Japanese Paintings; This, That, and The Other The Aesthetic World Doing Your Heart Good
Date: Mon, Jun 1 – Sun, Aug 30, 2026
In the Japanese painting, there are subjects, including historical scenes, stories and religions, that would be difficult for the viewer to understand without the relevant context. Meanwhile, there are other subjects that are clearly understood, for example, abundant nature, familiar animals and beautiful women. Even for an ordinary scene, each painter grasps it with his own unique viewpoint, and tries to make a work refined with his own style of expression.
This exhibition will mainly showcase works of more familiar subjects, in order that the viewer could enjoy the various expressions unique to the Japanese painting. Pleasantly depicted dogs and cats, calm and pretty women, birds playing with seasonal flowers—such approachable works would give a heartwarming atmosphere. Please enjoy the aesthetic world of the Japanese painting through these masterpieces by the modern painters.

"Unripe Plum Blossoms"
(1918)


