Lin Hsien-Neng’s design philosophy unfolds through a quieter rhythm, one that resists urgency and leans into presence. On a quiet afternoon, we had the rare opportunity to step into Lin’s private residence, guided by the designer himself. The visit felt less like a tour, and more like an intimate entry into the philosophy that shapes […]

How Art Improves Mental Health Through Science Understanding how art improves mental health is no longer a matter of personal opinion. Over the past decade, scientific research has shown that engaging with the arts produces measurable psychological and emotional benefits. These findings are now reshaping how healthcare professionals, policymakers, and researchers understand wellbeing. Professor Daisy

Cuteness in Japanese art has evolved beyond surface aesthetics to become a powerful visual language in contemporary practice. This article examines how artists transform cuteness into a tool for emotional expression, identity, and social reflection. Since the mid-1990s, artist Mr. has played a pivotal role in shaping Japanese contemporary art by incorporating imagery drawn from

Tucked in the heart of Okayama City, just steps away from Okayama Castle, The Rabbit Hole Museum is a newly opened contemporary art museum founded by the Ishikawa Foundation. Officially opening its doors in April 2025, the museum represents a new cultural landmark dedicated to artistic exploration, community engagement, and the future of contemporary art

One of the most long standing biennials in Asia, Taipei Biennial is held by Taipei Fine Arts Museum, endeavoring to drive the development of Taiwanese contemporary art. Taipei Biennial has served as a platform of interection and exchange between local and international communities, actively engaging with the diversity of cultural perspectives to be found throughout

Yuichi Hirako is a Japanese contemporary artist best known for his dreamlike paintings and sculptures that explore the delicate and sometimes confusing relationship between humans and nature. Born in Okayama Prefecture in 1982, Hirako moved to the UK in 1999 to study at Wimbledon College of Art, where he graduated in 2006. Now based in

Kentaro Yokouchi Fabric of Perception is now on view at Kenji Taki Gallery, featuring a new series of character-based paintings that blur boundaries and perspectives. Who continues his creative practice between Indonesia and Japan. In this latest exhibition, he’s showing a new series of paintings mainly centered around character-based motifs at Kenji Taki gallery. Fabric

Art Week Tokyo 2025 returns from November 5–9, transforming the city into a global hub for contemporary art. This highly anticipated annual event connects more than 50 leading museums, galleries, and art spaces, offering an immersive journey into one of the world’s most dynamic art capitals. Image by Art Week Tokyo Art Week Tokyo (AWT)

Photo source Watari-um CHEN Fei Solo Exhibition : Father and Child Profile photo from the documents of “Father and Child” The Chinese-born artist Chen Fei, now based in Beijing, presents his latest solo exhibition Father and Child at the WATARI-UM Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo. Organized in collaboration with Perrotin Tokyo, the show reveals the

In the heart of Roppongi art galleries Tokyo, where Perrotin and other leading spaces define the city’s vibrant art scene, Ota Fine Arts presents Containers of Madness, a solo exhibition by Mannat Gandotra (b. 2001, New Delhi). Currently based in the UK, Gandotra completed her MA in Painting at the Royal College of Art, London,