Learning from 'Hōjōki': Tiny Architecture Reweaves Life
At Tokyo's 21_21 Design Sight, Learning from Hōjōki: Tiny Architecture Reweaves Life presents architecture-focused installations that reimagine scale, life, and the built environment. The show runs through January 11, 2027, inviting visitors to explore how tiny forms can reshape everyday spaces.
Shunsui Sumitomo 100 Years On— Fortunate Encounters with the Sumitomo Modern Art Collection
Explore a century of Sumitomo modern art through Shunsui Sumitomo's paintings at Sen-Oku Hakukokan Museum Tokyo. The show surveys highlights from the Sumitomo Modern Art Collection, tracing early to contemporary works on display through October 12, 2026.
Living & Design 2026: Exhibition & Conference
Living & Design 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight is a three-day expo and conference for designers, architects, and home-lovers. Explore the latest in living and interior design across Sept 2–4 in Tokyo, featuring pavilions, product launches, and expert talks in a vibrant indoor venue.
Synchronic Constellation: Cross-boundary Perspectives in Art
Synchronic Constellation: Cross-boundary Perspectives in Art is a major group exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, presenting painting, video and film works that cross media. Theme-driven works run from Sep 5 to Dec 13, 2026, offering a contemplative look at contemporary practice.
Ceramics Japan Tokyo 11th Edition at Makuhari Messe
Multi-day ceramics expo in Tokyo at Makuhari Messe for the 11th Ceramics Japan Tokyo. Sep 30–Oct 2, 2026 features leading ceramic artists, live demos, and design-forward works across the venue, offering a vibrant glimpse into contemporary ceramic arts.
36th Finetech Japan Expo
The 36th Finetech Japan is a major technology exhibition at Makuhari Messe, bringing together leading firms to showcase the latest in electronics, components, and advanced manufacturing. Over three days (Sept 30–Oct 2, 2026), it offers hands-on demos, expert talks, and networking for professionals driving Japan’s tech industry.
3rd Green Process Japan Exhibition
The 3rd Green Process Japan exhibition at Makuhari Messe showcases eco-friendly processes and environmental technologies from Japanese and international exhibitors. This multi-day event (Sept 30 – Oct 2, 2026) offers industry insights, product demos, and networking for professionals in sustainability.
17th Highly-functional Material Week Tokyo
Experience the 17th Highly-functional Material Week Tokyo at Makuhari Messe, a leading expo of advanced functional materials. The multi-day exhibition (Sept 30–Oct 2, 2026) showcases industry-ready products, research breakthroughs, and tech demos for engineers, researchers, and buyers.
The Ainu and the Expositions 150 years of experience
An immersive museum exhibition at the National Museum of Japanese History traces 150 years of Ainu experience through archaeology, history, and folklore. The display highlights artifacts and stories across generations, running through November 29, 2026.
2026.10.9(Fri.)GARDEX 2026
GARDEX 2026 is a three-day trade and exhibition held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Oct 7–9, 2026. This professional expo gathers exhibitors and attendees from the exhibitions industry to showcase latest technologies, services, and trends, with networking opportunities and on-site demos.
9th Elderly Care & Welfare Expo
Explore cutting-edge products and services for aging populations at the 9th Elderly Care & Welfare Expo, held Oct 7–9, 2026 at Makuhari Messe, Chiba. This indoor expo gathers healthcare providers, suppliers, and policymakers for exhibitions, seminars, and networking in the heart of the Tokyo area.
Project N 104 Ai Tanaka
A solo painting exhibition by Ai Tanaka at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery, presenting new works from Project N 104. The show pairs bold color fields with intimate brushwork, inviting reflection on contemporary painting through December 20, 2026.
Dan Graham
Dan Graham presents a sculpture-focused exhibition at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery. The show runs through December 20, 2026 and spotlights Graham’s minimalist, architectural sculptures that fuse art and space.
竹久夢二 時代を創る表現者
National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) presents an exhibition on Takehisa Yumeji, a pivotal figure who shaped early 20th-century modern Japanese aesthetics with painting, illustration, and design. The show surveys his expressive imagery, diverse media, and influence across literature and fashion.
The Strangers’ Gaze Japanese Artists in Europe
Explore cross-cultural perspectives in painting as Japanese artists exhibit in Europe at the Artizon Museum. The Strangers’ Gaze runs through January 31, 2027, presenting a diverse selection of works that illuminate dialogue between Japanese art and European contexts.
Sex in Nature: Mechanisms, Evolution, and Biodiversity
An immersive exhibition at the National Museum of Nature and Science in Tokyo, exploring mechanisms of sex in nature, evolution, and biodiversity. Through engaging displays, it ties biology to mating strategies across species, highlighting how reproductive biology shapes life on Earth.
Mariko Mori
An immersive solo exhibition by Mariko Mori at Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, presenting luminous contemporary installations and multimedia works that explore identity, spirituality, and futurism. The show blends dreamlike imagery with glossy surfaces and provocative narratives.
What a Wonderful World: Masterworks from the Musée d’Orsay
Celebrate the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum’s 100th anniversary with a loan exhibition titled What a Wonderful World: Masterworks from the Musée d’Orsay. See iconic paintings from French masters on view at Tokyo’s premier museum through March 28, 2027.
Tokyo International Art Fair (TIAF)
Tokyo International Art Fair (TIAF) brings together 100 artists from 40+ countries for a global showcase of contemporary and modern art in Tokyo. The event features original paintings, sculptures, photography, illustrations, and jewelry in a bustling trade-show style exhibition.
Roppongi Crossing
Explore cutting-edge contemporary art at Roppongi Crossing, a flagship exhibition in Tokyo’s Roppongi district. This show gathers pioneering and established artists for a dialogue on current art trends, urban culture, and bold visual experimentation.
Ghost in the Shell: The Exhibition
Immerse yourself in Ghost in the Shell: The Exhibition, a multimedia tour through the iconic cyberpunk world. Housed in Tokyo’s Toranomon venue, the show features concept art, props, and digital installations that bring Motoko Kusanagi’s universe to life with cinematic stills and interactive displays.
Hayami Gyofu Exhibition
An upcoming exhibition of Hayami Gyofu at MOMAT in Tokyo, offering a retrospective of his influential nihonga paintings. The display surveys his early 20th-century works, blending delicate color, precise lines, and poetic imagery, inside the National Museum of Modern Art's world-class galleries.