Installation view, Ishikawa Kyuyoh Exhibition, Kyoto

Ishikawa Kyuyoh Exhibition
Part I: April 18 – May 15, 2025
Part II: May 17 – June 14, 2025
Shibunkaku Kyoto

This spring, Shibunkaku is proud to host an exhibition focusing on the art of Ishikawa Kyuyoh, one of Japan’s leading contemporary calligraphers.

Ishikawa Kyuyoh’s works capture the essence embedded in words, drawing from the rich history cultivated in East Asia, and present it to us as a living expression. His calligraphy exudes a unique presence with its delicate yet overwhelming power. This exhibition is divided into two parts and is unprecedented in scale for our gallery.

Part I, starting from April 18, will feature representative works from the 1970s “Gray Era,” as well as his monumental series Tale of Genji I, consisting of fifty-five full chapters, which challenged classical literature while rejecting established calligraphic sentiment.

Part II, beginning on May 17, will offer a comprehensive overview of Ishikawa Kyuyoh’s representative works from each era, showcasing his artistic journey from the earliest creations to his latest masterpieces.

They warmly invite you to visit the exhibition and immerse yourself in the history and world of Ishikawa Kyuyoh’s unique expression.

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Installation view, Echoes of Unseen, Ginza

Echoes of Unseen
April 18 – 26, 2025
Shibunkaku Ginza

They are also pleased to present Echoes of Unseen, the solo exhibition by up-and-coming photographer Yamagami Shimpei. This will be the second time the exhibition has been held, and will feature only large-format works, a first for the artist.

While staying at SAGA HOUSE, Yamagami placed himself in the harsh winter of Saga, attempting to capture something invisible. The resulting works convey what the artist felt vividly deep in his heart, and resonate deeply with the viewer, allowing us to feel the breath of life that resides in all things.

In February, the exhibition was held at SAGA HOUSE and it is now showing at Shibunkaku Ginza through April 26th.

They look forward to seeing you there!

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