Calo Bookshop & Cafe - Past Events
Below is a list of all past events for Calo Bookshop & Cafe. Current and upcoming events, as well as other details, are available on the venue's page.
Yoshiyasu Hirano Exhibition
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[0]- Media: Painting
- 2018-01-27 - 2018-02-03
Displaying works from Yoshiyasu Hirano’s early “Animals” series and his recent “Letters” series. More »
Nakaban “Expo Gouaches”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration - Painting
- 2017-12-19 - 2018-01-20
Showing gouache paintings based on travels from Hiroshima to The Basque Country, and its associated memories.More »
Chihiro Minato “Transit Republic 2017 / Proofreader Traveler 2017”
[0] [0]- Media: Photography
- 2017-11-28 - 2017-12-16
A photography exhibition by Chihiro Minato, an artist who travels around the world creating, curating, and publishing. On display are art zines created in collaboration with artist and curator Kio Griffith....More »
Goro Ishizaka “Vision and Living”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting
- 2017-10-31 - 2017-11-11
A year’s worth of random fantasies of seeing one’s own life through another person’s eyes. More »
Nazli Tahvili + Amin Hassanzadeh Sharif “Handmade Books and Drawings”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2017-10-04 - 2017-10-28
An exhibition by a pair of Iranian illustrators - Nazli Tahvili and Amin Hassanzadeh Sharif. [Related Event] Artists Talk and Performance Date: Oct.4 (Wed) From 19:30～21:00 Admission: ¥1500 (Includes...More »
Ryo Danjyo “Where the Voice Comes From”
[0] [0]- Media: Photography
- 2017-09-12 - 2017-09-30
Original photographs from Ryo Danjyo’s self-published photography books, including the newly released “Where the Voice Comes From” Taiwan travel journal are on display.More »
Makoto Morimua “THC”
[0] [0]- Media: Graphics - Sculpture - Installation
- 2017-08-29 - 2017-09-09
Makoto Morimura creates enlarged copies of patchwork maps he manipulates with correction fluid and a utility knife. The theme of cities has been a focus of his in recent years. This exhibition displays...More »
Tadashi Ueda “Capacious Exhibition #05”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting - Drawing
- 2017-07-25 - 2017-07-29
An exhibition of illustrations by Tadashi Ueda.More »
Maiko Iwata Exhibition
[0] [0]- 2017-07-04 - 2017-07-22
What appears when the eyes are made to focus on an ordinary scene? Maiko Iwata gives shape to these images in her papercutting works.More »
Nakaban × Title Exhibition “Landscapes Born From Language”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting - Product
- 2017-04-18 - 2017-05-06
Yoshio Tsujiyama, owner of the book store Title in Ogikubo, Tokyo, presents 12 books, including one the artist Nakaban has used to create new “landscapes born from language.” The featured books are by...More »
Cooperativa Crater Invertido “Movimiento Editorial En Mexico”
[0] [0]- Media: Graphics - Illustration - Drawing - Prints - Talks
- 2017-01-28 - 2017-02-25
Introducing art books and posters produced by Mexico City-based collective Cooperativa Crater Invertido, in their first ever Japan exhibition. Cooperativa Crater Invertido are an editorial movement that...More »
Yasutoshi Mifune “Triangular”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2016-12-13 - 2016-12-24
Presenting illustrations by Yasutoshi Mifune, founder of Mifune Design Studio and a designer of products, industrial spaces, and housing plans. Through the process of thinking about products and interiors,...More »
Ton “Ton Tone - Parallelism”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration - Painting
- 2016-11-29 - 2016-12-10
Ton presents color pencil drawings that express the sentiments of the forgotten child within, under the title “Parallelism.”More »
Fuku Ikeda “Structure of Light”
[0] [0]- Media: Sculpture
- 2016-11-22 - 2016-11-26
Through the medium of paper craft and sound, Fuku Ikeda observes the structure of light. [Related Event] Live Performance “A Reading Without Words” Date: Nov.23 (Wed/hol) From 17:30 (Reception from...More »
Playboy with Ashita no Hako Books
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2016-10-04 - 2016-10-22
Since 2010, “Ashita no Hako” have been publishing small books such as picture books, illustrated essays, and recipe books. This exhibition celebrates the completion of the 7th book in the “Playboy - The...More »
Kazuhiro Yoshimura “Bugs”
[0] [0]- Media: Graphics
- 2016-09-06 - 2016-09-17
A solo exhibition of works by designer Kazuhiro Yoshimura.More »
Song of the Sea
[0] [0]- Media: Drawing - Animation
- 2016-08-19 - 2016-08-27
“Song of the Sea” is an Irish animation film which has received overwhelmingly positive reviews and been nominated twice for the Academy Award. This exhibition presents storyboards, original sketches and...More »
Maku Irihara “Chaotic Room”
[0] [0]- 2016-07-18 - 2016-07-30
Collaged images of brain by Maku Irihara fills the gallery walls.More »
Sou Tsujimoto Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2016-05-24 - 2016-06-04
Sou Tsujimoto creates highly textural images using layers of masking tape that have been colored with marker pens.More »
Kotaro Iizawa + Kyotaro “Paper Mushrooms”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2016-04-14 - 2016-04-30
Original drawings and collages of mushrooms by Kotaro Iizawa and Kyotaro, artists and producers of a collaborative picture book for adults, “Alice in Mushroom Land.” (Published by Studio Parabolica). [Related...More »
Takayoshi Hata Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Painting
- 2016-04-05 - 2016-04-09
Takayoshi Hata depicts the images floating in his head using sticky tape.More »
Minoru Kita “Tabito”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting - Sculpture
- 2016-03-15 - 2016-04-02
The third exhibition at Calo for Minoru Kita, an artist who creates works falling somewhere between wall paintings and sculptures.More »
Portable Art Vol.4
[0] [1]- 2016-01-26 - 2016-02-20
Works sold at galleries are usually kept in homes, only to be seen by invited guests. This event, however, brings sold artwork out in public to be enjoyed by collectors and viewers alike. {Related Event] Kae...More »
Capacious Group Exhibition #02
[0] [0]- Media: Painting
- 2016-01-11 - 2016-01-23
The Capacious project introduces the work of Osaka artists with disabilities. This exhibition is the second part of a series presenting the work of three artists with original takes on the everyday world...More »
Kaoru Miyachi “Guiding Star”
[0] [0]- Media: Photography
- 2015-12-01 - 2015-12-05
Calo Bookshop & Cafe presents photographer Kaoru Miyachi’s first ever solo exhibition.More »
Capacious Group Exhibition_01
[0] [0]- Media: Painting
- 2015-11-18 - 2015-11-28
The Capacious project introduces the work of Osaka artists with disabilities. This exhibition is the first in a two-part series presenting detailed ball-point pen illustrations by seven artists with original...More »
Nao Ichimiya “Piece of Life”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting
- 2015-11-10 - 2015-11-14
These paintings reflect on life’s fragility and beauty, exploring what it means to live.More »
Chihiro Honma “Shuwa Shuwa Kitty and the Library by the Sea”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2015-08-18 - 2015-08-29
Shuwa Shuwa Kitty, resident of the Library by the Sea, comes to Calo Bookshop & Cafe. Unwind at this summertime illustration exhibit. More »
Emi Nakata + Akaaka Art Publishing “Making a Photo Book: Emi Nakata’s Yosuga”
[0] [0]- Media: Photography
- 2015-07-14 - 2015-08-01
In an age where anyone can print things easily, how do publishers produce high-quality photography collections? This exhibition introduces the proof paper and other materials used to print the first photo...More »
Unreadable But Fun! A Taiwanese Book Fair
[0] [0]- Media: Product
- 2015-06-13 - 2015-06-27
In addition to food and tourism, Taiwan is a land of culture. What kinds of books do the people of this cinematic country read? What books line the shelves of famous shops like Eslite Bookstore? This fair...More »
Ichiko Akaza “Neverland”
[0] [0]- 2015-05-19 - 2015-06-06
An exhibition that invites you back into the nostalgic world of tattered soft toys and dolls.More »
Goro Ishisaka “Reblog”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting
- 2015-04-07 - 2015-04-18
An exhibition of Goro Ishisaka’s works inspired by Tumblr’s archive functionality “Reblog.”More »
Marjan Vafaeian “Parrot and Merchant Book Exhibition Vol.2”
[0] [0]- Media: Graphics - Product
- 2015-01-27 - 2015-02-21
An exhibition of illustrations, decorative plates, and patchworks, by young Iranian illustrated book artist, Marjan Vafaeian. [Related Event] Talk Show Date: Jan.28 (Wed) 19:30-21:00 Location: Calo...More »
Mio Okuda “The Wafting Scent of Bread”
[0] [0]- Media: Prints
- 2014-11-24 - 2014-11-29
Silkscreen prints with images of bread.More »
Yui “Wonder of the Night”
[0] [0]- Media: Crafts
- 2014-11-03 - 2014-11-08
With the theme of “Wonder of the Night”, an exciting night of adventure that is both fun and frightening is represented in this exhibition.More »
Katsumi Komagata “Pop Scope”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration - Painting - Crafts
- 2014-10-14 - 2014-11-01
Each of designer Katsumi Komagata’s handmade works brings out the texture of its paper. More »
Portable Art Vol. 3
[0] [0]- Media: Sculpture - Crafts
- 2014-09-23 - 2014-10-11
Works sold at galleries are usually kept in homes, only to be seen by invited guests. This event, however, brings sold artwork out in public to be enjoyed by collectors and viewers alike. More »
Ichiko Akaza “Fantastic Tails”
[0] [0]- Media: Crafts
- 2014-08-19 - 2014-08-30
Ichiko Akaza’s animal-loving exhibition of clay animal characters, paintings of animals and soft toys.More »
Henachoco Mobile Shop at Calo
[0] [1]- Media: Crafts
- 2014-07-15 - 2014-07-26
New original Henachoco T-shirts and brooches for summer are on sale.More »
Carnations and Contemporary Art
[0] [0]- Media: Drawing - Sculpture - Installation - Video and Film
- 2014-07-08 - 2014-07-12
Five contemporary artists from Kishiwada City are introduced in this exhibition that precedes the group show which will be held at the Kishiwada Culture Hall from Sept.3 (Wed) - 10 (Wed). Participating...More »
Nakaban “A Certain Light”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting - Party - Talks
- 2014-04-05 - 2014-05-10
Celebrating 10 years of the store “Calo” with an exhibition of work by close collaborator Nakaban. [Related Event] 10th Anniversary Party and Talk Date: April 5(Sat) 17:00-21:00 (Talk 18:00-19:00 Guests:...More »
Hiroshi Miyamoto “Self Community - About Family (Box Archive) Home Cooking”
[0] [0]- Media: Installation - Talks
- 2014-02-18 - 2014-03-08
Having released the 3CD+photography book “Self Community - About Family (Box Archive)” in Summer 2013, Hiroshi Miyamoto went on to present the installation work “Art Picnic Vol.3 My Home Your Home” at...More »
Kei Nagao “Prattling”
[0] [0]- Media: Painting - Sculpture - Party
- 2014-01-21 - 2014-02-15
Calo presents Kei Nagao’s first solo exhibition in roughly six years. The show focuses on small works, including watercolors and sculptures created from motifs found in the artist’s paintings. Compared...More »
“Behind the Lone Individual - To the Island of Hosai Ozaki” Book Launch Talk Event
[0] [0]- Media: Talks
- 2013-12-10 - 2013-12-10
The wondering poet Hosai Ozaki, who brought us such works as “I even cough alone”, came to the end of his days in Shadoshima and in his recent essay Masaru Nishikawa traces the poet’s steps and documents...More »
“One Stroke Fair”
[0] [0]- 2013-12-10 - 2013-12-24
A range of picture books and greeting cards perfect for Christmas, brought to you by Tatsumi Komagata’s book label One Stroke.More »
Atsuko Suzuki “Red Letter”
[0] [0]- Media: Photography - Party - Talks
- 2013-11-26 - 2013-12-07
Atsuko Suzuki presents an exhibition of photography work.More »
Deguchi and Deguchi Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Ceramics
- 2013-10-29 - 2013-11-16
Porcelain by Fuyuhi Deguchi and ceramics by Eiko Deguchi combine gentleness and strength. The artists will be at the gallery on 10/29 (Tues), 11/1 (Fri), 11/2 (Sat), and 11/16 (Sat).More »
Nozomi Yamashita “Window (See More)”
[0] [1]- Media: Photography
- 2013-10-08 - 2013-10-26
Exhibition of photography by Nozomi Yamashita.More »
Emi Oka “The White of Whipped Cream”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration - Photography - Sculpture
- 2013-09-16 - 2013-09-28
Exhibition and sale of illustration, photography, mobile art and other goods designed to bring colour and joy to your everyday life - just like a dollop of whipped cream on your coffee!More »
Portable Art Vol. 2
[0] [0]- Media: Sculpture
- 2013-08-27 - 2013-09-14
Exhibition of “portable art” – art you can take with you and show to your friends wherever you go — by five artists.More »
Business Travel Shop Henachoko
[0] [1]- Media: Product
- 2013-07-15 - 2013-07-27
Exhibition and sale of original goods and accessories by four designers at mobile shop Henochoko.More »
Yousuke Yamaguchi + K.V. Murakami “Illustrations from Zanzibar Ghost Stories by Kotaro Iizawa”
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration - Drawing
- 2013-06-18 - 2013-07-06
Exhibition of artist K.V. Murakami’s illustrations for the new book “Zanzibar Ghost Stories” by Kotaro Iizawa. There will also be an exhibition of the author’s collection of paper, fabrics and accessories...More »
"Apartment Blocks" Exhibition
[0] [1]- Media: Photography - Talks
- 2008-07-01 - 2008-07-26
Continuing from "Factory Sprouting" and "Junction", in parallel with the publication of the photography book "Study of Apartment Blocks", the gallery will host the first ever "Apartment Blocks" exhibition...More »
"Tamaya" Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration - Talks
- 2008-06-03 - 2008-06-21
"Tamaya" is a magazine for writers, dealing with haiku, criticism, photography and poetry, started by Kansai resident poets Toshio Kimura and Katsunori Taki. The exhibition will show examples of typography...More »
Madoka Hayashi "Dance Dance Dance"
[0] [0]- Media: Drawing
- 2008-05-27 - 2008-05-31
Yananyokinyoki Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2008-05-13 - 2008-05-17
Mariko Terada Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Drawing
- 2008-04-15 - 2008-05-10
Mariko Terada produces drawings and objects that are just the right size for holding in one's hands.More »
Kei Nagao "Tokitsutsu Yuitsutsu"
[0] [2]- Media: Drawing
- 2008-03-18 - 2008-04-12
Words and shapes overlap each other in Kei Nagao's drawings like a word-chain game.More »
Kimiko Suzuki Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Photography
- 2008-02-13 - 2008-02-23
The exhibition features photography of snow.More »
"Mai's Doodles" Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Drawing - Crafts
- 2008-01-29 - 2008-02-09
Mai Kake has been doodling in sketch books since 2004 and is currently on her 6th book. This exhibition features her four-year accomplishment doodles and colorful paintings and "ugly-cute" dolls will be...More »
Akiko Fukushige "There was a Lemon Hat."
[0] [1]- Media: Photography - Prints
- 2008-01-08 - 2008-01-26
This exhibition features photographs and silkscreens created at Artist @ Summer Hospital 2007 workshops, with the cooperation of children at Osaka City University Hospital 17F West Ward. *The "lemon hat"...More »
Hiroshi Ono Slide Show & Talk
[0] [1]- Media: Talks
- 2007-11-24 - 2007-11-24
Hiroshi Ono, who lives in Amsterdam, photographs everyday life at different areas where living conditions differ greatly-such as those in developed and undeveloped countries. His photographs capture not...More »
Marjan Vafaeian Exhibition
[0] [2]- Media: Illustration
- 2007-11-13 - 2007-12-08
The exhibition features a young Iranian illustrated book artist, Marjan Vafaeian. She is an illustrator, born in Iran, 1978. Her lines are primitive, sensitive, gentle and yet lively and energetic. The...More »
Shinichiro Yano "Enpitsu (Pencil) Presley"
[0] [1]- Media: Painting - Drawing - Sculpture
- 2007-10-08 - 2007-11-03
In his illustration books "Utsutsuniiruka" and "smily smile again" creates a unique world with peculiar brush strokes and speedy vocabularies. The exhibition features his latest work focusing on drawings,...More »
Wakame Fukumoto Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2007-09-24 - 2007-10-06
Yuki Tanabe "No Dewdrops in the Small Garden"
[0] [0]- Media: Photography
- 2007-08-28 - 2007-09-22
This exhibition features photographic works created with the camera obscura (originally invented for artists to create photorealistic drawings). Tanabe attempts to create images that show the process of...More »
Chiharu Eri "Nice to Meet You"
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2007-08-21 - 2007-08-25
The exhibition features feminine illustrations that depict items used in daily life.More »
Simple Creature "Book Cover Design"
[0] [0]- Media: Illustration
- 2007-07-31 - 2007-08-11
Simple Creature mainly creates works with animal motifs in black and white. For this exhibition, there will be book covers that use such motifs on display.More »
Tomoko Inagaki Art Talk
[0] [0]- Media: Talks
- 2007-07-27 - 2007-07-27
Tomoko Inagaki presents the "Vomit" exhibition taking place in Osaka Contemporary Art Center from August 21th. This is her art talk featuring guest Chisai Fujita, an art writer.More »
Teruhiro Yanagihara "Wane"
[0] [0]- Media: Product
- 2007-07-16 - 2007-07-28
In July 2007, Teruhiro Yanagihara released the Wane clock through Deroll. Unlike "normal" clocks, this model has placed the the minute and hour hands underneath the display. These clocks have been prototyped...More »
"Books from Utrecht" Exhibition
[0] [2]- 2007-06-12 - 2007-06-30
Utrecht, an appointment-only bookshop located in Tokyo, has released countless miniature art books by young artists such as Taisuke Koyama, Noritake, and Himaa. The books are a customized A4-size consisting...More »
Noriko Matsumoto "The Rabbits" Exhibition
[0] [2]- Media: Photography
- 2007-05-15 - 2007-06-09
Capturing the world through a distinctive approach and color range, Noriko Matsumoto visits Hiroshima and Okinawa's rabbits. With her newly published "Usagijima (the Island of the Rabbits)" (published...More »
nakaban "Before and After the 'Three Boxes'" Exhibition
[0] [0]- Media: Drawing - Video and Film - Media Arts - Party
- 2007-04-24 - 2007-05-12
In the exhibition, there will be sketches and original artwork for "Mittsu no Hako (the Three Boxes)" DVD. More »
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