Kansai Art Beat is a cultural guide keeping residents, visitors and the world informed about Kansai's art scene.
From artists to audiences, galleries to art museums, KAB helps everyone to rediscover the art and design in and around the city. Have the great Kansai art scene become a part of your lifestyle!
Event Listings
Information on the wealth of art and design events happening in Kansai.
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Official Apps
Bookmark KAB listings and search around the area with this convenient iOS / Android app.
What's So Special About KAB?
- Fully bilingual in both Japanese and English.
- Operated by an independent and neutral non-profit organization, listing democratically events at both large and small scale venues.
- Comprehensive, covering as much as possible all the diverse events happening in and around Kansai.
Who We Are
Kansai Art Beat is a free online service provided by Nishieda Foundation and Gadago NPO (Registered 2007-08-05 in Tokyo). KAB is run by a core management team, part-time translators, and fantastic interns. KAB is further supported by a body of generous volunteers.