, Oil Painting Major (Printmaking))
Takenori Miyamoto (Oil Painting Department, Painting Department)
Murakami Takashi (University Art Museum)

[Works to be exhibited]

Yuki Ogura, "Path," 1966, Tokyo University of the Arts

Kuroda Seiki, "Dr. Tulp's Anatomy Lectures," 1888, Tokyo University of the Arts
Original work by Rembrandt van Rijn

Right) Shintaji, "Study of wood carving techniques using Kaikei's Seated Vairocana Statue," 1987
Tokyo University of the Arts
Left) Kaikei and An'ami "Seated Vairocana" Kamakura period/late 12th century – early 13th century
Tokyo University of the Arts

Tokyo University of the Arts (exterior)

[What is Tokyo University of the Arts?]
Tokyo University of the Arts is Japan's only national comprehensive arts university. It was established in May 1949 as a successor to the Tokyo School of Fine Arts (now the Faculty of Fine Arts) and the Tokyo Music School (now the Faculty of Music), both of which were founded in 1887. It comprises two faculties and 10 departments: the Faculty of Fine Arts (Department of Painting, Department of Sculpture, Department of Crafts, Department of Architecture, Department of Art) and the Faculty of Music (Department of Composition, Department of Vocal Music, Department of Instrumental Music, Department of Conducting, Department of Musicology), as well as an affiliated library.
Since then, the university has expanded and reorganized its faculties several times, and currently consists of two faculties and 14 departments: the Faculty of Fine Arts (Department of Painting, Department of Sculpture, Department of Crafts, Department of Design, Department of Architecture, Department of Interdisciplinary Art Expression, Department of Art) and the Faculty of Music (Department of Composition, Department of Vocal Music, Department of Instrumental Music, Department of Conducting, Department of Traditional Japanese Music, Department of Musicology, Department of Musical Environment Creation), as well as facilities such as the affiliated library, university art museum, and performing arts center.
In addition to Ueno Park, the university also has campuses in Toride City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and Senju, Adachi Ward. For approximately 140 years since its founding, the university has been at the center of art education and research, producing many outstanding artists, researchers, and educators in the arts field.

[From the "Geidai-style Art Friend" Secretariat] Press release

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Fukuoka's Christmas Advent, which has been visited by a total of 12 million people, finally comes to Tokyo

Location: Ueno Park, Hakamagoshi Square
Dates: 2025/11/19 (Wed) – 12/25 (Thu) Opening hours: 11:00-22:30 every day
11/19 (Wed) 18:00 Lighting Ceremony with surprise guest appearance

Official website: https://christmas-advent.jp/ueno/

"Christmas Advent," a winter tradition in Fukuoka, kicked off again this year on Saturday, November 1st at various locations across the city. Boasting a cumulative total of approximately 12 million visitors, this event is beloved by people of all ages and nationalities as a "Christmas to enjoy with all five senses" that combines light, music, and art. It will finally be held for the first time on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, at Hakamagoshi Square in Ueno Onshi Park, Tokyo. The lighting ceremony, which begins at 6:00 PM, will feature the Governor of Fukuoka Prefecture, the Mayor of Taito Ward, the Chairman of the Ueno Tourism Federation, and tenor Kazuma Kudo of the female vocal unit "Luminous," among others, taking to the stage for a spectacular ceremony filled with light and sound.

Date and time: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Location: Ueno Park, Hakamagoshi Square
Speakers: Fukuoka Prefecture Governor Seitaro Hattori, Taito Ward Mayor Yukio Hattori, Ueno Tourism Association Chairman Nobuhiro Nagaoka, General Producer Takehiro Saeki, and female vocal unit "Luminous" tenor Kazuma Kudo

A Christmas culture woven together with light, sound and art, passing it on to the future

Until now, Christmas events in Japan have mainly been consumer experiences such as "seeing" illuminations and "eating" at markets.
By holding the event in Tokyo, we aim to create an "experiential culture" that will transform the entire city into a theater. Our goal is not an "event" but "culture."
By combining the three pillars of light, sound, and art, people can experience happiness such as love, joy, peace, and hope through their five senses.
This sense of happiness spreads as altruism and empathy, creating a "chain of happiness" throughout the city. By 2030, we aim to become the world's largest Christmas market with 300 stores, surpassing the Christmas market in Stuttgart, Germany (approximately 280 stores). From Fukuoka to Tokyo and the world.
Now, in an age when people seek security and hope, we will deliver the "Happiest Christmas in the World" by wrapping the city in love and light.

■ Highlights [Light] A huge 5m wide Santa Christmas tree lights up, creating a new winter attraction

Ueno Park is garnering attention as a new spot for Christmas illuminations in Tokyo. At its center will be a giant Santa Claus measuring 5 meters wide and 3 meters tall. Countless illuminations will envelop the trees, transforming the entire park into a fantastical world of light. During the day, Santa, surrounded by the green trees and clear blue sky, welcomes visitors as a photo spot in harmony with nature. At night, the park is completely transformed, with countless lights enveloping it, creating a romantic and fantastical atmosphere. The scenery of Ueno Park changes with the changing seasons, adding a new story to winter Tokyo.

■ Highlights [Sound] Live performances by artists held daily (free)

A variety of artists will perform on the festival stage every day, creating a special evening of classical and pop music. The opening act will be "Luminous," a female vocal unit with music college alumni. Their vocals, as their name suggests, "emit light," bringing a vibrant color to a range of songs, from classical to pop. Next up will be young tenor Kazuma Kudo, who has won numerous awards at international opera competitions. He will captivate the audience with his clear voice and passionate performance. Starting on Sunday, December 14th, musical actress and singer Rinko Matsubara, who has earned acclaim for her roles in numerous classic musicals, including Eponine in "Les Sérables" and Hélène in "Miss Saigon," will make a special appearance. Her overwhelming expressiveness and clear vocals, cultivated on stage, will deliver a moving moment on a winter night.

■ Highlights [Art] A huge 6m-wide mural by emerging artist Torigoe Kazuki

A huge mural, measuring 6 meters and 3 meters wide, will be exhibited at the venue. Created by Fukuoka-born artist Kazuki Torigoe, known for his rough brushstrokes and unique technique known as "beyond stroke," the mural will envelop the space with overwhelming energy that stirs the emotions of viewers. It has also attracted attention as a work that inherits the spirit of the avant-garde art movement known as the "Kyushu School."

Kazuki Torikoshi
Born in Fukuoka Prefecture in 1986. Graduated from the Kyushu branch of Nippon Designer Gakuin. Known for his abstract expressions that seem to violently wrestle with the canvas. In order to get to the depths of human emotions and existence, he established his own unique technique, "Beyond Stroke," which goes beyond the limits of brushstroke. His intense expressions also evoke the spirit of the "Kyushu-ha" avant-garde art group that was born in Fukuoka.

■Other attractions [food and drink]
Introducing a mug exclusive to Ueno, Tokyo! A lineup of delicious gourmet foods that draws long lines in Fukuoka every year
Tokyo Ueno Limited Edition Mug (From November 28th)

The venue will be decorated with a variety of authentic gourmet foods that will warm your heart. This year, 12 popular Fukuoka restaurants will be gathering in Tokyo, allowing you to enjoy authentic flavors. Highlights include the ningyo-yaki (dumpling) of "San-chan," the official Christmas Advent mascot, which draws a line every year in Fukuoka, and the "Guru-Guru Sausage," made with an exquisite blend of coarsely ground pork, with a crispy skin and fragrant flavor. On cold nights, you can also enjoy rich hot chocolate in a Tokyo-exclusive mug. The melting texture and deep cocoa aroma will gently envelop you in the winter.
*Tokyo limited edition mugs will be on sale from Friday, November 28th

■ Highlights [Merchandise]
Limited-edition winter goods and artisan craft items imported directly from Europe
"Snow globe" and "candle holder"

At the venue, you'll also want to check out the craft items that will add color to your winter. One of them is a snow globe made with highly purified water from Austria. Carefully selected for its clear water and delicate snow powder, the slowly falling snow creates a fantastical world. It's a soothing item that captures the essence of winter, and just looking at it will soothe your soul. Also on display will be a clay candle holder crafted using traditional German techniques. This masterpiece of artisanal craftsmanship is made by layering colorful clay to create patterns, and when lit, the image appears. The soft light of the candle will envelop your table or windowsill, creating a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a European winter market. Both are perfect as a treat for yourself or as a gift for a loved one.

■ Operating company overview
Christmas Advent Office
Planning and management: Planning and management: Mr.Weihnachtsmann Co., Ltd.
Christmas Advent 2025 Tokyo Ueno Official Website
https://christmas-advent.jp/ueno/

From the press release of Mr. Weihnachtsmann Co., Ltd.

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National Museum of Nature and Science

"Dangerous Creatures" Special Moves = The "Serious" Power to Survive in a World of Survival of the Fittest

TBS Gloudia will be holding a special exhibition, "Extremely Dangerous Creatures: Tackling the Serious Nature of Living Creatures with Science," at the National Museum of Nature and Science (Ueno Park, Tokyo) from Saturday, March 14, 2026 to Sunday, June 14, 2026.

This exhibition introduces "dangerous creatures" – creatures whose ecology and abilities sometimes pose a threat to humans – and elucidates their hidden "special moves" from a scientific perspective. There are many creatures on Earth that possess incredible abilities or "special moves" for the purpose of "eating" or "protecting themselves."
The "Extremely Dangerous Creatures Exhibition" focuses on the "special moves" of "dangerous creatures" that humans cannot defeat, and uses the power of science to uncover their secrets, from the amazing ecology of dangerous creatures that you may not know about to the hidden dangers of familiar creatures.
The exhibits at the Dangerous Creatures Research Institute, which is made up of eight laboratories, will stimulate your intellectual curiosity about the mystery and depth of life, and allow you to experience the power of dangerous creatures.

Welcome to the Secret Dangerous Biology Laboratory!

[Highlights]
1. The trunk of an African elephant, which generates its incredible strength, is recreated in 3D using anatomy and the latest holographic technology!
② Enlarging dangerous microscopic creatures such as ticks and chiggers! Uncovering their secrets through science
3. The internal power generation mechanism of organisms that use electricity as a weapon is now fully visible using the latest transparent specimen technology!
4. We've carefully selected and showcased some of the most dangerous creatures and their killer moves from over 40 years of rare footage filmed across five continents and seven oceans!

■Area A "Human attack type dangerous creatures"

We will introduce creatures that use their own bodies as the ultimate weapon.

Lab 1: Power Fighter Type
Giant creatures such as African elephants and green anacondas. Discover the overwhelming power they generate.

Lab 2: Killer Bite Type
Tigers, great white sharks, and other wild animals that use their sharp fangs to kill their prey are all gathered together! Which creature has the strongest bite?

Lab 3: Weapon Type
Sharp horns, claws, thorns, scissors, hammers, and even saws. We take a closer look at the mysteries of dangerous creatures whose body parts can be used as weapons.

Lab 4: Swarm
At first glance, they may look like small insects or fish, but when they gather in groups, they swallow everything and become a tremendous threat.

■Area B "Special attack type dangerous creatures"

We will introduce creatures that have special abilities that go beyond physical attacks and that humans cannot imitate.

Lab 5: Highly toxic type
Scientific analysis of the toxins found in various organisms, from insects and reptiles to mammals.

Lab 6: Chemical Attack Type
These creatures have special moves that are like something out of a chemistry experiment, such as powerful farts, 100°C hot gas, and highly acidic gastric juices.

Lab 7: Electric Type
Creatures such as electric eels use electricity as a weapon. Their amazing power generation mechanisms are on display in special transparent specimens.

Lab 8: Bloodsucking
This book clearly explains not only how blood-sucking creatures work, but also the dangers of infectious diseases they transmit.

[Event Overview]
Exhibition name: Special exhibition "Extremely Dangerous Creatures: Tackling the Seriousness of Living Creatures with Science"
Date: March 14th (Sat) – June 14th (Sun), 2026
Venue: National Museum of Nature and Science (Ueno Park, Tokyo)
Organizers: National Museum of Nature and Science, TBS, TBS Gloudia, The Asahi Shimbun Company
Sponsor: Nozaki Printing and Paper Co., Ltd.
For inquiries, please call 050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)

Exhibition official website: https://chokikenseibutsuten.jp
Official X: @chokiken2026
Official Instagram: @chokiken2026
*Exhibition dates, opening hours, etc. may be subject to change.
*The latest information on admission fees, etc. will be announced on the official website as soon as it is confirmed.

[TBS Gloudia] Press Release

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December 6th, 2025 (Saturday) – January 12th, 2026 (Monday, national holiday) Held at Ueno Geidai Art Plaza (free admission)

Geidai Art Plaza ( https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/ ) is a gallery operated on the campus of Tokyo University of the Arts' Faculty of Fine Arts (Ueno, Taito Ward) as a collaborative project between Shogakukan and Tokyo University of the Arts with the concept of "making every day a special day with art." Starting on Saturday, December 6, 2025, the gallery will hold a special exhibition titled "Made in Art."
This exhibition, which began in 2023, has been well-received every year as a series showcasing the joy of having art in your everyday life, and this year marks its third time. It goes one step beyond simply viewing art. Admission is free, and photography is generally permitted. Don't miss it.

Held on Saturday, December 6, 2025
Special Exhibition "Made in Art"

Geidai Art Plaza is adjacent to various art museums, including the Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, and Geidai Museum of Art, and many people visit these museums. However, despite their interest in art, many people have yet to purchase artwork by contemporary artists.

Therefore, Geidai Art Plaza will once again be holding a special exhibition called "Made in Art" this year, based on the concept of "Buying your first art!" This exhibition, which began in 2023 and is now in its third year, will display and sell a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, aiming to allow more people to experience the "joy of purchasing and displaying art."

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Special exhibition announcement page
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/28826/

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Exhibiting artists (tentative)

three-dimensional
Aoki Ameiro, Ampharos popuhagi, Ishida Nanako, Okada Anri, Kosaka Rie, Sakuta Michiko, Takai Aoi, Takasugina, Nagakubo Hanako, Nakazato Izumi, Hirashima Tetsuya, Mikami So, Misawa Mone, Yokote Taiki

plane
Aoki Ayumi, Ichikawa Shiori, Iwasawa Yoshinori, Osugi Sachiko, Ota Takeki, Okada Yuri, Ogata Ryo, Ozawa Yukiho, Kakei Yukari, Katsuragawa Miho, Katayama Yuzuru, Kawakami Yanoko, Amanami, Kobayashi Azusa, Suzawa Mei, Shimakata Kohei, Shirakura Masaki, Tonoda Senga, Hayashi Juri, Furuya Aoi, and Watanabe Minami

■ Exhibition Overview

Exhibition name: "Made in Art"
Venue: Geidai Art Plaza (Tokyo University of the Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts, 12-8 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo)
Date: December 6, 2025 (Sat) – January 12, 2026 (Monday, holiday)
Admission fee: Free
Business hours: 10:00-18:00
Closed: Mondays *Closed for the New Year holidays from December 29th (Monday) to January 5th (Monday) Open on January 12th (Monday, national holiday)

*Business hours may change. Please check the official website and social media for the latest information.

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What is Geidai Art Plaza? – Make every day a special day with art –

Geidai Art Plaza is a gallery that exhibits and sells works by faculty, staff, students, and alumni of Tokyo University of the Arts (hereafter referred to as Geidai), which has produced many top artists. It is one of the precious places on the Geidai Ueno Campus that is open to the public and open to the public throughout the year. It began operation in 2018 as a collaborative project between Shogakukan and Geidai.

Currently, exhibitions with different themes are held every one or two months. Each special exhibition features 10 to 50 artists, bringing together works that are expressed using the diverse techniques and approaches unique to Geidai, including oil painting, Japanese painting, sculpture, crafts, and design.

A view from the second half of the special exhibition "Geidai Art Plaza Art Award Winners Invitation Exhibition" to be held in September-October 2025
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/28423/

The store has a permanent exhibition corner called "LIFE WITH ART" that focuses on art that is close to daily life, such as tableware and accessories. The store also sells several "Drawing T-shirts (commonly known as Doro T)," which are one-of-a-kind items that have been drawn directly by Geidai artists. Admission to Geidai Art Plaza is free.

Taking photos and sharing them on social media is also welcome. We aim to be a place where anyone, not just art fans, can easily experience art.

Exhibition view of the permanent corner "LIFE WITH ART"

Drawing T-shirt exhibition view

The official online shop, "Tableware and T-shirt Store," is scheduled to open in September 2024. In addition to one-of-a-kind tableware, cutlery, teapots, tea bowls, and other items created by Geidai artists, it also sells a variety of original goods.

Official online shop "Tableware and T-shirt store"
https://geidaiartplz.base.shop/

Geidai Art Plaza Basic Information

■ Access

Nearest station: JR Ueno Station (Park Exit), Uguisudani Station, approx. 10-minute walk
About a 10-minute walk from Nezu Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
Approximately 15 minutes' walk from Ueno Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
About 15 minutes walk from Keisei Ueno Station on the Keisei Electric Railway
Take Toei Bus Route 26 (Kameido – Ueno Park) to Yanaka bus stop and walk for about 3 minutes

*There is no parking lot, so please refrain from coming by car.

■ Official SNS accounts

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/geidai_art_plaza
X:
https://x.com/artplaza_geidai
Podcasts (Spotify):
https://open.spotify.com/show/2FlkumYv9ScWy69UlBtqWy
Threads:
https://www.threads.net/@geidai_art_plaza

■ 2025 Exhibition

December 2024 – January 2025 "Special Exhibition Made in Art"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/26477/
January-March 2025 Special Exhibition "Geidai Art Plaza Art Award Winners Exhibition 2025"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/26551/
March-May 2025 Special Exhibition “Welcome to the art zoo!”
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/27319/
May-July 2025 Special Exhibition "Chasing Windmills: Regards to Don Quixote"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/27855/
August-October 2025 Special Exhibition "Geidai Art Plaza Art Award Winners Invitation Exhibition"
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/column/27804/

■ Inquiries
Frequently asked questions are here
https://artplaza.geidai.ac.jp/qa/

[Shogakukan Inc.] Press release

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Ueno Royal Museum

The full details of the interactive exhibit, which allows visitors to immerse themselves in the world of City Hunter, including a photo spot that recreates a setting familiar to fans, have been revealed! – Original goods based on famous scenes and original illustrations will also be on sale, exclusive to the venue.

©Hojo Tsukasa/Core Mix 1985

The committee is pleased to announce details of the "City Hunter Original Art Exhibition ~FOREVER, CITY HUNTER‼~" (hereinafter referred to as "City Hunter Original Art Exhibition"), the largest original art exhibition in the history of the series, which will be held to commemorate the 40th anniversary of "City Hunter" in 2025.

City Hunter is a popular action comedy manga that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1985 to 1991 and has sold over 50 million copies worldwide. The story follows Ryo Saeba, a sweeper with top-notch skills but a weakness for beautiful women, and his partner Kaori Makimura, who supports him both in public and private, as they solve a variety of cases with light-hearted humor and thrilling action, and has continued to be loved around the world for generations. In recent years, the series has been adapted into a variety of media, including a new anime film, a stage play, and live-action films both in Japan and overseas, and continues to attract a great deal of attention.

This exhibition features over 400 precious original drawings, allowing visitors to relive the story of the bond between Ryo and Kaori, from their fateful encounter to their becoming the best of partners. The venue will feature beautiful color illustrations showcasing Hojo Tsukasa's exceptional brushwork, as well as monochrome manuscripts depicting numerous famous scenes. Visitors will also be able to enjoy the interactive exhibits, which will allow them to immerse themselves deeply in the world of City Hunter, including the familiar "Message Board" from the series and a photo spot featuring a life-size replica of "Cat's Eye Cafe," where Ryo Saeba can be found.

The venue will be selling a variety of original exhibition goods that fans will not want to miss. There will also be special events exclusive to the venue, JR Ueno Station. Aside from the exhibition, there will also be a variety of other events planned, including a promotional video that can only be seen here and a giveaway campaign where you can win a "Mobile Suica limited card face."

Please take this opportunity to enjoy to your heart's content the endless charm of "City Hunter," which has continued to shine for over 40 years.

Comment from original author Hojo Tsukasa

"City Hunter" has been able to celebrate its 40th anniversary thanks to all the fans who have supported it up until now. I hope that this exhibition of original drawings will allow you to feel even a little of the passion of the era in which Ryo and Kaori lived, as well as the feelings I put into the work. I hope that you will continue to keep their story alive in your hearts.

An immersive experience in the world of City Hunter

This is the real City Hunter. Over 400 original drawings, the largest collection ever, will pierce your heart!

This exhibition, which is comprised of seven chapters, follows the journey of City Hunter's Ryo Saeba and Kaori Makimura, from their fateful meeting, to the trust they built with their unique colleagues and clients, and how Ryo and Kaori came to recognize each other as irreplaceable partners. The cool, comical, sometimes sad and heart-wrenching story of City Hunter has been condensed into this exhibition.

[Excerpt from the exhibition area]

▼Entrance
As you pass through the streets of Shinjuku, you'll come across the message board at the east exit of Shinjuku Station!
If a "client" writes "XYZ" on the message board…?
Ryo Saeba and Kaori Makimura will invite you into the world of "City Hunter"!

▼Saeba Apartment Underground Shooting Range
At the shooting range, where the tension is intense,
A photo spot where you can stand and take photos.

▼Cafe Cat's Eye
Inside the Cat's Eye cafe run by Umibozu,
A life-size Ryo Saeba will welcome you!

[Excerpts from the original artwork on display]

A wide variety of original goods available only at the venue

We will be selling a variety of "limited" original goods that can only be purchased at the venue.
Be sure to get one as a memento of your visit and as a proof of your wonderful memories.

◾️City Hunter Original Art Exhibition ~FOREVER, CITY HUNTER!!~
Kiss Through the Glass Snow Globe
The famous scene from the film, "KISS Through the Glass," is now available as a snow globe!
7,700 yen

◾️City Hunter 40th Visual Rotating Acrylic Stand
It's a rotating acrylic stand. Please pick it up and try spinning it.
3,520 yen

◾️City Hunter Trading Character Clear Cards (7 types)
These are character clear cards featuring famous scenes from the series.
500 yen

◾️I went to the City Hunter original art exhibition! Printed cookies
Introducing "We Went! Cookies" printed with the logo, Ryo, and Kaori!
1,296 yen

◾️Acrylic FOREVER (perpetual) calendar
A perpetual calendar that can be reused by simply sliding the date panel.
3,300 yen

◾️Trading acrylic cards (6 types)
There are six types in total, including Ryo and Kaori.
Be sure to get your favorite character.
770 yen

◾️Rocks glass
Ryo and Kaori are printed on the front and back, and when viewed from the front, famous scenes from the story appear.
This is a special floating rocks glass.
1,980 yen

◾️Connectable acrylic stand (Saeba Ryo/Makimura Kaori)
An acrylic stand featuring famous scenes.
When you combine the acrylic stands of Ryo and Kaori,
You can also enjoy the mechanism that completes the famous scene.
2,420 yen

◾️10g Hammer Keychain
This hammer has been faithfully miniaturized to a weight of just 10g.
This is a must-have item for fans, as you can enjoy the realistic weight when you hold it in your hand.
2,970 yen

◾️Random wood coasters (6 types)
Beautiful illustrations printed on MDF coasters.
This is a stylish item with a striking graphic design.
770 yen each

City Hunter Original Art Exhibition x JR East

As a tie-up project between the City Hunter Original Art Exhibition and JRE Mall Tickets, promotional videos will be shown at JR Ueno Station, where the exhibition will be held, and a campaign to give away Mobile Suica limited card faces will be held to commemorate the event.

■ An exclusive promotional video for the Ohara Art Exhibition will be broadcast at JR Ueno Station
A promotional video commemorating the event will be broadcast on PLATFORM 13 at Ueno Station.
And what about that place…? Please stay tuned for further updates.

["JR Ueno Station" PLATFORM13 Broadcast Summary]
・Broadcast period: November 17, 2025 (Monday) to November 30, 2025 (Sunday)
・Broadcast time: 8:00-21:30
*The program will not be broadcast during the following times:
Monday 8:00 – 11:30 / Thursday 17:00 – 19:00
Saturday 8:00 – 10:00 / Sunday 16:00 – 19:00
*Due to circumstances such as transportation disruptions, access to platform 13 may be restricted, and broadcasts may be stopped or schedules may be changed without prior notice.

■City Hunter Original Art Exhibition Commemorative "Mobile Suica Limited Card Face" Giveaway Campaign
During the campaign period, spend 2,500 yen or more using Mobile Suica registered on the JRE POINT website.
100,000 recipients will receive a limited edition card face that can be used to customize their Mobile Suica!

[Campaign Overview]
Please enter the campaign on the special page below. Winners will be notified between late January and early February 2026, and will receive a free Mobile Suica card face.
・Special page: https://event.jreast.co.jp/pages/cityhunter40th_mobilesuica
・Entry period: Saturday, November 1st, 2025 to Sunday, December 28th, 2025
*Please check the special page for important points to note when participating.
*If the number of participants exceeds 100,000, a lottery will be held.
*The period during which you can change the card face (validity period) is scheduled to be from after the gift until around August 2026.
*This applies to all stores and services nationwide that accept Suica and other transportation-related electronic money (excluding trains, buses, etc.).
*Android is a trademark of Google LLC.

■Get a free sticker when you shop at Ecute Ueno using Suica!
If you use your Suica to make a purchase of 500 yen (tax included) or more at Ecute Ueno in Ueno, where the original art exhibition is being held, you will receive an original sticker as a gift!

*Distribution will end once stickers run out.
*Business hours vary by store. Some stores may not be eligible for distribution.
For details, please visit the official Ecute Ueno website.
Ecute Ueno official website: https://www.ecute.jp/ueno
*Android is a trademark of Google LLC.
*All photos and illustrations in this press release are for illustrative purposes only.
*The campaign may be changed or canceled without notice.

Exhibition ticket information

In addition to regular tickets, we have prepared tickets for the 11/22-23 designated date and time for those who want to be among the first to enjoy the exhibition. We will also be selling a variety of tickets, including set tickets that come with special perks like an "original snow globe" and "original pins." For more information on tickets, please refer to the exhibition website or each ticket agency.

■ Now on sale
■Ticket sales URL
e+
Full-year ticket/11/22-23 designated date and time ticket
https://eplus.jp/cityhunter40th_ex/
JRE MALL
・Period pass
https://event.jreast.co.jp/activity/detail/a075/a075-00012
・11/22-23 date and time ticket
https://event.jreast.co.jp/activity/detail/a075/a075-00001

■Ticket details
11/22-23 Scheduled Date Ticket: 3,500 yen *1
Same-day tickets: Adults 2,900 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 1,100 yen
Advance tickets: Adults 2,500 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 800 yen
Ticket with bonus goods①: 10,000 yen*2
Ticket with bonus goods②: 13,000 yen *2

*All prices include tax.
*The bonus image is for illustrative purposes only. The design may change without notice.
*1
November 22nd (Sat) and 23rd (Sun), designated time slots every hour, admission bonuses *Not for sale
Regular advance tickets and same-day tickets will not be valid for admission on these two days.
*2
Bonus Item 1: "City Hunter Original Art Exhibition Original Snow Globe"
Bonus Item 2: "City Hunter Original Art Exhibition Original Pin Set"

"City Hunter Original Art Exhibition ~FOREVER, CITY HUNTER!!~" Event Details

Event period: Saturday, November 22, 2025 to Sunday, December 28, 2025
Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 (last entrance 16:30)
Venue: Ueno Royal Museum (1-2 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo)
Organizers: Toei and Coremix
Sponsor: TOPPAN Chloret
Official website: https://www.cityhunter-ex.jp
X: https://x.com/cityhunter_ex
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityhunter_ex/

[About "City Hunter"]

The three letters "XYZ" are written on the message board at the east exit of Shinjuku Station – a desperate message from a client who has "no more chances." Ryo Saeba, a top-notch sniper but also an unrivaled lover of beautiful women, and his partner Kaori Makimura team up as "City Hunters," sweepers of the underworld, to solve various requests, sometimes even getting aroused by beautiful clients. The series was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1985 to 1991, and celebrated its 40th anniversary on February 26, 2025.

Copyright © Hojo Tsukasa/Coremix 1985

[City Hunter Original Art Exhibition Tokyo Venue Executive Committee] Press Release

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The event will run from Friday, October 31, 2025 to Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Tokyo Metro") will be holding the "Tsutaju Meguri – Taito Ward x Tobu Railway x Tokyo Metro Tenugui Stamp Rally" in collaboration with Taito Ward and Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. from Friday, October 31, 2025 to Tuesday, November 25, 2025, with the aim of allowing people to visit attractive areas of Tokyo while using our lines.

This stamp rally is a project where participants can complete their own original "tenugui" hand towel while visiting places associated with Tsutaya Juzaburo, who supported the publishing culture of Edo. Starting at the "Berabou Edo Taito Taiga Drama Museum" in Taito Ward, participants will be able to stamp their tenugui with stamps placed at various locations while strolling around tourist spots, mainly in the Asakusa area.

To participate in the stamp rally, you will need to enter the "Berabou Edo Taito Taiga Drama Museum" (fees apply). After entering the museum, please inform the Taiga Drama Museum reception that you would like to participate in the stamp rally. You will be given a "tenugui" hand towel and a "walking map."
With a walking map in hand, you can visit places associated with Tsutaya Juzaburo and get stamps to create your own one-of-a-kind original tenugui.

Through this project, visitors will be able to experience the history and culture of Edo, the time when Tsutaya Juzaburo lived, and enjoy the new charms of Taito Ward.

Tokyo Metro will continue to promote "City Tourism" within Tokyo and contribute to creating a lively atmosphere in the areas along its lines.
Please see below for details.

Details of "Tsutaju Tour – Taito Ward x Tobu Railway x Tokyo Metro Tenugui Stamp Rally"

1. Implementation period
From Friday, October 31, 2025 to Tuesday, November 25, 2025

2 How to participate
(1) When you enter the "Berabou Edo Taito Taiga Drama Museum" (Taito Civic Center, 9th floor), please inform the staff that you would like to participate in the "Tsutaju Meguri Tenugui Stamp Rally."
*An admission fee is required to enter the museum.
(2) Once you have received your tenugui and walking map, enjoy sightseeing in Taito City by visiting the tenugui stamp locations and tourist spots.
(3) At one of the four tenugui stamp locations , stamp any part of the tenugui you like.

3. Hand towel exchange and stamp installation period
From Friday, October 31, 2025 to Tuesday, November 25, 2025
*Stamp installation times vary by facility.

4 Tenugui exchange location
"Berabou Edo Taito Taiga Drama Museum" (Taito Civic Center, 9th floor)
(1) Opening hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
(2) Closed: Second Monday of every month (or the following day if the second Monday is a public holiday), New Year's holidays, etc.
(3) Admission fee: Adults (junior high school students and above): 800 yen / Children (elementary school students): 400 yen *Free for preschool children
(4) URL: https://taito-tsutaju.jp/features/exhibition

5 Tenugui stamp locations
(1) Tokyo Metro/Ueno Station, near the Hibiya Line elevator-only ticket gate
Installation time: 9:00 to 20:00
(2) Tobu Railway/Asakusa Station, near the main ticket gate
Installation time: From the first train to the last train
(3) Inside the Edo Shin Yoshiwara Koshodo store
Installation time: 10:00 to 17:00
Closed: Second Monday of every month (the following day if the second Monday is a public holiday), New Year's holidays, etc.
URL: https://taito-tsutaju.jp/features/know-satellite
(4) Shohoji Temple Grounds
Installation time: 10:00 to 17:00
URL: https://temple.nichiren.or.jp/0041045-shoboji/

6 Notes
(1) An admission fee is required to enter the "Berabou Edo Taito Taiga Drama Museum" (sponsored by the Taito Ward Taiga Drama "Berabou" Promotion Council).
(2) Only one tenugui will be given per person.
(3) You are free to visit the stamp locations in any order.
(4) Travel expenses required for the rally will be borne by the customer.
(5) Due to various circumstances, the content of the event may be changed or the event may be canceled.
(6) We are not responsible for any injuries or accidents that occur during participation.
(7) To prevent the ink from getting on your hands or other unintended places, make sure the ink is completely dry.
(8) Although we use quick-drying ink, the drying time of the ink varies depending on the temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors of the day. Please be aware that the color may fade or transfer if the product gets wet from rain or washing.
(9) As the number of tenugui towels is limited, distribution may end early.

7. Contact Information
Tokyo Metro contact page: https://www.tokyometro.jp/support/index.html

[Tokyo Metro] Press Release

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